- TripBuzz found 252 things to do with kids in or near Fairfield County, Connecticut, including 252 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Haven, Norwalk, Fairfield and Stratford.
- From Rolnick Observatory to Ridgefield Theater Barn, the Fairfield County area offers 122 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Theaters, Movie Theaters and History Museums.
- With a population of over 900,000 people, Fairfield County, CT is the most densely populated county in Connecticut and is only 1.5 hours from New York City. Fairfield, the town within the county, was also ranked as Money Magazine's 9th 'Best Place to Live' in 2006. There are a number of mountains and hiking opportunities in Fairfield County, including Cedar Hill Summit, Bear Mountain Summit, and much more.
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Leapin'lizards is a recreation and entertainment complex that features a number of fun amenities to use. These attractions include obstacle courses, tunnels to climb and slide through, and mazes to explore, among many others.
24.2 Miles
This 25-acre jewel located on the edge of New Haven, Edgerton Park, is a favorite destination for people who want to enjoy the gardens and grounds of this old estate. On the National Register of Historic Places, the park features many walking paths, fountains, and greenhouses.
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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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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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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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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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940 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT 06517
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Open to bike riders, joggers, and dogs on a leash, Farmington Canal Rail To Trail Assoc offers a scenic shortcut through the city of New Haven. The trail has several benches to sit on and a variety of plant life.
24.6 Miles
East Rock Park, is a 425-acre park in New Haven, CT that features a myriad of sports courts and fields, over 10-miles of hiking and biking trails, and much more. Visitors can also enjoy the Trowbridge Environmental Center and Pardee Rose Garden and Greenhouse.
24.6 Miles
Johnson's Duckpin Lanes is fun for the entire family, with small balls and pins for a unique alternative to regular 10-pin bowling. There are 20 duckpin lanes and enough space for private parties.
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The Eli Whitney Museum is more of a children's scientific workshop for building things than a conventional museum. The museum offers programs where students can build items such as pinball machines or host birthday parties.