- Our list of the best things to do in New Hartford, Connecticut, features the top 333 nearby activities — including 117 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- New Hartford, CT has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 8 things to do within the city of New Hartford, CT , followed by 325 popular activities in nearby cities, including Hartford, West Hartford, Simsbury, Bristol, Waterbury, South Windsor, Newington, Manchester, Wethersfield, Bloomfield, Windsor, New Britain, Torrington, Farmington, Southington, Litchfield, West Springfield, Goshen, Westfield, Avon, Agawam, Glastonbury, Enfield, Springfield, East Hartford, Cheshire, Woodbury, Meriden, Washington Depot, Sharon, Middletown, Norfolk, Mashantucket, Plantsville, Winsted and Kent
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16.5 Miles
Featuring a small pond, Wolcott Park can be used for fishing, baseball, tennis, soccer, walking, sledding and picnics. The park provides a castle-themed play structure, a splash pad, wooded and open areas, picnic tables, restroom facilities and paved trails.
16.7 Miles
The popular Lake Compounce Amusement Park is located in Bristol, Connecticut. It features roller coasters, thrill rides, a large wave pool, a tram, kiddie rides and many other divertisements for guests of all ages.
16.7 Miles
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.
16.8 Miles
86%
36 votes
Ella Grasso Blvd., Newington, CT 6111
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Newington, Connecticut is home to the Iwo Jima Survivors Memorial Park, dedicated to American service personnel who fought and died while capturing the island during World War Two. It features a replica of the iconic flag-raising statue.
16.8 Miles
100%
3 votes
1615 Stanley St., New Britain, CT
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Located on the campus of Central Connecticut State University, the Copernican Observatory & Planetarium provides lectures, observing sessions and other, astronomical-related activities at no cost. In addition, there is a regularly scheduled, free show held on Saturdays.
17.0 Miles
Featuring a 100-acre campus replete with historical buildings, Trinity College, is a liberal arts college located in Hartford. Campus life is highlighted by the weekly 49-bell Carillon and organ concerts and events held in the soaring campus Chapel.
17.0 Miles
Cirone Studios is an art gallery and custom framing studio residing in a turn of the century Victorian building. The studio offers a wide selection of western movie posters with limited or open edition prints.
17.1 Miles
A National Historic Landmark, the Connecticut State Capitol, offers visitors an opportunity to experience history and politics up close and personal. Visitors can take self-guided tours including the Hall of Flags, and historical displays of famous residents.
17.1 Miles
95%
20 votes
231 Capitol Ave, Hartford, CT
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Connecticut State Library and State Archives are a history buff's dream destination. Featuring extensive documentation and archival material from the Revolutionary War and early life in New England, visit and you may lose yourself in time.
17.1 Miles
Newington Arena features two indoor ice rinks and hosts hockey leagues, figure skating competitions and offers public skating. The arena also offers skating classes and is available for special events and birthday parties.