- Our list of the best things to do in Middletown, Connecticut, features the top 462 nearby activities — including 198 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Middletown, 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 18 things to do within the city of Middletown, CT , followed by 444 popular activities in nearby cities, including New Haven, Hartford, West Hartford, Hamden, Wallingford, Bristol, Waterbury, Manchester, South Windsor, Simsbury, Clinton, East Haddam, Branford, Newington, Guilford, Windsor, Bloomfield, Old Saybrook, New Britain, Wethersfield, Farmington, Old Lyme, Southington, Madison, Cheshire, Essex, Avon, Westbrook, Meriden, Glastonbury, East Hartford, Colchester, Willimantic, West Haven, Naugatuck, New Hartford, Mashantucket, Ivoryton, Mansfield, Plantsville and East Haven
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The former home of American educational pioneer Noah Webster, the Noah Webster House is a testament to early education in the fledgling nation. It is an essential attraction for history buffs and school groups.
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Located within a historic 1876 building, the Charter Oak Cultural Center is a facility that offers a number of educational services for members of the local community. Performing arts shows, literacy-based classes, and after school programs are among these services.
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Opened in 1964, Kennedy Memorial Park is named for former President John F. Kennedy. The park features facilities for basketball, softball, tennis and baseball as well as a playground, splash pad, picnic tables and a pool with a slide.
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Almost two miles of paved walkways that are lit at night make the entire space of Great River Park openly accessible. There is an on-site boat launch, a small white sand beach, and a 350-seat amphitheater.
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The Cheshire Historical Society is an organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of the area to the local community. The organization owns and operates an antique shop that contains products from years pre-1985.
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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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With horseback riding lessons offered on site, Ray of Light Farm presents an opportunity for visitors to interact with rescued farm animals. The farm also offers wagon rides around the barn during school field trips.
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166 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106
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Located in Hartford, Connecticut, the Bushnell Center for Performing Arts is the city's cultural epicenter. In addition to its concerts, recitals and dance performances, the Center is also available for weddings and other chartered rentals.
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100 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT 06103
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Hartford is home to the Connecticut Convention Center, a sprawling meeting and performance space attached to a large hotel. It sits on the banks of the Connecticut River and easily accommodates thousands of people.
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A National Historic Landmark, the Connecticut State Capitol, offers visitors an opportunity to experience history and politics up close and personal. Visitors can take self-guided tours including the Hall of Flags, and historical displays of famous residents.