From rich historical sites to casino gaming to world-class spa resorts, Connecticut packs super vacations into a small space! And don't forget the must-see annual migrations of the bald eagle!
Find more information from these featured brochures:
Center of Connecticut
Greater Hartford & Connecticut's River Valley—picturesque and rich in cultural arts & history! Free visitors guide at CenterofCT.com or 860-787-9640.
Connecticut
This summer, see what only Connecticut can offer. Unwind along our unforgettable coastline; make memories at Lake Compounce; step back in time at the Mark Twain House & Museum. Explore more at CTvisit.com.
Connecticut Science Center
Main Street, 250 Columbus Blvd., Hartford, CT 06103. 860-SCIENCE [724-3623], www.CTScienceCenter.org
Danbury Railway Museum
Experience the golden age of railroading. Online: www.danburyrail.org, email: info@danburyrail.org
Essex Steam Train & Riverboat
Ride the only steam train and riverboat connection in the United States! For more information, events and tickets call 800-377-3987 or visit essexsteamtrain.com.
Goodspeed Musicals
Enjoy the beauty of historic Goodspeed Opera House, home of the American musical! Our intimate theatre brings you close to the excitement of live musicals. 860-873-8668, goodspeed.org
Hartford Marathon Foundation
HMF events—great races in great places. HMF offers high-energy runs & triathlons all over Connecticut. Find a great HMF race in a great CT place at HartfordMarathon.com.
Lyman Orchards
(est. 1741). A year-round family destination in CT. Pick-your-own fruit, Apple Barrel market, bakery, deli, eatery, 2 public golf courses, outings, mazes and more. www.lymanorchards.com
Marriott Hartford Downtown
200 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT 06103. 860-249-8000, www.HartfordMarriott.com
Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
110 Pequot Trail, Mashantucket, CT 06338. I-95, Exit 92. 800-411-9671, www.PequotMuseum.org
Mystic Marriott Hotel and Spa
625 North Road, Rt.117, Groton, CT 06340. 860-446-2600, www.MysticMarriott.com
Northwest Connecticut Arts Council
Soak in theatre, music, heritage trails, art exhibits, author readings, festivals and more. artsnwct.org
Ocean Beach Park and Boardwalk
Beach and boardwalk, spray park, waterslides, mini golf, pool, rides, gifts, ice cream, trail, playground, food court, café and arcade. ocean-beach-park.com, 860-447-3031
Railroad Museum of New England
A scenic hour-long train ride on the Naugatuck Railroad. Board the vintage train at historic Thomaston Station. Schedule and tickets at rmne.org or call 860-283-7245.
Stamford Museum & Nature Center
Explore 80 acres of nature trails, visit Heckscher Farm and see the latest exhibition in the Museum galleries. stamfordmuseum.org
Stepping Stones Museum for Children
Play is seriously fun business at Stepping Stones Museum for Children in Norwalk, Connecticut. Open daily from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. steppingstonesmuseum.org
The Discovery Museum and Planetarium
4450 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06604. 203-372-3521, www.DiscoveryMuseum.com
The Last Green Valley
P.O. Box 29/111 Main St., Danielson, CT 06239. 860-774-3300, 866-363-7226, www.TLGV.org
The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk
I-95 exit 14n or 15s. 3 blocks from Metro-North RR. 10 N. Water St., Norwalk, CT 06854. Open 7 days. 203-852-0700, www.MaritimeAquarium.org
The Spa at Norwich Inn
607 West Thames Street, Norwich, CT 06360. 800-ASK-4-SPA (275-4772), www.TheSpaAtNorwichInn.com
Wesleyan Potters
350 South Main St. (Route 17), Middletown, CT. 860-347-5925, www.WesleyanPotters.com
