- The list below includes 205 free or cheap things to do in or near Litchfield, Connecticut, including 117 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Hiking Trails, Farms & Ranches and Nature & Wildlife Areas.
- From Big Cathedral Trail to White Memorial Conservation Center, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Litchfield and in nearby cities within 25 miles like West Hartford, Simsbury, Bristol and Kent.
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Established in 2000, the Willow Creek Farm is a premier equestrian facility that is known for having an indoor 28-stall luxury barn. The facility also includes 2 large outdoor rings, a 15-acre cross-country course, and a track.
20.5 Miles
A contemporary artist who paints in the Impressionist style, Catherine M Elliott maintains a gallery of paintings and prints. Elliott paints outdoors, and captures conditions of light and of atmosphere in her work.
20.5 Miles
Cheshire Dog Park is an off-leash park that offers 2 acres of fenced in space for large and small dogs to roam separately. They also have agility equipment and waste stations and are adding continually adding more features.
20.6 Miles
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149 Farms Village Rd, Rt 309, Simsbury, CT 06070
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Featuring a beautiful, wooded park setting, Stratton Brook State Park offers year-round fun and activities. This includes fishing and swimming in the warmer months, and outdoor sports like skiing or ice skating in the winter.
20.8 Miles
Featuring a 1.25-mile hiking trail, Talcott Mountain State Park boasts a beautiful observation tower that is open to tourists throughout the week. Visitors should plant to spend roughly 40 minutes on the trail before reaching the tower.
20.9 Miles
Separate areas for both small and large dogs are available at the Paw Meadow Dog Park. Both of the areas are fenced-in so that dogs cannot run away when off their leashes, and there are benches for owners who want to relax.
21.2 Miles
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New Britain Museum of American Art
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56 Lexington St., New Britain, CT
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Art lovers and history buffs always enjoy visiting the New Britain Museum of American Art in New Britain, Connecticut. This spacious museum owns impressive collections of paintings, drawings, sculptures and other creations made by American artists.
21.2 Miles
Family owned and operated, Highland Bowl, LLC is suitable for all ages. Along with open bowling, the facility hosts leagues and offers special activities such as glow-in-the- dark and bumper bowling.
21.3 Miles
Connecticut's West Hartford Reservoir is located in a beautiful park setting. The paved trail encircling the reservoir is just over 3.2 miles long, and there are several other unpaved hiking trails. Dogs are welcome but must be leashed.
21.3 Miles
A natural, wildlife area for birdwatching, the Shepaug Eagle Observation Area is an informative shelter to view eagles, birds, the dam, and walk the trails. Visitors must make reservations in advance, as the attraction is only open during specific seasons.