- The list below includes 253 free or cheap things to do in or near Niantic, Connecticut, including 114 different types of inexpensive activities like Fishing, Marinas, Children's Museums and Beaches.
- From Niantic Bay Boardwalk to D'elia Antique Tool Museum, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Niantic and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Groton, Montauk, Mystic and New London.
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Middletown, Connecticut is home to Wesleyan University, a co-educational institute on the shore of the Connecticut River. The university is famous for its sports programs, research projects and reputation for small class sizes with plenty of individual attention for each student.
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The Middletown Roller Skating Rink is a roller skating rink that supports activities such as dancing, skating, and playing video games. The rink is available for birthday parties, skate lessons, and summer camps.
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140 Washington Street, Middletown, CT 06457
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Ursel's Web Frame Shop Gallery is a gallery of both fine and local art and custom framing shop. They offer an assortment of art pieces including paintings, sculptures and glass-blown figurines as well as German gift items.
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The Charlestown Gallery showcases exceptional regional painting, sculpture, and photography in their 3,000 sq ft. gallery. Ongoing exhibits, frequent shows, and receptions help to introduce the artist's works and welcome new visitors to the gallery.
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As a popular geocache destination, Richard Trails is a half mile trail that weaves through the surrounding forest. The trail is currently in the process of being expanded as more branches are being cut to make room.
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53 E. Industrial Dr, Branford, CT 6405
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Founded in 2010, the Thimble Islands Brewing Company has become a local favorite for quality beers. The brewery offers a wide selection of standard brews, as well as a select few specialty and seasonal labels available only through the brewery.
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An ideal place for nature enthusiasts and bird watchers, Wadsworth National Park offers hiking trails that lead to scenic waterfalls. Swimming is also admitted in safe areas of the park.
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The history of the area, including the Thimble Islands is offered by the Stony Creek Museum. The museum presents various events throughout the year and includes the area history in the form of pictures, objects, manuscripts, artifacts and memorabilia.
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Situated on Long Island, Mecox Bay is roughly shaped like a skillet along the side of the landmass that faces the Atlantic Ocean. The picturesque bay is popular with many painters and photographers and offers oyster harvesting.
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721 Wadsworth Street, Middletown, CT 06457
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Offering views of two waterfalls, Wadsworth Falls State Park can be used for fishing and has a pond that can be used for swimming. The park features trails for hiking and biking as well as picnic and restroom facilities.