- Our list of the best things to do in Old Lyme, Connecticut, features the top 324 nearby activities — including 146 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Old Lyme, 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 Old Lyme, CT , followed by 313 popular activities in nearby cities, including Groton, New London, Mystic, Greenport, Sag Harbor, Cutchogue, Middletown, Waterford, Norwich, Clinton, East Haddam, Old Saybrook, Niantic, Guilford, Mashantucket, Stonington, Madison, Essex, East Hampton, Branford, Westbrook, Uncasville, Westerly, Colchester, Wallingford, Watch Hill, East Lyme, Ivoryton and Bridgehampton
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Opening its doors in 1975, the XL Center is a 16,000-seat, downtown sports and entertainment complex. Available for rent, the venue is home to the University of Connecticut's basketball teams, the AHL Hartford hockey team, and music and entertainment events.
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The district of West Hartford, Connecticut called 'The Center & The Square' is a unique and eclectic area filled with boutiques, restaurants, art galleries, antique shops, booksellers and other fascinating finds. It is best explored in clement weather, but remains open throughout the year.
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Dwyer Park is a community owned and managed park that is noted primarily for featuring multiple soccer fields. The park has 4 full-size fields and a few smaller practice fields that do not require prior reservation to use.
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As a popular geocache destination, Richard Trails is a half mile trail that weaves through the surrounding forest. The trail is currently in the process of being expanded as more branches are being cut to make room.
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The Charlestown Gallery showcases exceptional regional painting, sculpture, and photography in their 3,000 sq ft. gallery. Ongoing exhibits, frequent shows, and receptions help to introduce the artist's works and welcome new visitors to the gallery.
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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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501 Evergreen Way, Suite 503, South Windsor, CT 6074
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Walk and enjoy the shops, dining, and sights about The Promenade Shops at Evergreen Walk. With parking available nearby, there are seasonal events open to the public, such as cooking classes, for kids and adults.
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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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At AMF Milford Lanes, guests can enjoy both its traditional bowling and special midnight bowling experiences. The location also hosts birthday parties and bowling leagues for those who wish to play on a regular basis.
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The Foster Family Farm offers fieldtrips and private birthday events throughout most of the year. It is only open to the general public during the fall when it features two full-sized corn mazes, a family play yard, pumpkin patch, and a farm animal petting zoo.