- 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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The Stratford Festival Theater is a performing arts venue that hosts dramatic performances by traveling companies as well as live music acts of various types and genres. The theater tends to emphasize Shakespearean productions.
37.6 Miles
The Spirit of Broadway Theater hosts performances for guests to enjoy. The 74-seat theater, which lends itself to a more intimate atmosphere than a larger performance venue, offers gourmet treats.
37.6 Miles
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo has some rare animals, including tigers, along with a barnyard, wolf exhibit, and a prairie dog habitat among other features. Peacocks wander the grounds freely and visitors can even ride the camel.
37.6 Miles
Since 1898, the Connecticut Audubon Society had focused on conservation efforts through environmental education and preservation of local birds and their habitats. An animal exhibit room is featured on site as well as views of the habitats from observation platforms.
37.6 Miles
A large public park with extensive rose gardens, Mohegan Park offers a variety of amenities. There are ball fields, playgrounds, and recreational facilities, as well as picnic areas and gazebos.
37.6 Miles
The D'elia Antique Tool Museum specializes in highlighting historical tools dating back as early as the 18th century. The museum, over 1,000 square feet, features a large collection of rare woodworking planes among others.
37.7 Miles
Bibliophiles adore The Book Barn in Niantic, Connecticut. The company has three locations in coastal Connecticut and stocks almost one million books between them. Visitors should plan to spend at least several hours here.
37.7 Miles
Nestled in charming Bridgeport, Connecticut, the Beardsley Zoo is the only one in the state. It features exotic birds, big cats, reptiles and many other fascinating creatures. The zoo welcomes school groups and hosts summer camps for kids and teens.
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Hikers love Bull's Bridge in Kent, Connecticut. This rustic covered bridge crosses the Connecticut River and is part of several hiking trails, including the monumental Appalachian Trail and several shorter, easier paths.