- Our list of the best things to do in New Britain, Connecticut, features the top 385 nearby activities — including 146 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- New Britain, 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 12 things to do within the city of New Britain, CT , followed by 373 popular activities in nearby cities, including Hartford, West Hartford, Hamden, Wallingford, Middletown, Bristol, Simsbury, Waterbury, Manchester, South Windsor, Newington, East Haddam, Bloomfield, Wethersfield, Windsor, Torrington, Farmington, Cheshire, Southington, Litchfield, Woodbury, New Hartford, Avon, New Haven, Meriden, Glastonbury, East Hartford, Colchester, Enfield, Naugatuck, Goshen, Mashantucket, Plantsville, Branford, Southbury, Winsted and Guilford
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23.9 Miles
Hollow Park offers a scenic walk along the Pomperaug River, along with various play structures for children. Sporting areas include Baseball/softball fields, basketball and sand volleyball courts, and soccer fields.
24.0 Miles
Goshen, Connecticut is home to Sunset Meadow Vineyards. Its tasting room is open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, and group tastings may be arranged in advance. Sunset Meadow Vineyards also sells bottled wine and gourmet gift baskets.
24.1 Miles
Featuring Connecticut's historical covered bridges, Salmon River State Forest consists of a large river and its surrounding forest. Visitors are allowed to hunt and fish in the park. There is also a designated picnic area that has grills.
24.1 Miles
Featuring elevations over 600-ft. above sea level, West Rock Ridge State Park is a scenic public park commonly visited by those who love being in nature. Popular park activities include hiking, boating, fishing, and enjoying the picturesque views throughout.
24.2 Miles
Take a trip back in time on a tour of Gillette Castle State Park in East Haddam, Connecticut. Tours are available in the spring and summer. Large groups must schedule tours in advance.
24.3 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.
24.3 Miles
Skater City is an indoor amusement facility that features a variety of entertainments. Attractions include roller skating, toxic laser tag, miniature golf, and an extensive video game arcade. The facility hosts birthday parties and special events.
24.6 Miles
Located in Goshen, Connecticut, the Action Widelife Foundation is an ecological preserve open seasonally to the public. In addition to hundreds of exotic animals, guests enjoy a large petting zoo. The Foundation offers low-cost admission and group discounts.
24.9 Miles
100%
6 votes
Junction of Rte. 82 and Petticoat La., East Haddam, CT
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The Allegra Farm and the Horse drawn Carriage and Sleigh Museum of New England offers a magically whimsical view of the city and its history. The museum gives visitors a glimpse into the Victorian Age and horse drawn carriages are available for hire.
24.9 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.