Free & Cheap Things to Do in New London, CT

  • The list below includes 245 free or cheap things to do in or near New London, Connecticut, including 113 different types of inexpensive activities like Lighthouses, Art Gallery, Beaches and Pubs.
  • From Connecticut College to Fort Trumbull State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in New London and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Groton, Montauk, Mystic and Westerly.
  • The list below includes 245 free or cheap things to do in or near New London, Connecticut, including 113 different types of inexpensive activities like Lighthouses, Art Gallery, Beaches and Pubs.
  • From Connecticut College to Fort Trumbull State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in New London and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Groton, Montauk, Mystic and Westerly.
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43.7 Miles
100% 3 votes
Art Gallery 1678 Asylum Avenue, West Hartford, CT MoreLess Info
Home to collections ranging from the 15th century today is the Saint Joseph College Art Museum. The museum features an array of paintings, sculptures and artifacts that educate on the culture and history of art throughout time.
43.7 Miles
89% 19 votes
Lake Shuttle Meadow Road, Southington, CT MoreLess Info
Walking, fishing, kayaking, boating, and sailing are some of the activities to enjoy at Crescent Lake. Next to Richard's Orchard's, picnicking and hunting (during season with permits) areas are open, but open fires, alcohol, and swimming are prohibited.
43.7 Miles
40% 5 votes
Bowling 2530 Warwick Avenue, Warwick, RI 02889 MoreLess Info
Suitable for casual and league bowlers, Meadowbrook Lanes is home to tournaments, youth programs and private parties. The center provides a snack bar with food and drinks along with a lounge area with live music.
43.8 Miles
Historic Homes 85 North Main Street, Southington, CT 6489 MoreLess Info
Professional tours of how 20th century millionaires lived are at the Barnes Museum. Come for a view of the historic home, collections, garden, or community events that are hosted.
43.8 Miles
67% 3 votes
Recreation Centers 29 High Street, Southington, CT 06489 MoreLess Info
The Southington Community YMCA is dedicated to the health and well-being of the entire family. The facility offers 15,000 square feet of fitness space, an indoor heated pool and health and sports programs for youth and adults.
43.9 Miles
50% 4 votes
Bowling 3951 Riverhead Morichs Road, Riverhead, NY 11901 MoreLess Info
Riverhead's Wildwood Lake Bowl is a bowling alley that hosts open bowling as well as tournament and league play. The facility offers a variety of specials and promotions, and features cosmic bowling with music in the evenings.
44.0 Miles
81% 21 votes
Farms & Ranches 2009 West Main Road, Middletown, RI 2842 MoreLess Info
Kids and adults love to visit Prescott Farm in Middletown, Rhode Island. This working produce farm has a large store that sells fruits, vegetables, preserves, snacks, prepared foods and souvenirs.
44.0 Miles
91% 156 votes
Hiking Trails 1 Emily Way, West Hartford, CT 06107 MoreLess Info
Connecticut's West Hartford Reservoir is located in a beautiful park setting. The paved trail encircling the reservoir is just over 3.2 miles long, and there are several other unpaved hiking trails. Dogs are welcome but must be leashed.
44.0 Miles
75% 8 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas Roaring Brook Road, Cheshire, CT 06410 MoreLess Info
Roaring Brook Falls is part of a natural wilderness preserve owned and managed by a private citizen's trust. The park features hiking trails to a large waterfall that spills into a natural forested wetland and lake.
44.0 Miles
50% 6 votes
Swimming Pool 55 Buena Vista Road, West Hartford, CT 06107 MoreLess Info
The Cornerstone Aquatics Center is a recreational facility that hosts swimming lessons, group fitness classes, and splash parties. The facility features a lap pool, a multi-purpose pool, and a hydrotherapy pool.
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