- Our list of the best things to do in Hartford, Connecticut, features the top 385 nearby activities — including 135 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Hartford, 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 31 things to do within the city of Hartford, CT , followed by 354 popular activities in nearby cities, including West Hartford, Springfield, Middletown, Wallingford, Bristol, Simsbury, Waterbury, South Windsor, Manchester, Newington, New Britain, Bloomfield, Wethersfield, Windsor, Torrington, Farmington, Cheshire, Southington, East Haddam, New Hartford, Avon, Agawam, Glastonbury, Enfield, Meriden, West Springfield, East Hartford, Westfield, Colchester, Storrs, Willimantic, Hamden, Litchfield, Mashantucket, Mansfield, Plantsville, Guilford and Winsted
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28.6 Miles
The charming Miranda Vineyard in Goshen, Connecticut welcomes visitors throughout the year. The facility is also available for event rentals on a per-hour basis. Spring and summer are the best times to visit and explore the grounds.
28.6 Miles
The whimsically-named Sleeping Giant State Park in Hamden, Connecticut takes its name from its characteristic hill formations. The park is free to visit, but guests who wish to use the parking lot must pay a small fee throughout most of the year.
28.7 Miles
Featuring 40 lanes, AMF Chicopee Lanes provides both bowling and food options. The center has a separate lounge with three flat-screen televisions showing sports and a game room with air hockey and driving games.
29.2 Miles
Woodbury, Connecticut is home to the Flanders Nature Center. The Center features a huge selection of colorful flowers, lush native vegetation and local wildlife. It offers programs for kids, teens and adults and is a popular destination for school groups and scouting troops.
29.3 Miles
The Waterfront Tavern is a restaurant that is most widely known for hosting an outdoor summer concert series. The restaurant is open until 2AM every night and serves chicken tenders, onion rings, and nachos.
29.4 Miles
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.
29.6 Miles
Wine Merchants is a local store specializing in the sale of a variety of wines and other alcoholic beverages. In addition to wine bottles, other beverages offered include beers, liquors, and champagnes, among others.
29.6 Miles
Amf Bowling Centers is a bowling alley that offers competitive bowling leagues, public bowling sessions, and food and beverages. The alley is also available or adult parties, kids' parties, and corporate events.
29.8 Miles
Johnson's Duckpin Lanes is fun for the entire family, with small balls and pins for a unique alternative to regular 10-pin bowling. There are 20 duckpin lanes and enough space for private parties.
29.9 Miles
Open from April to November, Mohawk State Forest offers visitors panoramic views of the 1,683-ft Mohawk Mountain. Visitors can walk on trails through the forest and have a picnic at one of their tables.