Free & Cheap Things to Do in Simsbury, CT

  • The list below includes 299 free or cheap things to do in or near Simsbury, Connecticut, including 110 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, History Museums, Parks and Hiking Trails.
  • From Pinchot Sycamore Tree Park to Memorial Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Simsbury and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hartford, West Hartford, Springfield and South Windsor.
  • The list below includes 299 free or cheap things to do in or near Simsbury, Connecticut, including 110 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, History Museums, Parks and Hiking Trails.
  • From Pinchot Sycamore Tree Park to Memorial Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Simsbury and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hartford, West Hartford, Springfield and South Windsor.
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27.5 Miles
100% 4 votes
Mountains Mt. Park Access Road, Holyoke, MA 01330 MoreLess Info
With a peak of 632 ft., the Little Tom Mountain is situated in the Connecticut River Valley within 2,500 acres of conservation land. A 5 mile round trip trail provides access to a scenic view overlooking the river valley.
27.5 Miles
75% 8 votes
Haunted Tours 60 N Plains Highway, Wallingford, CT 06492 MoreLess Info
An outdoor haunted attraction, the Trail of Terror features costumed actors and special-effects laden set-pieces that mix a darkly humorous sensibility with ample scares. The trail features a variety of terrains and scenarios.
27.7 Miles
73% 11 votes
Specialty Museums 6 Bourn Place, U-5212, Storrs, CT 06269 MoreLess Info
The Ballard Institute and Museum of Photography features temporary exhibitions and a permanent library and archive. The institute also offers workshops for those who wish to learn about puppetry and toy theatre.
27.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 487 N Brooksvale Road, Cheshire, CT 6410 MoreLess Info
Lock 12 Historical Park is essentially a public area based on a restored section of the Farmington Canal. Popular features of the park include a nearly three mile biking and hiking trail, picnic areas, and a museum.
27.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Historic Sites 1151 E Center Street, Wallingford, CT 6492 MoreLess Info
Honoring those who served in war, the Wallingford Vietnam Veterans Monument stands about 11 feet tall. Located in a park like setting, it borders a soccer field where many youth clubs play and compete.
27.9 Miles
- 0 votes
Historic Homes 538 N Main Street, Wallingford, CT 6492 MoreLess Info
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and built in 1672, the Nehemiah Royce House is an example of American colonial saltbox architecture. George Washington visited the house twice and slept there in 1775.
28.0 Miles
Farms & Ranches 581 Weekeepeemee Road, Woodbury, CT 6798 MoreLess Info
Another Farm provides horseback riding lessons and features several miles of trails for outdoor and indoor riding. The farm features a variety of horses and disciplines that include eventing, hunter & jumper, dressage, and pleasure riding.
28.4 Miles
- 0 votes
Art Gallery 1500 S Main Street, Cheshire, CT 6410 MoreLess Info
Established in 1978, From Here To Antiquity is an art gallery that features a large variety of different antique works and home furnishings. Paintings, antique furniture, pottery, and sculptures are among the numerous items available for sale in the gallery.
28.7 Miles
- 0 votes
History Museums 195 Water Street, Naugatuck, CT 6770 MoreLess Info
The Naugatuck Historical Society is housed in the old Naugatuck Railroad Station. The society is host to a museum and community meeting space for historical events highlighting the Naugatuck area. Historical talks of interest and exhibited collections change frequently.
28.8 Miles
100% 5 votes
Walking Trails 147 Ward Street, Wallingford, CT 06492 MoreLess Info
The paved, scenic Quinnipiac Linear Trail currently spans 1.3 miles, with plans to be expanded in the future. A basketball court, tennis courts, sand volleyball net, and a playground are located nearby.
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