- Our list of the best things to do in Hartford, Connecticut, features the top 385 nearby activities — including 135 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
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15.5 Miles
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on Rt. 44 or 2.4 miles west of jct. Rt. 44/179, New Hartford, CT
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Located in New Hartford, Connecticut, the Satan's Kingdom State Recreation Area is a free park that is immensely popular with kayakers and tubing enthusiasts. It is busiest during the summer tubing season.
15.5 Miles
Visitors can learn about the history of the Enfield community at the Enfield Historical Society Inc. The society operates the Old Town Hall Museum, the Wallop School Museum, and the Martha A. Parsons House Museum.
15.6 Miles
Situated on the Farmington River, Main Stream Canoes & Kayaks offers canoe and kayak rentals, as well as guided river trips. The company welcomes groups of all sizes, and provides ground transportation, as well.
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721 Wadsworth Street, Middletown, CT 06457
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Offering views of two waterfalls, Wadsworth Falls State Park can be used for fishing and has a pond that can be used for swimming. The park features trails for hiking and biking as well as picnic and restroom facilities.
15.9 Miles
Skater City is an indoor amusement facility that features a variety of entertainments. Attractions include roller skating, toxic laser tag, miniature golf, and an extensive video game arcade. The facility hosts birthday parties and special events.
15.9 Miles
With 19 acres of land, Dart Island State Park offers many walking opportunities and views of the Connecticut River to visitors. Activities available to visitors to at the site include fishing, boating, and bird watching.
15.9 Miles
Visitors can take their dogs to an off leash, fenced dog park at B.A.R.K. Park. The park provides dogs with an area to roam free and socialize with other dogs.
16.3 Miles
A popular ski and snowboard area, Mount Southington Ski Area has varied trails, lessons, and racing teams for different levels of experience. Programs for after school and night skiing are available to all, including package deals and space for hosting events.
16.6 Miles
Founded in 1907, Gallery 53 is a visual arts facility that is dedicated to cultural enrichment through programs, exhibits, lectures, and workshops. The gallery has a gift shop that has items made by local artists.
16.7 Miles
Meriden's Hubbard Park, sometimes called Hubbard State Park, is a municipal area with free amenities for visitors. The park spans 1800 acres. Its central feature is a stone tower that rises more than 30 feet into the air and affords gorgeous views of the surrounding landscape.