Things to Do with Kids in Hamden, CT

  • TripBuzz found 312 things to do with kids in or near Hamden, Connecticut, including 297 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Haven, Stratford, Bridgeport and Bristol.
  • From Giant Valley Polo Farm to Johnson's Duckpin Lanes, the Hamden area offers 114 different types of family activities, including: National & State Parks, Bowling, History Museums and Walking Trails.
  • Full of New England Charm is the city of Hamden. Visitors and locals alike find the quaint town friendly and unique, while CNN Money named Hamden one of the nations 'Best Small Cities' in 2012. The colorful changing foliage makes the city a great place to visit any time of year, as do the various museums and parks open year round.
  • TripBuzz found 312 things to do with kids in or near Hamden, Connecticut, including 297 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Haven, Stratford, Bridgeport and Bristol.
  • From Giant Valley Polo Farm to Johnson's Duckpin Lanes, the Hamden area offers 114 different types of family activities, including: National & State Parks, Bowling, History Museums and Walking Trails.
  • Full of New England Charm is the city of Hamden. Visitors and locals alike find the quaint town friendly and unique, while CNN Money named Hamden one of the nations 'Best Small Cities' in 2012. The colorful changing foliage makes the city a great place to visit any time of year, as do the various museums and parks open year round.
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26.3 Miles
100% 12 votes
Libraries 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT 06426 MoreLess Info
Essex Library Association offers books in multimedia formats for its visitors. The library has a service where visitors can book a private session with a librarian to help them locate a book or provide technical advice.
26.3 Miles
50% 2 votes
Beaches 1401 Sasco Hill Road, Fairfield, CT 6824 MoreLess Info
Sasco Hill beach is a beautiful beach offering privacy and a quiet atmosphere as well as many amenities such as picnicking, kayaking, sailing and birdwatching. The beach also features BBQ grills, an adjacent golf course and views of the harbor.
26.4 Miles
89% 27 votes
Historic Homes 227 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT 6106 MoreLess Info
The former home of American educational pioneer Noah Webster, the Noah Webster House is a testament to early education in the fledgling nation. It is an essential attraction for history buffs and school groups.
26.4 Miles
80% 5 votes
Historic Homes 20 West Ave, Essex, CT MoreLess Info
Built in the 1700s, Pratt House is the former farm house of one of the early settlers of the city. The house contains authentic furniture and decor from the Pilgrim to the Colonial eras.
26.4 Miles
- 0 votes
Theaters 20 Jefferson Ave Ste 1, West Hartford, CT 6110 MoreLess Info
Dedicated to providing theater education, exposure, and opportunities for performance to kids of all ages, the Connecticut Family Theatre Inc offers an array of theater classes in a cooperative and confidence-building atmosphere. The theater stages a number of performances.
26.6 Miles
100% 4 votes
Observation Decks 182 Bayberry Ln, Westport, CT 6880 MoreLess Info
Situated at the highest point in Westport, the Rolnick Observatory is an observatory dome that sits on the top of an old NIKE radio tower. The site houses a Newtonian reflector.
26.7 Miles
70% 23 votes
Beaches Wethersfield, CT MoreLess Info
Located in Wethersfield, Connecticut, the Wethersfield Cove is a small, sheltered inlet that is a popular launch location for small watercraft. It is the town's most popular fishing spot and is home to the Wethersfield Cove Yacht Club.
26.7 Miles
47% 15 votes
Movie Theaters 61 Eagle Road, Danbury, CT 06810 MoreLess Info
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.
26.7 Miles
100% 3 votes
Hiking Trails Ingham Hill Road, Old Saybrook, CT 06475 MoreLess Info
Great Cedar Conservation Area is 320 acre swamp that features a variety of hiking trails that go for several miles. The area wraps around the Hay House property, which features a house made entirely of hay bales.
26.7 Miles
- 0 votes
Parks 23 Main Street, Essex, CT 6426 MoreLess Info
At Cortland Park, shoppers can find luxurious 100% cashmere sweaters under the same label's name. Classic crew sweaters, dresses and even draperies can be found here in addition to other clothing lines.
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