Things to Do with Kids in Connecticut
Last updated: December 25, 2024
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Connecticut Science Center
Interactive science museum featuring 165+ hands-on exhibits, a state-of-the-art 3D theater, four educational labs, and daily programs and events...
Mystic Aquarium
World-class aquarium featuring beluga whales, penguins, sea lions, and over 8,000 marine animals with interactive exhibits...
Lake Compounce
America's oldest continuously operating amusement park featuring thrill rides, family attractions, and water park...
Beardsley Zoo
Connecticut's only zoo featuring North and South American animals, a carousel, and educational programs...
Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk
Features marine life of Long Island Sound, shark tank, seal exhibit, and IMAX theater...
Kidcity Children's Museum
Three floors of hands-on, creative play environments for younger children...
Dinosaur State Park
Features 500 prehistoric tracks, interactive exhibits, and nature trails...
The Adventure Park at The Discovery Museum
Aerial forest rope park with climbing and zip lining courses for different skill levels...
Quassy Amusement & Waterpark
Family-friendly park with rides, water attractions, and entertainment...
Hammonasset Beach State Park
Connecticut's largest shoreline park with beach, nature center, and hiking trails...
Essex Steam Train & Riverboat
Historic steam train rides and riverboat cruises through Connecticut River Valley...
IT Adventure Ropes Course
Indoor ropes course with 4 levels of climbing fun and zip lines...
Stepping Stones Museum for Children
Interactive learning museum with hands-on exhibits focused on science, technology, and creativity...
Action Wildlife Foundation
Wildlife sanctuary with exotic animals, petting zoo, and museum...
Romp n' Roll Wethersfield
Indoor play center offering classes, camps, and open gym for young children...
New England Air Museum
Aviation museum with over 100 aircraft and interactive exhibits...
Stamford Museum & Nature Center
120-acre facility with working farm, museum, observatory, and nature trails...
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo
Zoo featuring North and South American animals with carousel and educational programs...
The Children's Museum
Science museum with planetarium, wildlife sanctuary, and hands-on exhibits...
Mystic Seaport Museum
Maritime museum with historic ships, village, and hands-on activities...
Powder Ridge Mountain Park
Year-round adventure sports facility with skiing, tubing, and mountain biking...
Nature's Art Village
Dinosaur-themed park with outdoor activities, mining, and discovery center...
Imagine Nation Museum
Interactive children's museum with hands-on exhibits and learning studios...
Earthplace
Nature center with wildlife, trails, and educational programs...
Sports Center of Connecticut
Multi-sport facility with mini golf, batting cages, bowling, and ice skating...
Lutz Children's Museum
Small museum with live animals, exhibits, and educational programs...