- TripBuzz found 266 things to do with kids in or near New Haven, Connecticut, including 239 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Fairfield, Stratford, Bridgeport and Hamden.
- From Ingalls Rink to Connecticut Children's Museum, the New Haven area offers 114 different types of family activities, including: Theaters, Parks, National & State Parks and Libraries.
- Founded in 1638, the city of New Haven has grown to be Connecticut's second largest city. Home to Yale University, the city is a thriving college town, as well as a business and residential community. Visitors enjoy the areas rich English history, as well as the local libraries, museums and picturesque scenery.
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16-course dinner with sake pairings at innovative restaurant lauded for sustainable sushi
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Savin Rock Beach is a rocky beach featuring a waterside walkway. Visitors may enjoy the scenic views the beach provides with small picturesque cottages lining the far shore. The beach also houses Jimmies, a small seafood restaurant.
4.1 Miles
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.
4.3 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.
4.5 Miles
Amf Bowling Centers is a bowling alley that offers competitive bowling leagues, public bowling sessions, and food and beverages. The alley is also available or adult parties, kids' parties, and corporate events.
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Accessible with a permit, Lake Saltonstall has interlacing trails through nature for visitors to hike through. The main trail does a loop around the lake, providing views of the lake and boats fishing on it.
5.3 Miles
South Street Beach is a sandy crescent beach known for being relatively quiet and uncrowded. The beach features several rocky outcroppings that make good fishing spots. Visitors can also swim (unsupervised, there are no lifeguards) and go boating.
5.4 Miles
The whimsically-named Sleeping Giant State Park in Hamden, Connecticut takes its name from its characteristic hill formations. The park is free to visit, but guests who wish to use the parking lot must pay a small fee throughout most of the year.
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As a dog friendly park, visitors can bring their dogs along for a hike through the trails of Young's Pond. Visitors can explore the surrounding woods, which has remnants of old structures to see.
6.4 Miles
Located along Branford Harbor, Parker Memorial Park features beach and water access that can be used for swimming and kayaking. The park has a children's playground, picnic areas, a pier, walking paths and restroom facilities.