- The list below includes 257 free or cheap things to do in or near New Haven, Connecticut, including 116 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Music Venue, Libraries and National & State Parks.
 - From Yale University to Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in New Haven and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hamden, Milford, Fairfield and Stratford.
 
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            From the merchant: Learn a new skill! Join us for a paint night with one of our gallery artists.         
    
    
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            The whimsically-named Sleeping Giant State Park in Hamden, Connecticut takes its name from its characteristic hill formations. The park is free to visit, but guests who wish to use the parking lot must pay a small fee throughout most of the year.        
    
    
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            At Willow Rock Gallery, visitors can purchase a variety of artwork from local artists, from jewelry, to paintings, to pottery. The gallery is run by a local artist who curates the work of regional artists.        
    
    
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            As a dog friendly park, visitors can bring their dogs along for a hike through the trails of Young's Pond. Visitors can explore the surrounding woods, which has remnants of old structures to see.        
    
    
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            Located along Branford Harbor, Parker Memorial Park features beach and water access that can be used for swimming and kayaking. The park has a children's playground, picnic areas, a pier, walking paths and restroom facilities.        
    
    
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            At AMF Milford Lanes, guests can enjoy both its traditional bowling and special midnight bowling experiences. The location also hosts birthday parties and bowling leagues for those who wish to play on a regular basis.        
    
    
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            Visitors who are interested in the potato famine that caused many immigrants to come to America may enjoy what Ireland's Great Hunger Museum has to offer. Affiliated with Quinnipiac University, the museum maintains artwork and archival materials.        
    
    
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            Situated on 44.6 acres, Foote Family Memorial Park provides a river view as well as facilities for baseball, soccer and tennis. The park also has walking paths, playgrounds, a pavilion, restroom facilities and open grass areas surrounded by trees.        
    
    
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                305 Sherman Avenue, Hamden, CT 6518
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            With arenas for various sports games, Quinnipiac University TD Bank Sports Center offers visitors a venue to watch the Quinnipiac Bobcats play at. The first floor is dedicated to hockey games and is fitted with a large indoor ice rink.        
    
    
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            Brewer Bruce & Johnson's Marina offers a full service facility for boaters and yacht owners, with both long-term and short-term slip rentals during the summer. In addition to trained service mechanics, the Marina also offers a winter storage service.