- TripBuzz found 300 things to do with kids in or near Wethersfield, Connecticut, including 288 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hartford, West Hartford, Bristol and South Windsor.
- From Wethersfield Cove to Mikey's Place, the Wethersfield area offers 112 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, Playgrounds, Specialty Museums and Beaches.
- Located on the Connecticut River, Wethersfield is believed to be the oldest town in Connecticut. Consequently, it has an historic downtown area with several homes built before the Civil War era, and a few even before the American Revolutionary War. The city is also equipped with numerous nature trails and public parks. Wethersfield is just minutes from Hartford.
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231 Capitol Ave, Hartford, CT
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Connecticut State Library and State Archives are a history buff's dream destination. Featuring extensive documentation and archival material from the Revolutionary War and early life in New England, visit and you may lose yourself in time.
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The Mortensen Riverfront Plaza is an outdoor riverside park and entertainment venue that hosts a variety of performances, including plays, concerts, and other shows. The plaza also offers scenic walking and jogging areas.
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At the time of its completion in 1919, the 24-story Traveler's Tower, was the seventh tallest building in the world. Visitors to the tower are treated to an amazing 360 degree, panoramic view of Hartford and the surrounding areas.
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Laser Quest - Newington
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3005 Berlin Tpke, Newington, CT 06111
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A Laser Tag entertainment center with a variety of obstacles and structures in the arena, Laser Quest - Newington specializes in birthday and other parties. The arena offers memberships and group deals.
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Connecticut's Old State House, a registered National Landmark, is much more than a typical museum. Featuring 22,000 square feet of historic rooms, interactive displays, guided or self-guided tours and more; discover democracy and citizenship in action.
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Connecticut's Bushnell Park is the oldest public park in the United States. It is a popular spot to sit and relax and has a separate children's play area. Dogs and cyclists are also welcome.
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A Hartford insitution, TheaterWorks is a professional theater company known for its off-Broadway musicals and straight plays. The company was founded in 1985 and presents roughly 225 shows annually. Its headquarters on Pearl Street is also a center of community theater, costume rental and theater arts.
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Visitors to Addison Park can choose from a number of available recreational activities, including outdoor basketball courts, softball fields, soccer and lacrosse fields. Also offered are picnic areas and an outdoor swimming pool.
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Beachland Park is an outdoor community park that features basketball courts, a pond fountain, a swimming pool, and picnic tables. The park can be used for sledding, walking, running, and swimming.
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The venerable Hartford Stage Company maintains a packed schedule of theatrical presentations for adults and families, including seasonal favorites such as 'A Christmas Carol.' The Company offers individual tickets, packages and discounted rates for groups.