- 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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Windmill Cottage is a historic house and former windmill. It was home to George Washington Greene, a former American consul to Rome and historian. It was purchased for Greene by his friend, the poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.
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A multi-purpose outdoor space, Holyoke Heritage State Park offers enjoyment for tourists of all ages. Along with several walking trails, the park includes a playground, picnic area, small history museum and a fully operational carousel.
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From bankshot basketball to a carousel, Adventure Land features an 18-hole miniature golf course landscaped with streams, rocks, and nautical items such as a lighthouse. In addition to the course, the center has bumper boats, batting cages, and other attractions.
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Kids and adults love the Holyoke Children's Museum in Holyoke, Massachusetts. It features a large variety of fascinating exhibits that encourage learning through touch, play and exploration. The museum also offers discounts for groups and is heavily involved in community outreach.
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The retail location of seed distributor White Flower Farm is located in Litchfield, Connecticut. It is a seasonal operation closed during wintertime. The company accepts mailorder and Internet orders throughout the year.
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Built as a mansion in 1773, today The Varnum House Museum is furnished with period furniture from the Revolutionary era and features many historic artifacts. The museum retains regular hours in the summer and is otherwise open by appointment.
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Litchfield Historical Society is an organization that is dedicated to collecting, preserving, and interpreting the history of the county of Litchfield. The society has a museum, a research library, and a historic house.
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Smithfield's oldest operating apple orchard, Jaswell's Farm offers a variety of locally grown produce, and invites visitors to pick their own apples, berries, and other fruits. The farm offers tours, as well.
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Featuring miniature golf, a driving range, and a pitch-and-putt course, Mulligans Island offers a variety of golf-related attractions. The site also has batting cages and sand volleyball courts and is available for groups and parties.
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Situated on Long Island, Mecox Bay is roughly shaped like a skillet along the side of the landmass that faces the Atlantic Ocean. The picturesque bay is popular with many painters and photographers and offers oyster harvesting.