Free & Cheap Things to Do in Essex, CT

  • 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.
  • 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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45.6 Miles
67% 3 votes
Movie Theaters 90 Elm Street, Enfield, CT 06082 MoreLess Info
A 12-screen movie theater, Enfield 12 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers stadium seating, arcade games, a party room and a lobby cafe with food and drinks.
45.7 Miles
67% 3 votes
Farms & Ranches Newton, Fairfield, CT MoreLess Info
Rowanwood Farm is a caregiver of animals including miniature Llamas, Nigerian dwarf and Pygora goats. As a result of the animals, Rowanwood Farm is able to offer school and library visits, hiking in the forests and vineyards of their locale
46.0 Miles
95% 20 votes
Walking Trails Pomfret, CT MoreLess Info
The Air Line State Park Trail offers biking, hiking, cross country skiing, and horseback riding opportunities. The trail, which is named for an imaginary 'line' from New York to Boston, was previously a heavily-traveled railroad line.
46.0 Miles
71% 7 votes
Paintball 388 Granny Road, Coram, NY 11763 MoreLess Info
With a variety of scenario courses to choose from, Cousins Paintball offers visitors a competitive space for paintball and airsoft. Each game is monitored by referees, who make decisions on which team has won the game.
46.1 Miles
93% 43 votes
History Museums 370 Beach Road, Fairfield, CT 06824 MoreLess Info
Discover the fascinating history of Fairfield, Connecticut at the Fairfield Museum & History Center. The museum includes indoor exhibits, beautiful outdoor gardens, an art gallery and a library. Tours are available.
46.2 Miles
100% 1 votes
Recreation Centers 1073 N Benson Road, Fairfield, CT 6824 MoreLess Info
Fairfield University's Barone Campus Center has been in operation since 1966, and features amenities including a large multipurpose room, dining halls, a mail room, a game room, the campus bookstore, and a variety of lounges.
46.2 Miles
40% 5 votes
Bowling 615 Middle Country Road, Coram, NY 11727 MoreLess Info
Coram Country Lanes is a family friendly bowling center. The center features bowling for leagues and casual play as well as Cosmic Bowling nights, a pro shop and a full service snack bar. 
46.3 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.
46.4 Miles
74% 80 votes
Beaches 254 Great Island Road, Narragansett, RI MoreLess Info
Narrangansett's Salty Brine State Beach is maintained by the Rhode Island Divison of Parks & Recreation. It features a huge public pavillion that covers almost 3,000 feet; it is used for many concerts and press conferences.
46.4 Miles
- 0 votes
Fishing 41 Dwight Street, Fairfield, CT 6824 MoreLess Info
Sound Fishing Charters Snow Goose 2 is a party boat and fishing charter vessel that can accommodate groups of as many as 35 passengers at a time. The company leads fishing trips along the Southern Connecticut coast.
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