- The list below includes 321 free or cheap things to do in or near New Britain, Connecticut, including 114 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Art Museum, Trampoline Parks and History Museums.
- From Walnut Hill Park to George L Chelsey Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in New Britain and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hartford, West Hartford, Hamden and South Windsor.
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Built in the 1700s, Pratt House is the former farm house of one of the early settlers of the city. The house contains authentic furniture and decor from the Pilgrim to the Colonial eras.
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1288 Boston Post Rd, Hammonasset Beach State Park, Madison, CT 06443
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An environmental learning center, Meigs Point Nature Center hosts programs and displays for all ages. Visitors can see a variety of native animals who are cared for by the center's staff.
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Lighthouse Point Park is a community park and historic site that features a wide expanse of beach. The park has picnic and barbecue areas, a carousel, a rock pier, and pavilions that are available for rental.
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Located on the site of the former Columbia Junction Freight Yard, the Connecticut Eastern Railroad Museum showcases historical locomotives and railroad buildings. Visitors can take a guided tour through the museum and kids can operate an 1850's style pump-car.
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The Shoreline Greenway Trail provides a 25-mile path from Lighthouse Point to Hammonasset State Park. This location provides walking, hiking, and biking opportunities to its visitors, who travel by Branford and Madison.
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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.
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Woodland Duckpin Bowling is a bowling alley that is home to 'Glow-In-The-Dark Birthday Parties'. The alley is decorated with colorful lights, hosts bowling leagues, and has 12 lanes in total.
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Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Prospect Hill Historic District is a district that encompasses 40-blocks of residential neighborhoods. The district has a total of 993 contributing buildings.
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Accommodating a variety of boats of different sizes, Brewer's Dauntless Shipyard is a historic marina with views of the Connecticut River. Hamburg Cove and Selden's Creek are accessible by boat within close proximity of the marina.
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At Cortland Park, shoppers can find luxurious 100% cashmere sweaters under the same label's name. Classic crew sweaters, dresses and even draperies can be found here in addition to other clothing lines.