- TripBuzz found 260 things to do with kids in or near Norwalk, Connecticut, including 238 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Stratford, Fairfield, Bridgeport and Ridgefield.
- From The Maritime Aquarium to Stepping Stones Museum for Children, the Norwalk area offers 122 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, History Museums, Beaches and Boat Tours.
- Known for it's abundance of oyster farming, and casually referred to as 'Oyster Town', the city of Norwalk hosts an annual Oyster Festival each fall for locals and visitors. The cities main tourist attractions include local museums, shopping centers, casual eateries, historical parks, mansions and the local Sheffield Island Lighthouse.
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A cool pitcher of sangria complements three tapas, such as Maryland crab cakes, baked goat cheese, or a platter of Spanish cheeses
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With exhibits featuring the City of Norwalk, Norwalk Museum contains maps, photographs, pottery, letters, manuscripts, signs and a library of over 500 books. The museum offers tours as well as educational programs and lectures.
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Operated by the Norwalk Seaport Association, the Bird Watching Cruise uses a 45-foot C.J. Toth Quest catamaran to give participants an up close look at local bird life. The two hour cruise of the Norwalk Islands offers viewings of herons, egrets, gulls, and ospreys.
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Within close proximity of several restaurants, Garden Cinemas offers a variety of movies for family entertainment and is ideal for a date night. Affiliated with Garden Homes Cinemas, this theater further provides comfortable seating and concessions.
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An off leash dog park, the Rowyton Community Center Dog Run features large fenced in areas for dogs to run and play, water for dogs to drink, and bags for owners to clean up after their pets with.
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With direct access to Long Island Sound, Downunder Kayaking offers visitors kayak rentals with hourly to monthly rates. The shop also hosts lessons for stand up paddle boards, including yoga and cardio.
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A movie theater featuring six auditoriums, Bow Tie Cinemas Royale 6 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and sound. The theater offers assisted listening and descriptive audio devices, 3D movies and a concession area with food and drinks.
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Featuring full digital projection and sound, Crown Sono Regent is a local movie theater showing the latest Hollywood released films to its guests. Other theater amenities include concessions options, assisted listening devices, and theater rentals.
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Norwalk's Sheffield Island Lighthouse & Nature Trail is preserved and managed by the Sheffield Seaport Association. The lighthouse, which closed in 1902, is available for advance tours and must be accessed via boat.
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Built on the site of a vintage railroad switching station, the SoNo Switch Tower Museum is located in Norwalk, Connecticut. It features indoor and outdoor exhibits. Admission and parking are free, but donations are cheerfully received.
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Norwalk, Connecticut's South Norwalk Historic District (SoNo) is a popular area filled with restaurants, boutiques, art galleries and other unique local businesses. The district is also a popular venue for fairs and festivals.