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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32.3 Miles
95% 504 votes
Parks Prospect Ave., Hartford, CT 06106 MoreLess Info
Hartford's Elizabeth Park is a free park with luxurious formal gardens maintained by volunteers. Parking is also free. Elizabeth Park is open to leashed dogs, and owners must clean up after pets.
32.3 Miles
97% 62 votes
Ziplines 817 Violet Avenue, Hyde Park, NY 12538 MoreLess Info
The 8 ziplines at Big Bear Ziplines have a maximum height of 80 feet and can take the visitor to speeds which reach 30 mph. It has 2 types of tours: The Canopy Tour and the Zombie Ziplining Tour.
32.3 Miles
81% 37 votes
Architectural Buildings Poughkeepsie, NY MoreLess Info
More than 10 million mails are processed each year at the Poughkeepsie Post Office. It is included in the National Register of Historic Places.
32.3 Miles
86% 91 votes
Beaches 113 East Broadway, Milford, CT MoreLess Info
Milford's Walnut Beach is a resort community that also features public events and shopping. Its breezy boardwalk is a popular spot for afternoon strolling and people watching. The Walnut Beach community also holds closed events, which are off-limits to non-members.
32.4 Miles
95% 3376 votes
Bridges 82 Washington St,, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 MoreLess Info
The Walkway Over the Hudson welcomes each year approximately 750,000 visitors. It is a 1.28 mile-long elevated pedestrian bridge, standing 212 feet above the ground, making it the longest of its kind in the world.
32.4 Miles
95% 20 votes
Kayaking 28 Naugatuck Avenue, Milford, CT MoreLess Info
Visitors can rent bikes, stand-up paddleboards, motor scooters, kayaks, and a variety of beach equipment at Scoot & Paddle. The shop is locally owned and operated and visitors can explore Long Island Sound, marshlands, lakes, roads, and more.
32.4 Miles
100% 6 votes
Historic Buildings 57 Gun Mill Road, Bloomfield, CT 06002 MoreLess Info
Noted for the presence an observation tower, museum, and visitor's center, Talcott Mountain State Park is a publicly managed park preserve. The park also features a 1.25 mile hiking trail that winds up the slope to the observation area.
32.4 Miles
100% 2 votes
Recreation Centers 335 Bloomfield Avenue, West Hartford, CT 06117 MoreLess Info
The Mandell JCC of Greater Hartford is a facility that features a fitness center, recreational facilities, and educational classes. The facility also has an art gallery, a community room, a theater, and an aquatics center.
32.5 Miles
46% 13 votes
Parks New Haven, CT MoreLess Info
Home to a Revolutionary War fort, Fort Hale Park was named for Nathan Hale, a Continental Army soldier designated as Connecticut's state hero. The park offers a sandy beach, a fishing pier, picnic areas and walking paths.
32.5 Miles
100% 5 votes
Parks 325 Grumman Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06851 MoreLess Info
A 227 acre wooded park with a historic mansion on the property, Cranbury Park / Gallaher Estate offers a variety of attractions. The park has hiking trails and a disc golf course, and the estate is available for rentals.
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