- Our list of the best things to do in Newington, Connecticut, features the top 366 nearby activities — including 133 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Newington, 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 13 things to do within the city of Newington, CT , followed by 353 popular activities in nearby cities, including Hartford, West Hartford, Middletown, Wallingford, Simsbury, Bristol, Waterbury, South Windsor, Manchester, East Haddam, New Britain, Bloomfield, Wethersfield, Windsor, Torrington, Farmington, Hamden, Southington, Cheshire, Avon, New Hartford, Glastonbury, Enfield, Litchfield, Meriden, East Hartford, Colchester, Agawam, Storrs, Naugatuck, Mansfield, Mashantucket, Plantsville, Guilford and Winsted
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Formerly a schoolhouse in the 19th century, this restored building now hosts artifacts that offer visitors a picture of 1830's life. The Living Museum's items include maps, farm and household items, clothes, and photographs.
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The primary features of Filley Park revolve around a brook, a pond, and an island that is set against a naturally wooded hillside. Newer aspects of the park include an arboretum, a rain garden, and natural playgrounds.
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With several historical buildings to visit, Avon Historical Society Museum offers schoolhouses, farm houses, and history rooms for visitors to explore. The museum also hosts Civil War recreation events, such as a medical program and volunteer infantry.
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The classic styled Holiday Lanes bowling alley offers duckpin style bowling to patrons. This alley also has an onsite bar where visitors can grab a beer or drink while they bowl.
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Situated on 9.4 acres, Sperry Park is a sports complex located between Farmington River and Nod Brook. The park provides three baseball and softball fields, a multipurpose athletic field, picnic tables, a concession stand and bleacher seating.
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Farmington Valley Arts Center
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Offering individual studios to local artists, Farmington Valley Arts Center is a non-profit organization with a gallery containing sculpture and paintings. The center also provides art education to kids with a yearly summer camp.
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Opened in 1981, Hidden Valley is a mini-golf and entertainment complex offering a number of attractions for its guests to enjoy. In addition to an 18-hole mini-golf course, batting cages, birthday party hosting, and a patio grill are also available.
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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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Middletown, Connecticut is home to the Kidcity Children's Museum. Intended for children up to age eight, Kidcity offers many fascinating and enjoyable ways for kids and parents to learn together. Groups are welcome; large groups should make a reservation before arriving.
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Giuffrida Park provides hiking opportunities for those who wish to travel to the top of Chauncey Peak. Providing plenty of photo opportunities to its visitors, the location offers views of Avon Mountain.