- Our list of the best things to do in New Britain, Connecticut, features the top 385 nearby activities — including 146 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- New Britain, 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 12 things to do within the city of New Britain, CT , followed by 373 popular activities in nearby cities, including Hartford, West Hartford, Hamden, Wallingford, Middletown, Bristol, Simsbury, Waterbury, Manchester, South Windsor, Newington, East Haddam, Bloomfield, Wethersfield, Windsor, Torrington, Farmington, Cheshire, Southington, Litchfield, Woodbury, New Hartford, Avon, New Haven, Meriden, Glastonbury, East Hartford, Colchester, Enfield, Naugatuck, Goshen, Mashantucket, Plantsville, Branford, Southbury, Winsted and Guilford
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27.1 Miles
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248 Old Whitfield Street, Guilford, CT 06437
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The Henry Whitfield State Museum, with its stone walls and stately size, is a beautiful landmark with picturesque grounds. The museum is Connecticut's oldest house and is available to tour.
27.1 Miles
73%
11 votes
6 Bourn Place, U-5212, Storrs, CT 06269
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The Ballard Institute and Museum of Photography features temporary exhibitions and a permanent library and archive. The institute also offers workshops for those who wish to learn about puppetry and toy theatre.
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248 Old Whitfield Street, Guilford, CT 6437
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Whitfield State Historical Museum tells the history and story of the English settlement of Connecticut. Patrons may take self-guided tours through three floors of 17th-19th century furnishings and artifacts and can also view changing exhibits in two galleries.
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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.
27.2 Miles
Situated on 44.6 acres, Foote Family Memorial Park provides a river view as well as facilities for baseball, soccer and tennis. The park also has walking paths, playgrounds, a pavilion, restroom facilities and open grass areas surrounded by trees.
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New and experienced home brewers and winemakers will find a treasure trove of equipment, supplies, and knowledgeable staff at Stomp N Crush. The store also hosts winemaking classes and meetings of the Maniacal Association of Shoreline Homebrewers.
27.3 Miles
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5 votes
1399 Suffield Street, Agawam, MA 01001
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Open from April through October, the Sand Trap Mini Golf at Twin Silos features family fun through an 18-hole putt putt golf course. Visitors can also enjoy a full video game arcade and a snack bar with pizza and ice cream.
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Home to a Revolutionary War fort, Fort Hale Park was named for Nathan Hale, a Continental Army soldier designated as Connecticut's state hero. The park offers a sandy beach, a fishing pier, picnic areas and walking paths.
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The Adventure Park at Storrs is an aerial adventure course. High above the ground, bridges of cable, wood, rope, and zip lines connect small platforms built around the trees. Adventure seekers climb along these aerial trails of varying difficulty.
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The Mansfield Drive-In Theatre plays first-run movies on three different screens during the summer season. The location is also the home of Mansfield Market, the largest flea market in Eastern Connecticut.