- TripBuzz found 248 things to do with kids in or near Groton, Connecticut, including 226 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Westerly, Montauk, Mystic and Charlestown.
- From Eastern Point Beach to Tricentennial Legacy Playground, the Groton area offers 116 different types of family activities, including: Fishing, Beaches, Dog Park and National & State Parks.
- Known for its beautiful shores on Long Island Sound, the city of Groton is framed by the Thames River and the Mystic River. Visitors and residents both enjoy visiting the cities many parks, as they offer impressive views of the water. Featuring a US Navy Submarine Museum, the city is home to the famous USS Nautilus.
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Experience the glamour of Golden-Era train travel at the Essex Steam Train & Riverboat in Essex, Connecticut. Surrounded by rolling hills and pristine waterways, this interpretive museum always makes an impression on its visitors.
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Ingham Hill Road, Old Saybrook, CT 06475
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Great Cedar Conservation Area is 320 acre swamp that features a variety of hiking trails that go for several miles. The area wraps around the Hay House property, which features a house made entirely of hay bales.
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Visitors can spend a day at the beach relaxing or skimboarding at Harvey Beach. The beach has a patch of eel grass with a variety of birds in it. There are several lifeguards on duty during the day.
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1353 Boston Post Road, Old Saybrook, CT 06475
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The Lucky 33 Gemstone Flume Mine is a historic and educational place where visitors can pan for gold or mine for gems using the flume system. Visitors keep all the gold or gems they find.
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Canfield woods is a nature preserve that spans over 300 acres of dense woods, wetlands, and interesting rock formations. The area is home to a variety of plant and animal species.
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Junction of Rte. 82 and Petticoat La., East Haddam, CT
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The Allegra Farm and the Horse drawn Carriage and Sleigh Museum of New England offers a magically whimsical view of the city and its history. The museum gives visitors a glimpse into the Victorian Age and horse drawn carriages are available for hire.
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A movie multiplex featuring 12 theaters, the Marquee Cinemas 12 shows primarily first-run Hollywood movies. The theater features digital video and sound, and offers a discount loyalty club for repeat customers.
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Visitors can find a wide variety of fishing supplies for freshwater and saltwater fishing at Quonny Bait & Tackle. The bait and tackle shop offers a diverse selection of lures and baits.
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Ivoryton, Connecticut is home to the Ivoryton Playhouse, which presents musicals and straight theatrical productions. The Playhouse combines national-level production value with a warm, welcoming community atmosphere. Purchase tickets online or at the Playhouse box office.
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Primarily a Christmas tree farm, Riverside Farm was established in 1988. The farm offers a wide variety of sustainably grown Christmas trees, which visitors can select for themselves. All trees are the same price.