- TripBuzz found 267 things to do with kids in or near West Haven, Connecticut, including 258 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Haven, Fairfield, Stratford and Bridgeport.
- From Woodlawn Duckpin Bowling to Savin Rock Beach, the West Haven area offers 114 different types of family activities, including: Beaches, Hiking Trails, Bowling and Specialty Museums.
- Bordered by the New England Harbor to the east, West Haven, CT has a long expanse of clean shoreline that residents and visitors can use for outdoor recreation. Some activities include watching rare birds travel along the shore line on their migration route, boating, fishing, picnicking, camping, and much more.
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1201 Boston Post Rd, Ste 1, Milford, CT 06460
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Featuring 14 auditoriums, Connecticut Post 14 + IMAX displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater provides a concession area, a bar and grill, stadium seating, arcade game machines and a private party room.
5.5 Miles
Eisenhower Park contains a two-level playground with swings, spinning ride-on structures, and monkey bars. The location also contains walking areas and tennis courts for adults who wish to get some exercise.
5.7 Miles
Located on the grounds of Milford's Howard Johnson Hotel is Hojo Mini Golf. The put-put course offers entertainment to those looking to get outside for some fun or those traveling through with younger guests.
5.8 Miles
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.
5.9 Miles
A children's play center, Monkey Joe's features inflatable play structures, a toddler play area and an arcade with redemption games. The center also offers a party room for private events and a concession area with food and drinks.
5.9 Miles
The Eli Whitney Museum is more of a children's scientific workshop for building things than a conventional museum. The museum offers programs where students can build items such as pinball machines or host birthday parties.
6.2 Miles
All dogs enjoy Hamden Dog Park, a roomy environment for pets and owners to play and socialize. This park is well kept, completely fenced in, with a separate area and entrance for smaller dogs.
6.4 Miles
Accessible with a permit, Lake Saltonstall has interlacing trails through nature for visitors to hike through. The main trail does a loop around the lake, providing views of the lake and boats fishing on it.
6.5 Miles
Located along Branford Harbor, Parker Memorial Park features beach and water access that can be used for swimming and kayaking. The park has a children's playground, picnic areas, a pier, walking paths and restroom facilities.
6.8 Miles
An equestrian facility, Spring Meadow Farm offers boarding for horses as well as riding lessons for all ages and experience levels. The facility also trains horses and offers therapeutic riding sessions.