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.
Showing 751-760 of 877
46.0 Miles
57% 7 votes
Mini Golf 2060 West Street, Southington, CT 06489 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1981, Hidden Valley is a mini-golf and entertainment complex offering a number of attractions for its guests to enjoy. In addition to an 18-hole mini-golf course, batting cages, birthday party hosting, and a patio grill are also available.
46.0 Miles
- 1 votes
Beaches S St & Ocean Avenue, West Haven, CT 6516 MoreLess Info
South Street Beach is a sandy crescent beach known for being relatively quiet and uncrowded. The beach features several rocky outcroppings that make good fishing spots. Visitors can also swim (unsupervised, there are no lifeguards) and go boating.
46.0 Miles
100% 6 votes
Hiking Trails 12 Sanderson Road, Smithfield, RI 02917 MoreLess Info
Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge is run and maintained by the Audubon Society of Rhode Island.  Three trails provide up to 1 1/2 hours of naturally beautiful hikes and a bird feeding station is also available to visit.  
46.0 Miles
60% 5 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 12 Sanderson Road, Smithfield, RI 02917 MoreLess Info
Audubon Society of Rhode Island has a gift shop, educational resource center and bird feeding station and is headquartered on a 120-acre wildlife refuge. Visitors can hike the trails and enjoy watching birds and other animals.
46.0 Miles
25% 4 votes
Parks Narragansett Parkway, Warwick, RI 02888 MoreLess Info
Overlooking the Narragansett Bay, the Salter Grove Memorial Park is a public park that offers a number of amenities and scenic views to its visitors. These include a public boat ramp as well as a number of picnic areas.
46.0 Miles
50% 2 votes
Hiking Trails 12 Sanderson Road, Smithfield, RI 02917 MoreLess Info
Situated along the banks of the Woonasquatucket River is the Fort Nature Refuge. The scenic refuge is popular amongst locals and visitors for it's scenic hiking trails, home to varied plant life and wildlife.
46.1 Miles
89% 192 votes
Parks Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI MoreLess Info
Visitors at the Roger Williams Park in Providence, Rhode Island covers more than 450 acres and features multiple ponds. Its most famous features are its rose garden, tennis courts, science museum and music state. The Roger Williams Park also contains a casino.
46.1 Miles
87% 15 votes
Parks Dune Road, Southampton, NY MoreLess Info
Situated on the eastern edge of the Shinnecock Inlet, the Shinnecock East County Park in Southampton, New York is an undeveloped beach park. The spot is a favorite location for bass fishing, off-road driving of recreational vehicles and camping.
46.2 Miles
100% 2 votes
Paddleboarding 9 Cedar Swamp Road, Smithfield, RI 02917 MoreLess Info
Featuring paddle boards from 9 to 12 feet long, Neverbored Board Shop, Inc. offers visitors hourly rentals and lessons with experienced instructors. During the winter, visitors can also rent snowboards to take out on the region's slopes.
46.3 Miles
85% 59 votes
Mini Golf 1048 Farmington Ave (rte 4), Farmington, CT MoreLess Info
It's all about family fun at Farmington Miniature Golf & Ice Cream Parlor in Farmington, Connecticut. Enjoy a rousing game of putt-putt, then indulge in a frosty treat before your next round.
Showing 751-760 of 877
HAVE SUGGESTIONS FOR COOL AND INTERESTING THINGS TO DO IN THE New London AREA?
ADD A NEW ATTRACTION TO TRIPBUZZ!