Free & Cheap Things to Do in New Britain, CT

  • 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.
  • 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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47.5 Miles
94% 70 votes
Specialty Museums 1021 West Street, Amherst, MA 01002 MoreLess Info
The rescuing, translating, and disseminating of Yiddish books serve as founding pillars for the National Yiddish Book Museum. The organization also strives to advance the knowledge of the saved literature through special education-based programs and exhibits within the architecturally unique building.
47.5 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.
47.5 Miles
96% 195 votes
Mountains Route 7, Great Barrington, MA 1230 MoreLess Info
Nestled in the Berkshire Hills, Monument Mountain offers novice-friendly trail hiking. Panoramic views and interesting rock formations add to the hiking experience. Hikers will also encounter a unique summit 'staircase' climb at the top.
47.6 Miles
82% 17 votes
Colleges & Universities Amherst, MA MoreLess Info
Hampshire College is a private liberal arts college that is a part of the Five Colleges Consortium for alternative education. Fifty-six percent of the institution's students go on to attain at least one graduate degree.
47.6 Miles
92% 12 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas Cooper Creek Road, Lee, MA 01238 MoreLess Info
Enjoy serenity, nature and wildlife at Goose Pond Reservation. Visitors to this scenic mountain lake enjoy swimming, kayaking and canoeing. There's even a place for picnicking. Open year-round from sunrise to sunset.
47.6 Miles
100% 14 votes
Farmers Markets Imperial Avenue Commuter Lot, Westport, CT 06880 MoreLess Info
Originated with the help of Paul Newman, the Westport Farmers' Market hosts 45 vendors, all offering non-GMO and organic foods. The market also features yoga displays, chef demonstrations, and other events.
47.6 Miles
57% 7 votes
Bowling 109 Stockbridge Road, Great Barrington, MA 1230 MoreLess Info
Along with multiple bowling lanes for general public bowling the Cove Bowling and Entertainment complex features cosmic bowling on the weekends. There is also an on-site bowling pro shop and mini golf course.
47.6 Miles
59% 68 votes
Hiking Trails 195 Main St, Great Barrington, MA 1230 MoreLess Info
The Greenway Trail Housatonic River Walk is a single remote, two-section national recreation trail made possible by citizen volunteers. Vibrant and abundant, the trail features native plants, and an engineered trail way structure that facilitates safe trail navigation.
47.6 Miles
83% 35 votes
Movie Theaters 70 Railroad Street, Great Barrington, MA 1230 MoreLess Info
Digital theater Triplex Cinema is a comfortable, well maintained movie house. While the theater has a zero-tolerance policy for outside food and beverage, it offers a variety of concessions and convenient parking.
47.6 Miles
63% 8 votes
Bowling 109 Stockbridge Road, Great Barrington, MA 01230 MoreLess Info
A 24-lane bowling center, Cove Bowling Lanes features cosmic bowling and an 18-hole miniature golf course. The center has a sports bar, arcade game machines, a snack bar and facilities for private parties and events.