- Our list of the best things to do in Shelton, Connecticut, features the top 349 nearby activities — including 137 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Shelton, 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 8 things to do within the city of Shelton, CT , followed by 341 popular activities in nearby cities, including New Haven, Norwalk, Stratford, Ridgefield, Fairfield, Hamden, Danbury, Bridgeport, Wallingford, Milford, Waterbury, Westport, Branford, Guilford, Trumbull, West Haven, Cheshire, Southbury, Woodbury, Southington, New Milford, Meriden, Naugatuck, Bristol, Mashantucket, East Haven, Washington, Plantsville and Port Jefferson
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17.7 Miles
90%
30 votes
53 E. Industrial Dr, Branford, CT 6405
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Founded in 2010, the Thimble Islands Brewing Company has become a local favorite for quality beers. The brewery offers a wide selection of standard brews, as well as a select few specialty and seasonal labels available only through the brewery.
17.8 Miles
An outdoor haunted attraction, the Trail of Terror features costumed actors and special-effects laden set-pieces that mix a darkly humorous sensibility with ample scares. The trail features a variety of terrains and scenarios.
17.9 Miles
100%
1 votes
1151 E Center Street, Wallingford, CT 6492
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Honoring those who served in war, the Wallingford Vietnam Veterans Monument stands about 11 feet tall. Located in a park like setting, it borders a soccer field where many youth clubs play and compete.
17.9 Miles
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and built in 1672, the Nehemiah Royce House is an example of American colonial saltbox architecture. George Washington visited the house twice and slept there in 1775.
18.0 Miles
The history of the area, including the Thimble Islands is offered by the Stony Creek Museum. The museum presents various events throughout the year and includes the area history in the form of pictures, objects, manuscripts, artifacts and memorabilia.
18.0 Miles
79%
130 votes
Sherwood Island Connector, Westport, CT 06880
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Westport's Sherwood Island State Park is open throughout the year. This 235-acre park has a gorgeous beach, lush grasslands and an art gallery. Park admission is free, but parking fees are in effect between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
18.0 Miles
920 Wolcott Road, Waterbury, CT 6705
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A discount cinema with large theaters and digital video and sound, Apple Cinemas screens hollywood blockbusters as well as foreign and art films. It offers a variety of matinees and ticket and refreshment specials.
18.1 Miles
A 16-screen movie theater, AMC Loews Danbury 16 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers stadium seating, theater rentals for private events, an IMAX auditorium and a concession area.
18.1 Miles
88%
8 votes
24 Three Elms Road, Branford, CT 06405
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A charter boat trip company, Thimble Island Cruises Capt Bob Milne offers cruises among the Thimble Islands aboard his ship, the Volsunga IV. The company can accommodate groups of various sizes.
18.1 Miles
Family owned and operated, Highland Bowl, LLC is suitable for all ages. Along with open bowling, the facility hosts leagues and offers special activities such as glow-in-the- dark and bumper bowling.