- TripBuzz found 276 things to do with kids in or near Branford, Connecticut, including 265 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Haven, Stratford, Bridgeport and Hamden.
- From Stony Creek Museum to Lake Saltonstall, the Branford area offers 117 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Boat Tours, Movie Theaters and Children's Museums.
- Located on Connecticut's shoreline, Branford is a small town settled in the mid-1600's. The town offers an array of historical sites that celebrate its beginnings. This includes several homes along with the Harrison House and Museum. The city further provides for outdoor recreation such as golfing, hiking, sailing, fishing and kayaking. And with a decent snowfall in the winter, tourists and residents can also enjoy both skiing and snowboarding.
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Authentic Italian cuisine includes housemade bolognese and other pastas, hearty grilled pork chops, zuppa di clams, and dry-aged porterhouse
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145 S Montowese Street, Branford, CT 6405
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Brewer Bruce & Johnson's Marina offers a full service facility for boaters and yacht owners, with both long-term and short-term slip rentals during the summer. In addition to trained service mechanics, the Marina also offers a winter storage service.
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Nestled in East Haven, Connecticut, the Shore Line Trolley Museum offers a look back to the heydey of trolleys and streetcars. Patrons may purchase rides on a restored trolley or browse the museum.
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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.
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2 Lighthouse Rd., New Haven, CT 06512
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For the finest views of New Haven Harbor and Long Island Sound, plan your visit to the Carousel at Lighthouse Point Park today. The carousel was built in 1916 and features 72 figurines on a 60-foot platform, making it one of the largest still in operation.
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Lighthouse Point Park is a community park and historic site that features a wide expanse of beach. The park has picnic and barbecue areas, a carousel, a rock pier, and pavilions that are available for rental.
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Home to a salt water lake, West Haven Beaches offers visitors an area for sunbathing and walking at its beach. The beach has a boardwalk with local businesses and benches to sit on.
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When visiting New Haven, lover's of Italian food and traditions must visit Little Italy. Take a stroll through this tree-lined neighborhood and choose from any of the shops and restaurants that feature the finest in Italian cuisine.
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Located within an historic district, Wooster Square Park provides visitors with a natural green expanse in a quaint downtown setting. The park offers numerous trails and picnic areas, and is noted for the blooming of its cherry trees each Spring.
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Close to downtown, Union Street Dog Park offers lots of open space for pets to run and play. Featuring a section for smaller dogs, it is safe for all breeds. Other park amenities include benches and a doggie drinking fountain.
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The Connecticut Children’s Museum is an educational museum that offers hands-on science and nature lessons for families, school groups, and community organizations. The museum features a dome planetarium.