- Our list of the best things to do in Madison, Connecticut, features the top 311 nearby activities — including 141 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Madison, 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 10 things to do within the city of Madison, CT , followed by 301 popular activities in nearby cities, including New Haven, Hamden, Middletown, Wallingford, Greenport, Cutchogue, Waterford, Clinton, East Haddam, Old Saybrook, Branford, Niantic, Guilford, Old Lyme, West Haven, Cheshire, Essex, Meriden, Westbrook, Sag Harbor, Riverhead, New London, Colchester, Milford, East Lyme, East Haven and Ivoryton
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South Street Beach is a sandy crescent beach known for being relatively quiet and uncrowded. The beach features several rocky outcroppings that make good fishing spots. Visitors can also swim (unsupervised, there are no lifeguards) and go boating.
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Brooksvale Park offers a domestic animal barnyard, toddler playground and playing field, wildlife garden, and apple orchard. The on-site pond is used for ice skating in the winter. Hiking trails and a rentable pavilion are also available.
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Locals and residents love spending time at McCook Beach & Park in East Lyme, Connecticut. An inexpensive pass is required for entrance. The park contains two beaches, shady picnic areas and plenty of verdant open spaces.
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15 1st Street, Waterford, CT 06385
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As a family run operation, Sunbeam Fleet takes visitors on small group excursions on a party boat. Each trip targets a specific fish; either sea bass, porgy, bottom fish, or black fish.
21.2 Miles
Apple Tree Children's Centers is a child care center that also offers preschool programs that were created to support children emotionally, socially, and educationally. The center has a gradual enrollment process.
21.4 Miles
Hogan's Alley Paintball Llc features six different paintball courses and a paintball superstore on site. They host events and offer open play, gear rentals, and group reservations for 10 or more people.
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A multi-purpose recreation center, Bartlem Park offers an array of activities for the entire family. On hot days, the community can enjoy swimming in the park's public pool. Other amenities include playground equipment, sports fields and a community garden.
21.6 Miles
Located on 28 acres, the Hallockville Museum Farm contains over 19 historic houses and buildings to visit. Activities available include museum tours, classes, guided birds walks, folk art shows, and fairs.
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Martha Clara Vineyards
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6025 Sound Ave., Riverhead, NY
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With over 100-acres of grape vineyards, Martha Clara Vineyards is sure to have a wine for even the most discerning palate. While it features a large tasting area, the vineyard is also known for hosting musical events and private parties.
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Affiliated with Wesleyan University and located on the University campus, the Van Vleck Observatory features three domed onsite telescopes. The observatory is frequently used for research and educational purposes, and has a portable planetarium.