- 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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            Offering the latest in movie releases, Rave Cinemas features stadium seating with a theater bar, full-service restaurant and arcade for added enjoyment. There is also an IMAX auditorium dedicated to 2D and 3D films.        
    
    
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                15 1st Street, Waterford, CT 06385
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            As a family run operation, Sunbeam Fleet takes visitors on small group excursions on a party boat. Each trip targets a specific fish; either sea bass, porgy, bottom fish, or black fish.        
    
    
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            An 18-screen movie theater, Buckland Hills 18 + IMAX displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers stadium seating, arcade games, a full bar, a restaurant, a party room and reserved seats.        
    
    
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            Open throughout the year, Havens Beach provides access to the eastern portion of Lake Ontario. Guests can enjoy sandy beaches, shoreline bluffs, adjoining woodlands, three separate campgrounds, and even winter activities.        
    
    
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            Hikers love Bull's Bridge in Kent, Connecticut. This rustic covered bridge crosses the Connecticut River and is part of several hiking trails, including the monumental Appalachian Trail and several shorter, easier paths.        
    
    
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                Smith Point County Park, William Floyd Parkway, Shirley, NY 
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            Dedicated in honor of TWA Flight 800 that went down off the coast of Fire Island in 1996, is the TWA Flight 800 International Memorial. The memorial is a place for reflection and remembrance of the tragic event.        
    
    
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            Offering sweeping views of the ocean, Greenwich Point Park is popular with locals and tourists for its mix of beach, forest and lake The beachside park offers swimming, boating, hiking trails and picnic areas.        
    
    
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            Mashashimuet Park is a park that has large grass fields for outdoor activities such as soccer and baseball. In addition to these areas, they have a playground, chess tables, picnic tables, tennis courts, and basketball courts.        
    
    
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            A stand up paddle board instruction center, Paddling With Claudia offers lessons for boarders of all experience levels. Instruction focuses on safety and fun, and is suitable for adults and for kids.        
    
    
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            One of the largest oceanfront parks on Fire Island is Smith Point County Park. The park offers saltwater fishing, swimming, camping, scuba diving and food concessions.