- TripBuzz found 311 things to do with kids in or near Colchester, Connecticut, including 308 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hartford, Groton, West Hartford and Mystic.
- From Salmon River State Forest to Day Pond State Park, the Colchester area offers 117 different types of family activities, including: National & State Parks, Movie Theaters, Parks and Theaters.
- Colchester was the first town in Connecticut to achieve certification by the National Wildlife Federation as a Community Wildlife Habitat. With its proximity to the Salmon River State Forest, activities such as fishing, hiking, camping, and hunting are popular among visitors and locals. For a taste of history and architecture, guests can walk the streets of Colchester Village Historic District.
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431 East Main Street, Riverhead, NY 11901
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Built to engage visitors with a fascinating blend of science and nature, the Long Island Aquarium & Exhibition Center, is home to the western hemisphere's largest all-living Coral Reef display. Featuring a variety of indoor and outdoor exhibits, this is a must-see attraction.
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With a peak of 632 ft., the Little Tom Mountain is situated in the Connecticut River Valley within 2,500 acres of conservation land. A 5 mile round trip trail provides access to a scenic view overlooking the river valley.
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1 Milford Point Road, Milford, CT 06460
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Located in a marshland, The Coastal Center at Milford Point provides panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. From the center, visitors can learn about the birds that visit the region, from shore birds to migrating birds.
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The 10-mile Washington Secondary Bike Way is a biking trail that also has views of the Pawtuxet River. The trail is made up of paved and dirt paths and can be used for running, roller blading, and walking.
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With history dating back to the 1700's, Bent of the River Audubon is home to bird watching and hiking on over 650 acres of hills and landscape. Camps are featured along with educational programs.
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Stratford Performing Arts Academy is a family owned business that offers classes of all genres. They provide two types of programs, Recreational Dance and Competitive Companies and dancers perform in shows along with numerous competitions and benefits throughout the season.
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The Railroad Museum of Long Island is a historic museum that displays artifacts such as the '#200', which is the world's first aluminum double decker passenger car. The museum has a visitor's center and a gift shop.
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Opened in 1960, Lang's Bowlarama features 40 lanes suitable for open and league bowlers. It offers a full bar, a dining menu, a party room and a lounge with a 16-foot television for sports viewing.
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When in season, Long Island Canoe Kayak Rentals offers rentals of canoes, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, fishing poles, water bikes, electric tour boards and bicycles. They also offer seasonal guided tours for canoes, kayaks, paddleboards and electric bikes.
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All Star Bowling is a bowling alley and arcade. Attractions include bowling, arcade games, pool tables, and an in house restaurant. The bowling alley also hosts multiple bowling leagues aimed at different ages, genders, and skill levels.