- TripBuzz found 240 things to do with kids in or near Guilford, Connecticut, including 231 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Haven, Hamden, Stratford and Middletown.
- From Jacobs Beach to Henry Whitfield State Museum, the Guilford area offers 114 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, Hiking Trails, Beaches and Lighthouses.
- Located in New Haven County, the city of Guilford was named one of the Top 100 US Cities To Live In by Money Magazine in 2005. The city features an array of scenic parks and beach areas popular with local families and tourists who visit the area. Charming and colorfully painted homes line the streets, while colorful foliage surround the areas marshes and ponds.
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Italian restaurant specializes in New Haven style pizza
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Located near Guilford Point, Jacobs Beach consists of a 25 acre beach, picnic shelters, a playground, various sports courts, and more. Visitors can take their boats into the water or go swimming at the shore.
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248 Old Whitfield Street, Guilford, CT 06437
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The Henry Whitfield State Museum, with its stone walls and stately size, is a beautiful landmark with picturesque grounds. The museum is Connecticut's oldest house and is available to tour.
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Located within a structure built in 1713, the Hyland House is a historic site open throughout the summer months. Visitors commonly enjoy taking guided tours of the house, learning about local history and seeing all of the artifacts and exhibits.
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248 Old Whitfield Street, Guilford, CT 6437
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Whitfield State Historical Museum tells the history and story of the English settlement of Connecticut. Patrons may take self-guided tours through three floors of 17th-19th century furnishings and artifacts and can also view changing exhibits in two galleries.
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Explore the best Connecticut has to offer with a tour from CT Bike Tours.Com. This firm offers guided bike tours and chartered marine excursions. Reservations are strongly recommended and are required for all private charters.
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Explore beautiful Guilford, Connecticut on a guided excursion courtesy of Shoreline Segway. No prior Segway experience is required. Helmets and other safety gear are included in the cost of each tour.
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Constructed in 1802, the Faulkner's Island Lighthouse is an active historic lighthouse that is the second oldest in the entire state. Visitors commonly enjoy spending time on Faulkner's Island during their trip to see the lighthouse.
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Running through over 35 communities throughout Connecticut and Massachusetts is the New England National Scenic Trail Gateway. The trail runs over 215-miles and is popular for walking, hiking and cycling.
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With 700 acres of wilderness available to explore, Bluff Head Preserve consists of forests, rivers, cliffs, and mountains. The preserve has a visible fault line that is made from traprock.
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The history of the area, including the Thimble Islands is offered by the Stony Creek Museum. The museum presents various events throughout the year and includes the area history in the form of pictures, objects, manuscripts, artifacts and memorabilia.