- Our list of the best things to do in East Hartford, Connecticut, features the top 354 nearby activities — including 125 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- East Hartford, 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 6 things to do within the city of East Hartford, CT , followed by 348 popular activities in nearby cities, including Hartford, West Hartford, Springfield, Wallingford, Middletown, Simsbury, Bristol, Manchester, South Windsor, Newington, East Haddam, Bloomfield, Windsor, New Britain, Wethersfield, Farmington, Southington, Avon, New Hartford, Glastonbury, Enfield, Cheshire, Agawam, Meriden, West Springfield, Waterbury, Storrs, Colchester, Willimantic, Guilford, Mansfield and Plantsville
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Located within a structure built in 1713, the Hyland House is a historic site open throughout the summer months. Visitors commonly enjoy taking guided tours of the house, learning about local history and seeing all of the artifacts and exhibits.
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Bibliophiles must not miss an apportunity to visit RJ Julia Booksellers in Madison, Connecticut. It is a large, independent store that sells new releases and local publications. It also sponsors book clubs and frequently hosts author lectures and book signings.
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Opened in 1901, the Scranton Library is a public library open to anyone wishing to check out books or use the library's many other services. These include computer access, community meetings, and book clubs, among many others.
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Providing a Dolby 7.1 Digital Surround Sound, digital projection movie-going experience, the Madison Art Cinemas offers film lovers the chance to enjoy first-run art and foreign films. The site is also used to host community events.
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Open to bike riders, joggers, and dogs on a leash, Farmington Canal Rail To Trail Assoc offers a scenic shortcut through the city of New Haven. The trail has several benches to sit on and a variety of plant life.
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The 2,000 grape vines at Taylor Brooke Winery yield all of the grapes used in its wines. Set in the bucolic hills of northern Connecticut, Taylor Brooke welcomes visitors. The winery's mascot, Zima the Wonder Dog, also loves entertaining guests.
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Running through over 35 communities throughout Connecticut and Massachusetts is the New England National Scenic Trail Gateway. The trail runs over 215-miles and is popular for walking, hiking and cycling.
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Hamden's West Rock Ridge State Park is free to visit. Its visitor center includes composting toilets. The park features several exclusive hiking trails, and multiple trails for mountain bikers and guests on horseback.
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A children's play center, Bounce! Fun Center features a number of inflatable play houses, structures and slides as well as an arcade with video and redemption games. The center offers food and drinks, inflatable house rentals and party hosting.
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Open from April to November, Mohawk State Forest offers visitors panoramic views of the 1,683-ft Mohawk Mountain. Visitors can walk on trails through the forest and have a picnic at one of their tables.