- Our list of the best things to do in Farmington, Connecticut, features the top 359 nearby activities — including 128 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Farmington, CT has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Entertainment & Shows, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 11 things to do within the city of Farmington, CT , followed by 348 popular activities in nearby cities, including Hartford, West Hartford, Middletown, Wallingford, Bristol, Simsbury, Waterbury, South Windsor, Manchester, Newington, New Britain, Bloomfield, Wethersfield, Windsor, Torrington, Southington, Cheshire, Litchfield, Hamden, Avon, New Hartford, Glastonbury, Goshen, Enfield, Meriden, East Hartford, Agawam, Woodbury, Colchester, East Haddam, Naugatuck, Mashantucket, Plantsville, Guilford and Winsted
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Hosting a variety of winter sports, Amelia Park Ice Arena provides a large ice skating rink for visitors to skate on. The outside of the arena has a garden that blooms in summertime.
26.2 Miles
79%
14 votes
29 South Broad Street, Westfield, MA 1085
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Amelia Park Children's Museum is a children's museum dedicated to educating children through hands on exhibits. Attractions include a doctor's office exhibit, a space playground, a bank exhibit, a crafts room, and frequent special events and children's programs.
26.2 Miles
Guests can enjoy guided kayaking tours of the Salmon and Connecticut Rivers with Quiet Kayak Guided River Tours. The tours last for three hours and include kayaks, paddles, instruction, binoculars, and life jackets.
26.3 Miles
73%
11 votes
6 Bourn Place, U-5212, Storrs, CT 06269
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The Ballard Institute and Museum of Photography features temporary exhibitions and a permanent library and archive. The institute also offers workshops for those who wish to learn about puppetry and toy theatre.
26.3 Miles
93%
28 votes
1305 Memorial Ave, West Springfield, MA 1089
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Gain historical perspective on New England life in the bygone days at Storrowton Village Museum. Living history programs and events are offered at this recreated village of 18th and 19th century buildings. Guided tours are offered year round by appointment.
26.3 Miles
The Big E is the sixth largest fair in the nation and is inclusive of the six New England states. Fair foods are available, livestock is on display and vendors have a variety of goods for purchase. Opens the second Friday after Labor Day and runs for seventeen days.
26.4 Miles
The Adventure Park at Storrs is an aerial adventure course. High above the ground, bridges of cable, wood, rope, and zip lines connect small platforms built around the trees. Adventure seekers climb along these aerial trails of varying difficulty.
26.4 Miles
86%
7 votes
302 Sumner Avenue, Springfield, MA 01138
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The Zoo in Forest Park and Education Center, situated on 735 acres of woodland, houses a large variety of animals from all parts of the world. Their main focus is on wildlife education that combines science, nature and exotic creatures.
26.5 Miles
Featuring Connecticut's historical covered bridges, Salmon River State Forest consists of a large river and its surrounding forest. Visitors are allowed to hunt and fish in the park. There is also a designated picnic area that has grills.
26.6 Miles
The purpose of the Westfield Theatre Group is to provide quality live theater to the surrounding community and to encourage members of the community to participate in theater productions. The theater is available to rent for private gatherings.