Connecticut is one of New England’s most popular states. It’s southerly location and proximity to New York City make it an easy choice for a day trip or weekend trip to New England. Put the following activities on your bucket list!
CT Activities
- Gillette Castle: Home to Sherlock Holmes and on the list of National Register of Historic Places
- Mystic Seaport: Visit the fleet of whaling ships.
- CT’s Famous Casinos: Win big (or loose) at Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods
- Mark Twain House: Pay a visit to Mark Twain and Museum located in Hartford
- CT Craft Breweries: New England is keen on craft beer. Follow the CT Beer Trail
- Riverboat: Sail aboard a classic riverboat on the CT River
- Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art: Located in Hartford boasting a collection of 50,000 works of art
- Lobster Rolls: A warm lobster roll is a must and found in many CT locations
- Elizabeth Park Conservancy: Walk the stunning rose garden open 365 days a year
- CT Wine Trail: Stop and sip the many wineries and vineyards all over the state
- CT State Capitol: Take a guided tour to learn more about the state’s history
- Covered Bridges: CT has many covered bridges the longest of these is the West Cornwall Covered Bridge
- CT Science Center: Science museums are a wonderful way to pass a rainy day or weekend afternoon
- Fall Colors: Fall in New England is spectacular. Litchfield County is one of the best places to take in fall color
- Ice Skating: Bushnell Park is the place to go when winter arrives
- Theatre: Check out Goodspeed Opera House and Yale Repertory Theatre
- Lighthouse Hopping: Tour some of the lighthouses or view them from land
- Biking: Bike along the 26 mile of the Farmington River Trail
- Hamburgers: Louis’ Lunch in New Haven is the birthplace of the hamburger.
More to see and do in Connecticut. From seashores to mountains there is something exciting for all.
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