- Our list of the best things to do in Bridgeport, Connecticut, features the top 316 nearby activities — including 126 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Bridgeport, CT has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Entertainment & Shows, and Sights & Landmarks.
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Yale University's Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library is located in New Haven, Connecticut. It contains ancient and archival books, maps, letters and other historically important material and is one of the world's most important research libraries.
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Established in 1797, Grove Street Cemetery, was the first chartered cemetery in the nation and was the first designed for family plots. The cemetery serves as the final resting place for many historically significant figures and has been designated a National Historic Landmark.
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With a varied collection including an array of books and audiovisual resources, New Haven Free Public Library supports education in and around the community. Special programs for youth, seniors and the general public are also sponsored here.
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Close to downtown, Union Street Dog Park offers lots of open space for pets to run and play. Featuring a section for smaller dogs, it is safe for all breeds. Other park amenities include benches and a doggie drinking fountain.
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The Connecticut Children’s Museum is an educational museum that offers hands-on science and nature lessons for families, school groups, and community organizations. The museum features a dome planetarium.
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Home to a Revolutionary War fort, Fort Hale Park was named for Nathan Hale, a Continental Army soldier designated as Connecticut's state hero. The park offers a sandy beach, a fishing pier, picnic areas and walking paths.
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When visiting New Haven, lover's of Italian food and traditions must visit Little Italy. Take a stroll through this tree-lined neighborhood and choose from any of the shops and restaurants that feature the finest in Italian cuisine.
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Located within an historic district, Wooster Square Park provides visitors with a natural green expanse in a quaint downtown setting. The park offers numerous trails and picnic areas, and is noted for the blooming of its cherry trees each Spring.
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Located near the beach, McAllister Park is a public county park that offers scenic views to its visitors. Those who come to the park enjoy spending time on the beach, having a picnic, or bringing their boats.
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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.