- The list below includes 246 free or cheap things to do in or near Essex, Connecticut, including 112 different types of inexpensive activities like Restaurants, Art Gallery, History Museums and National & State Parks.
- From Essex Library Association to Canfield woods, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Essex and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Groton, Mystic, New London and Middletown.
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With classes for both adults and children, Bloomfield Tennis Club provides visitors of all skill levels with three hard courts and two Har-Tru courts. The club allows non-members to play on its courts up to two times a month.
35.5 Miles
Dedicated to watches, clocks and timepiece construction, the Timexpo Museum in Waterbury, Connecticut is maintained by the legendary Timex watch company. The museum emphasizes Timex' history and contributions to clock and watch design.
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Primarily a Christmas tree farm, Riverside Farm was established in 1988. The farm offers a wide variety of sustainably grown Christmas trees, which visitors can select for themselves. All trees are the same price.
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1 Pleasant Street, Bristol, CT 06010
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The Imagine Nation Children's Museum features a variety of interpretive exhibitions and role-playing activities for young guests to enjoy, including the chance to play as an anchor on ESPN's SportsCenter. The museum also hosts events during the year.
35.6 Miles
Visitors to Silver Sands State Park in Milford, Connecticut enjoy fishing, swimming, shell collecting and other open-air activities. Entry is free. Swimming is allowed during daylight, but anglers may fish at any time.
35.6 Miles
Imagine Nation is a museum and learning center geared especially to kids between the ages of 2 and 8. It features a variety of hands-on exhibits and educational play stations.
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Visitors can find a wide variety of fishing supplies for freshwater and saltwater fishing at Quonny Bait & Tackle. The bait and tackle shop offers a diverse selection of lures and baits.
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At Bristol Public Library, visitors can check out a wide variety of books or reserve a quiet study room. The library hosts weekly events like movie nights, concerts, and book readings.
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An indoor sports training facility, B & B Cages offers instruction in baseball as well as in softball and golf. The facility has batting and pitching cages as well as simulated driving ranges and full golf course.