Free & Cheap Things to Do in Shelton, CT

  • The list below includes 278 free or cheap things to do in or near Shelton, Connecticut, including 119 different types of inexpensive activities like Farms & Ranches, Parks, Family Fun Center and Dog Park.
  • From Indian Well State Park to Constitution Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Shelton and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Haven, Norwalk, Hamden and Milford.
  • The list below includes 278 free or cheap things to do in or near Shelton, Connecticut, including 119 different types of inexpensive activities like Farms & Ranches, Parks, Family Fun Center and Dog Park.
  • From Indian Well State Park to Constitution Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Shelton and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Haven, Norwalk, Hamden and Milford.
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36.2 Miles
100% 12 votes
Libraries 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT 06426 MoreLess Info
Essex Library Association offers books in multimedia formats for its visitors. The library has a service where visitors can book a private session with a librarian to help them locate a book or provide technical advice.
36.2 Miles
94% 17 votes
Forests 20 Mohawk Mountain Road, Goshen, CT 06756 MoreLess Info
Open from April to November, Mohawk State Forest offers visitors panoramic views of the 1,683-ft Mohawk Mountain. Visitors can walk on trails through the forest and have a picnic at one of their tables.
36.2 Miles
100% 15 votes
Family Fun Center 25 Depot Road, Huntington Station, NY 11746 MoreLess Info
The Station Sports Family Fun Center is a recreational facility that features target paintball, miniature golf, batting cages, and whiffle ball. The miniature golf course has 18-holes and is lighted.
36.3 Miles
80% 5 votes
Historic Homes 20 West Ave, Essex, CT MoreLess Info
Built in the 1700s, Pratt House is the former farm house of one of the early settlers of the city. The house contains authentic furniture and decor from the Pilgrim to the Colonial eras.
36.4 Miles
100% 6 votes
Specialty Museums Junction of Rte. 82 and Petticoat La., East Haddam, CT MoreLess Info
The Allegra Farm and the Horse drawn Carriage and Sleigh Museum of New England offers a magically whimsical view of the city and its history. The museum gives visitors a glimpse into the Victorian Age and horse drawn carriages are available for hire.
36.4 Miles
86% 29 votes
Colleges & Universities 300 Summit Street, Hartford, CT 06106 MoreLess Info
Featuring a 100-acre campus replete with historical buildings, Trinity College, is a liberal arts college located in Hartford. Campus life is highlighted by the weekly 49-bell Carillon and organ concerts and events held in the soaring campus Chapel.
36.4 Miles
19% 21 votes
Music Venue 31 Webster Street, Hartford, CT 06114 MoreLess Info
Featuring a concert stage with clear acoustics, Webster Theater functions as a venue for performing artists of all kinds. They also have a bar that is separate from the theater area.
36.4 Miles
50% 2 votes
Beaches 29 Plum Bank Road, Old Saybrook, CT 6475 MoreLess Info
Visitors can spend a day at the beach relaxing or skimboarding at Harvey Beach. The beach has a patch of eel grass with a variety of birds in it. There are several lifeguards on duty during the day.
36.5 Miles
- 0 votes
Farmers Markets Miranda Vineyard, 42 Ives Road, Goshen, CT 06756 MoreLess Info
Located at Miranda Vineyard, Goshen Farmers Market offers a variety of wares from local merchants. Wines, locally-grown produce, freshly baked breads and other goods, and natural meats are all available. Local musicians also play at the market.
36.5 Miles
100% 2 votes
Art Gallery 37 Greenwoods Road, New Hartford, CT 06057 MoreLess Info
Autumn Light Studio & Gallery offers a full service stained glass studio. They specialize in custom design stained glass, stained glass restoration and repair as well as stained glass and supplies. Autumn Light also offers unique pieces from local artists.
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