- Our list of the best things to do in Waterbury, Connecticut, features the top 433 nearby activities — including 173 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Waterbury, 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 16 things to do within the city of Waterbury, CT , followed by 417 popular activities in nearby cities, including New Haven, Hartford, West Hartford, Hamden, Wallingford, Middletown, Bristol, Danbury, Milford, Newington, Kent, New Britain, Wethersfield, Branford, Farmington, Torrington, Southington, Trumbull, West Haven, Cheshire, New Milford, Litchfield, Southbury, Woodbury, New Hartford, Shelton, Goshen, Avon, Meriden, Bloomfield, Simsbury, Stratford, East Hartford, Naugatuck, Washington Depot, Glastonbury, Mashantucket, Washington, East Haven, Plantsville and Guilford
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Cultural history comes alive through exhibitions and programs; after-hours event features food, a bar, live music, and artistic activities
9.0 Miles
60%
5 votes
175 Quaker Farms Rd, Rt 188, Southbury, CT 06488
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A designated trout park, Southford Falls State Park offers year-round activities including hiking, cross-country skiing and field sports. Located along Eightmile Brook, the 169-acre park features several trails and a scenic waterfall.
9.0 Miles
Visitors can take their dogs to an off leash, fenced dog park at B.A.R.K. Park. The park provides dogs with an area to roam free and socialize with other dogs.
9.2 Miles
A multi-purpose recreation center, Bartlem Park offers an array of activities for the entire family. On hot days, the community can enjoy swimming in the park's public pool. Other amenities include playground equipment, sports fields and a community garden.
9.4 Miles
Rockwell Park is a recreational park that features a basketball court, a playground, a skate park, a volleyball court, a splash pad, and picnic areas. The park also offers hiking trails that can be used for running or walking.
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The Southington Community YMCA is dedicated to the health and well-being of the entire family. The facility offers 15,000 square feet of fitness space, an indoor heated pool and health and sports programs for youth and adults.
9.4 Miles
A dance school, the Nutmeg Performing Arts Centre offers classes in multiple styles of dance for students ranging from preschoolers to seniors. The school also fields a competitive dance team.
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The Imagine Nation Children's Museum features a variety of interpretive exhibitions and role-playing activities for young guests to enjoy, including the chance to play as an anchor on ESPN's SportsCenter. The museum also hosts events during the year.
9.5 Miles
85 North Main Street, Southington, CT 6489
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Professional tours of how 20th century millionaires lived are at the Barnes Museum. Come for a view of the historic home, collections, garden, or community events that are hosted.
9.5 Miles
60%
10 votes
Lake Compounce Amusement Park, 217 Enterprise Drive, Bristol, CT 06010
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The Haunted Graveyard is a haunted attraction that is a part of Lake Compounce Amusement Park. Visitors can experience a variety of scares and thrills including spiders, witches, catacombs, a cemetery, and the zombie forest.
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Imagine Nation is a museum and learning center geared especially to kids between the ages of 2 and 8. It features a variety of hands-on exhibits and educational play stations.