- 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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Designed for multi-purposes, Southern Rhode Island Green Trail is suitable for running, skating and bicycling. Circling many parks and scenic areas, it is also ideal for nature walks and quiet romantic strolls.
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Beautiful Burr Pond State Park in Torrington, Connecticut offers facilities for picnicking, kayaking, hiking and swimming. The picnic area has a large shelter, and the convenient boat launch makes it easy to get in the water.
49.2 Miles
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5 votes
1399 Suffield Street, Agawam, MA 01001
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Open from April through October, the Sand Trap Mini Golf at Twin Silos features family fun through an 18-hole putt putt golf course. Visitors can also enjoy a full video game arcade and a snack bar with pizza and ice cream.
49.2 Miles
A historic park located adjacent to a 19th-century cemetery, Fueurer Park offers an interesting mix of attractions. In addition to the cemetery, it has baseball fields, hiking and biking trails, and wilderness views.
49.3 Miles
Providing artist studio space along with a place to showcase artwork, OneWay Gallery features the works of both local and nationally acclaimed artists. Exhibits include photography, paintings, silk screen prints, charcoal art and more.
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The bucolic South Country Museum in Narrangansett, Rhode Island is a 7-acre institution located inside a public park. The Museum is dedicated to preserving the legacy of local life, with a special emphasis on the fishing industry.
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Patterned after a castle tower, The Towers is the only surviving portion of the historic Narrangansett Casino. It is included on the National Register of Historic Places and requires frequent repair work, as it is often damaged by hurricanes.
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Situated at the highest point in Westport, the Rolnick Observatory is an observatory dome that sits on the top of an old NIKE radio tower. The site houses a Newtonian reflector.
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320 Shermantown Road, North Kingstown, RI 2874
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Located on a spacious 35-acre property, Warzone Paintball & Airsoft provides amenities for both paintball and airsoft enthusiasts to enjoy. Each field is equipped with numerous trenches, forts, and obstacles dedicated to providing an enjoyable and challenging experience.
49.6 Miles
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41 votes
39 - 81 Boston Neck Road, Narragansett, RI 02882
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A salt water beach front, Narragansett Town Beach is a popular beachfront area that attracts thousands of visitors per day in season. The beach is 19 acres in size, and is suitable for surfing.