- The list below includes 312 free or cheap things to do in or near Colchester, Connecticut, including 113 different types of inexpensive activities like National & State Parks, Movie Theaters, Parks and History Museums.
- From Salmon River State Forest to Day Pond State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Colchester and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hartford, Groton, West Hartford and New London.
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Maltby Lakes is a hiking and mountain biking area populated by woodlands and numerous lakes. Visitors will find several hiking trails and will notice a variety of wildlife native to the area.
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1000 West Columbus Ave., Springfield, MA 01105
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Springfield is known to be the birthplace of basketball and the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame preserves the sport's history presentng it in the form of interactive exhibits, skill contests, shooting challenges and more, to the public.
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The Charlestown Gallery showcases exceptional regional painting, sculpture, and photography in their 3,000 sq ft. gallery. Ongoing exhibits, frequent shows, and receptions help to introduce the artist's works and welcome new visitors to the gallery.
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With two lakes and bordered by water, Cedar Point County Park allows visitors to fish, swim and kayak with beach access. The park can be used for hiking, camping and volleyball and has a general store and a playground.
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Springfield College is an private and independent educational institution and learning complex. Home to approximately 5,000 students, the college offers a variety of subjects including physical education and scientific study.
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Located in a historic house that dates back to the early 18th century, the Ward-Heitmann House Museum features an array of exhibits that highlight the natural and cultural history of the surrounding area. They host a variety of special events.
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Organizing community activities, Turkish Cultural Center provides cultural classes for cooking, learning the language, and more. Visitors can go on coffee night trips, movie nights, and festivals hosted by the center.
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1000 W Columbus Avenue, Springfield, MA 01105
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A collection of memorabilia from some of the greatest athletes of all time, The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame documents sport history. Guests can see pictures of some of their favorite athletes when they were just starting out.
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The Titanic Museum is located inside a building and dedicated to the ship RMS Titanic and it's sinking. The museum houses a large collection of items that are directly connected to either the ship itself or its passengers.
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With its own 16' Meade LX200 Schmidt Cassegrain telescope, Frosty Drew Observatory lets visitors view the stars and other astronomical, deep space objects. Among these objects, visitors can see planets, galaxies, nebulas, and more.