- Our list of the best things to do in Bristol, Connecticut, features the top 393 nearby activities — including 150 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Bristol, 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 17 things to do within the city of Bristol, CT , followed by 376 popular activities in nearby cities, including Hartford, West Hartford, Hamden, Middletown, Wallingford, Simsbury, Waterbury, South Windsor, Manchester, Newington, New Haven, New Britain, Bloomfield, Wethersfield, Windsor, Torrington, Farmington, Cheshire, Southington, Woodbury, Southbury, Litchfield, Goshen, Avon, New Hartford, Glastonbury, Meriden, New Milford, East Hartford, Naugatuck, Washington Depot, Washington, Mashantucket, Plantsville, Guilford and Winsted
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14.4 Miles
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49 votes
1 Elizabeth Street, Hartford, CT 06105
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Founded in 1825, the Connecticut Historical Society, is dedicated to preserving the state history from the early 1500's through today. Exhibits include hands-on activities for children, a working WWII assembly line, and thousands of artifacts and memorabilia.
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351 Farmington Ave., Hartford, CT 06105
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Hartford's Mark Twain House is the birthplace of famed American author Mark Twain, otherwise known as Samuel Clemens. The restored house is now a museum furnished with many of the Clemens family's original belongings.
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Walker Road Vineyards is a family-owned vineyard and winery focused on making quality wine from St Croix grapes. Attractions include a guided tour by the owners of the vineyard, wine tasting, and a wine shop.
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The Pinchot Sycamore Tree Park leisure park that is home to the Pinchot Sycamore, which is best known for being the largest tree in Connecticut. The park has trees that are estimated to be 200-300 years old.
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The Litchfield County Paddler is a stand up paddle board school that offers lessons on the waters of Connecticut's Northwest Corner. The company has private lessons, semi-private classes, and advanced programs.
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335 Bloomfield Avenue, West Hartford, CT 06117
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The Mandell JCC of Greater Hartford is a facility that features a fitness center, recreational facilities, and educational classes. The facility also has an art gallery, a community room, a theater, and an aquatics center.
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Litchfield, CT 6759
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Aer Blarney Balloons is a hot air balloon flight company that offers hour-long flights that can take place near dawn or dusk. The company is available to throw birthday parties, weddings, and anniversaries.
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Established in 1978, From Here To Antiquity is an art gallery that features a large variety of different antique works and home furnishings. Paintings, antique furniture, pottery, and sculptures are among the numerous items available for sale in the gallery.
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29 votes
25 East Weatogue Street, Simsbury, CT 06070
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Opened seasonally, Rosedale Farms & Vineyards offers fresh vegetables, fruits, and wines for shoppers to purchase. The location offers wine tastings, farm fests, chef-to-farm dinners, and access to a corn maze.
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The Mill Woods Park provides the opportunity to traverse a natural trail or play a game on a lighted diamond. You may also host a family event at this site by reserving the 1774 Solomon Welles House.