Things to Do with Kids in Niantic, CT

  • TripBuzz found 259 things to do with kids in or near Niantic, Connecticut, including 249 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Montauk, Westerly, Groton and Mystic.
  • From Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut to Black Hawk Fishing Boat, the Niantic area offers 115 different types of family activities, including: Fishing, Marinas, Children's Museums and Beaches.
  • Located on Long Island Sound, the city of Niantic is a small beach town spanning just over three square miles. Popular with tourists, the riverfront area offers a prime location for swimming, fishing and boating, as well as a scenic local state park. Those looking to stay indoors can enjoy the towns casinos, boutique hotels and local eateries.
  • TripBuzz found 259 things to do with kids in or near Niantic, Connecticut, including 249 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Montauk, Westerly, Groton and Mystic.
  • From Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut to Black Hawk Fishing Boat, the Niantic area offers 115 different types of family activities, including: Fishing, Marinas, Children's Museums and Beaches.
  • Located on Long Island Sound, the city of Niantic is a small beach town spanning just over three square miles. Popular with tourists, the riverfront area offers a prime location for swimming, fishing and boating, as well as a scenic local state park. Those looking to stay indoors can enjoy the towns casinos, boutique hotels and local eateries.
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36.9 Miles
75% 16 votes
Dog Park Ridge Rd & Waite Street, Hamden, CT 06517 MoreLess Info
All dogs enjoy Hamden Dog Park, a roomy environment for pets and owners to play and socialize. This park is well kept, completely fenced in, with a separate area and entrance for smaller dogs.
37.0 Miles
94% 249 votes
National & State Parks Hamden, CT MoreLess Info
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.
37.0 Miles
74% 496 votes
Aquariums 431 East Main Street, Riverhead, NY 11901 MoreLess Info
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.
37.0 Miles
79% 198 votes
Lighthouses 1460 Ocean Road, Narragansett, RI 2882 MoreLess Info
The majestic Point Judith Lighthouse is 51 feet tall and sits on the mouth of Narragansett Bay. The lighthouse is closed to visitors, but the grounds are usually open in clement weather. The Point Judith Lighthouse is managed by the United States Coast Guard.
37.0 Miles
94% 36 votes
History Museums 3011 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT 06518 MoreLess Info
Visitors who are interested in the potato famine that caused many immigrants to come to America may enjoy what Ireland's Great Hunger Museum has to offer. Affiliated with Quinnipiac University, the museum maintains artwork and archival materials.
37.0 Miles
70% 74 votes
Historic Sites 2 Lighthouse Rd., New Haven, CT 06512 MoreLess Info
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.
37.0 Miles
88% 127 votes
Parks Cold Spring and Orange Sts, New Haven, CT 06510 MoreLess Info
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.
37.0 Miles
78% 32 votes
Other Landmarks Exeter, RI MoreLess Info
Rhode Island's only ski resort, Yawgoo Valley, is a great destination for the novice skier or for a fun day on the slopes for seasoned pros. Snowboarding, tubing, and ski lessons are also available, and the site includes a waterpark for warmer months.
37.0 Miles
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History Museums 1702 Main Street, Newington, CT 6111 MoreLess Info
The mission of the Newington Historical Society & Trust Inc is to promote interest in local and regional history, be it religious, cultural, architectural, social, economic, or artistic. The society manages museums and archives.
37.0 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks 1444 Ocean Road, Narragansett, RI 02882 MoreLess Info
Rose Nulman Park is dedicated to Rose Nulman who passed away in 1993 and left the park open permanently for public recreational use. This park features a few benches, views of the ocean, and the Point Judith lighthouse.
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