Free & Cheap Things to Do in Washington, CT

  • The list below includes 153 free or cheap things to do in or near Washington, Connecticut, including 115 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, History Museums and Art Gallery.
  • From Averill Farm to The Silo Cooking School at Hunt Hill Farm, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Washington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Danbury, Bristol, Kent and Waterbury.
  • The list below includes 153 free or cheap things to do in or near Washington, Connecticut, including 115 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, History Museums and Art Gallery.
  • From Averill Farm to The Silo Cooking School at Hunt Hill Farm, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Washington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Danbury, Bristol, Kent and Waterbury.
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28.2 Miles
100% 3 votes
Observatories & Planetariums 1615 Stanley St., New Britain, CT MoreLess Info
Located on the campus of Central Connecticut State University, the Copernican Observatory & Planetarium provides lectures, observing sessions and other, astronomical-related activities at no cost. In addition, there is a regularly scheduled, free show held on Saturdays.
28.2 Miles
75% 4 votes
Horseback Riding 918 Wheelers Farms Road, Milford, CT 06461 MoreLess Info
An equestrian facility, Spring Meadow Farm offers boarding for horses as well as riding lessons for all ages and experience levels. The facility also trains horses and offers therapeutic riding sessions.
28.2 Miles
100% 1 votes
Historic Sites 1151 E Center Street, Wallingford, CT 6492 MoreLess Info
Honoring those who served in war, the Wallingford Vietnam Veterans Monument stands about 11 feet tall. Located in a park like setting, it borders a soccer field where many youth clubs play and compete.
28.3 Miles
97% 103 votes
Walking Tours 96 Blake Street, New Haven, CT 06511 MoreLess Info
Gourmands love Taste of New Haven, a Connecticut walking tour provider specializing in culinary tourism. Tour participants learn about the city's rich history as they sample its finest and most unusual edible offerings.
28.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
History Museums 915 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT 6517 MoreLess Info
The Eli Whitney Museum is more of a children's scientific workshop for building things than a conventional museum. The museum offers programs where students can build items such as pinball machines or host birthday parties.
28.4 Miles
100% 1 votes
Baseball Fields 346-414 S Elm Street, Wallingford, CT 6492 MoreLess Info
As an outdoor baseball field, Pat Wall Field hosts games for local baseball leagues and teams like the Fairfield Owls. Visitors can watch a baseball game at the field or reserve the it for their own game.
28.5 Miles
75% 16 votes
Dog Park Ridge Rd & Waite Street, Hamden, CT 06517 MoreLess Info
All dogs enjoy Hamden Dog Park, a roomy environment for pets and owners to play and socialize. This park is well kept, completely fenced in, with a separate area and entrance for smaller dogs.
28.5 Miles
25% 12 votes
Movie Theaters 100 Quarry Road, Trumbull, CT 06611 MoreLess Info
All digital projection, surround sound, and stadium seating are offered within the 16 auditoriums of the Bow Tie Marquis 16 Cinema. First-run wide-release films are presented at this theater which also feature warm concession foods.
28.5 Miles
100% 5 votes
Hiking Trails Rte 34, West Haven, CT 06516 MoreLess Info
Maltby Lakes is a hiking and mountain biking area populated by woodlands and numerous lakes. Visitors will find several hiking trails and will notice a variety of wildlife native to the area.
28.6 Miles
82% 11 votes
Parks Westfield Road, Meriden, CT MoreLess Info
This location features both hiking and climbing trails that take guests along the ridge of Lamentation Mountain. Scenic views of the area are available at the end of each trail.
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