Free & Cheap Things to Do in Meriden, CT

  • The list below includes 407 free or cheap things to do in or near Meriden, Connecticut, including 117 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Walking Trails, Art Gallery and Paintball.
  • From Hubbard Park to Meriden Linear Trails, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Meriden and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Haven, Hartford, West Hartford and Hamden.
  • The list below includes 407 free or cheap things to do in or near Meriden, Connecticut, including 117 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Walking Trails, Art Gallery and Paintball.
  • From Hubbard Park to Meriden Linear Trails, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Meriden and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Haven, Hartford, West Hartford and Hamden.
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28.9 Miles
98% 176 votes
Art Museum 96 Lyme Stree, Old Lyme, CT 6371 MoreLess Info
Old Lyme, Connecticut is home to the Florence Griswold Museum, an institution that preserves artwork and promotes artistic and historical education. The museum's largest and most important collections emphasize American art.
28.9 Miles
100% 16 votes
Other Outdoor Places 250 Calhoun Street, Washington Depot, CT MoreLess Info
Averill Farm is a 260-acre property that grows apples, pears, and Christmas trees. Visitors of the site, which also hosts events throughout the year, will be able to purchase ciders, Indian corn, mums, cheddar cheese, garlic, and potatoes.
28.9 Miles
100% 12 votes
Piers & Boardwalks Ferry Road, Old Lyme, CT 6371 MoreLess Info
At DEEP Marine Headquarters - Ferry Landing Park, visitors can enjoy bird and wildlife viewing, crabbing, and fishing activities. The site offers scenic views of the Connecticut River for guests that are seeking photo opportunities.
28.9 Miles
25% 12 votes
Movie Theaters 100 Quarry Road, Trumbull, CT 06611 MoreLess Info
All digital projection, surround sound, and stadium seating are offered within the 16 auditoriums of the Bow Tie Marquis 16 Cinema. First-run wide-release films are presented at this theater which also feature warm concession foods.
28.9 Miles
- 0 votes
Historic Sites 96 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT 6371 MoreLess Info
The Lyme Historical Society's mission is to preserve, celebrate, and disseminate the history and culture of the Old Lyme area. In the interest of this mission, the society purchases and restores old buildings, sponsors programs, and maintains archives.
29.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
Music Venue 68 Old Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT 6371 MoreLess Info
Affiliated with the MusicNow Foundation, Nightingale's Acoustic Cafe hosts a variety of live music, primarily of the folk, Americana, and independent rock genres. The cafe offers a full menu of food and drink, and hosts music programs.
29.1 Miles
100% 4 votes
Aviation Museums 2480 Main Street, Stratford, CT 6615 MoreLess Info
Aviation fans enjoy visiting Stratford's National Helicopter Museum. The museum educates on the unique development of the helicopter in comparison to other aircraft and features an array of photographs and models of helicopters through time.
29.1 Miles
- 0 votes
Art Gallery 25 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT 6371 MoreLess Info
Featuring a collection of artwork with American landscapes and themes, The Cooley Gallery regularly rotates different paintings in its three exhibitions. In addition to paintings, the gallery features jewelry, photography, sculpture, and pottery.
29.2 Miles
94% 16 votes
Bird Watching 1 Milford Point Road, Milford, CT 06460 MoreLess Info
Located in a marshland, The Coastal Center at Milford Point provides panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. From the center, visitors can learn about the birds that visit the region, from shore birds to migrating birds.
29.2 Miles
100% 2 votes
Bowling 1465 Barnum Avenue, Stratford, CT 06614 MoreLess Info
An old-style bowling alley, Barnum Duckpin Bowling Lanes & Duckpin Lounge offers multiple lanes of duckpin bowling as well as a full service Italian restaurant and bar. The restaurant serves a wide variety of pizzas, including clams casino and meatball.
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