- TripBuzz found 320 things to do with kids in or near West Hartford, Connecticut, including 297 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hartford, Bristol, Manchester and Middletown.
- From Adventure Rooms to The Children's Museum of Connecticut, the West Hartford area offers 112 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Children's Museums, Theaters and Hiking Trails.
- With a population of over 63,000 people, West Hartford, CT has the motto 'Where City Style Meets Village Charm.' Kiplinger's Finance Magazine ranked West Hartford among the top '10 Greatest Cities for Families' and with plenty of recreational space and open area such as Elizabeth and Fern Parks, the community has no shortage of outdoor fun.
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The Eli Whitney Museum is more of a children's scientific workshop for building things than a conventional museum. The museum offers programs where students can build items such as pinball machines or host birthday parties.
30.2 Miles
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5 votes
175 Quaker Farms Rd, Rt 188, Southbury, CT 06488
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A designated trout park, Southford Falls State Park offers year-round activities including hiking, cross-country skiing and field sports. Located along Eightmile Brook, the 169-acre park features several trails and a scenic waterfall.
30.5 Miles
Hamden's West Rock Ridge State Park is free to visit. Its visitor center includes composting toilets. The park features several exclusive hiking trails, and multiple trails for mountain bikers and guests on horseback.
30.5 Miles
Offering plenty of exercise options for both dogs and owners, Southbury Dog Park features 14 acres of both wooded and open play space. The park offers a separate section for smaller dogs and is open year-round.
30.7 Miles
The Pardee Rose Garden is a community owned public park that features sculpted rose gardens of various colors that bloom throughout the summer. The park features mutliple walking paths and park benches for visitors to enjoy the natural setting.
30.7 Miles
Opened in 2002, the Fitzpatrick Skating Rink is a local ice rink featuring a number of amenities for its guests to enjoy. Learn-to-skate programs, open skating, birthday party hosting, and a snack bar are among these amenities.
30.8 Miles
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10 votes
940 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT 06517
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Open to bike riders, joggers, and dogs on a leash, Farmington Canal Rail To Trail Assoc offers a scenic shortcut through the city of New Haven. The trail has several benches to sit on and a variety of plant life.
31.0 Miles
This 25-acre jewel located on the edge of New Haven, Edgerton Park, is a favorite destination for people who want to enjoy the gardens and grounds of this old estate. On the National Register of Historic Places, the park features many walking paths, fountains, and greenhouses.
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Located on Community Field Road, Wyatt Harper Dog Park offers a place for your dog to enjoy a leashless run. The park offers restrooms and also has a nearby creek for fresh water for your dog.
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Holyoke's Land of Providence is a 25 acre open area along the banks of the Connecticut River. The area is donated and maintained through a grant from the Sisters of Providence holy order.