- Our list of the best things to do in Simsbury, Connecticut, features the top 367 nearby activities — including 131 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Simsbury, CT has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, and Sights & Landmarks.
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Enjoy serenity, nature and wildlife at Goose Pond Reservation. Visitors to this scenic mountain lake enjoy swimming, kayaking and canoeing. There's even a place for picnicking. Open year-round from sunrise to sunset.
34.1 Miles
Guests can enjoy guided kayaking tours of the Salmon and Connecticut Rivers with Quiet Kayak Guided River Tours. The tours last for three hours and include kayaks, paddles, instruction, binoculars, and life jackets.
34.3 Miles
Run by The Connecticut Society of the Sons of the American Revolution, Natahan Hale Schoolhouse is a former schoolhouse from the mid 1700s. The teacher of this school was Nathan Hale, who was hung by the British in 1776.
34.3 Miles
At Rathbun Free Memorial Library, visitors can peruse a wide selection of books, DVDs, and other literary resources. The library hosts community events like book clubs, technology workshops, and more.
34.4 Miles
Connecting a park on the Haddam side with the Godspeed Opera House on the other side, the East Haddam Swing Bridge is a distinctive local landmark that provides picturesque views.
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20 Norwich Road, East Haddam, CT
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The Scherer Library of Musical Theatre is an extensive musical theatre research facility. The collection has more than 70,000 items. The library maintains a collection of scores, sheet music, scripts, original cast recordings, programs, photographs, and theatre memorabilia.
34.4 Miles
The Ski Butternut experience is a family-friendly ski and tubing area. Lessons are available for first-time skiers and snowboarders. Experienced athletes spending a day on the mountain are able to choose from a variety of terrain parks.
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31 Kent Cornwall Road, Kent, CT 6757
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In dedication of the artist, author, illustrator, and collector, the Eric Sloane Museum & Kent Iron Furnace features Sloane’s collection of hand tools and a replica of his studio. The granite blast Kent Iron Furnace resides on the museum property.
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125 West Bay Road, Amherst, MA 01002
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Picture books are celebrated for their contributions to the art world at the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art. Three galleries of rotating exhibits are housed within the 40,000 square foot facility along with permanent collections by famous picture book creators Maurice Sendak and Rosemary Wells.
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Visit the home of the American Musical! Goodspeed produces America’s musical treasures to delight, inspire, and entertain you. Set along the tranquil Connecticut River, our two intimate theatres bring you closer to the excitement of live musicals. The surrounding countryside is brimming with restaurants, shop…