Find Fun and Exciting Things to Do
In and Around Hartford!
Planning a trip to the Hartford area? Visit the Greater Hartford Information Center first! Located on the first floor of Connecticut’s Old State House, the Information Center is full of maps, brochures and materials about all sorts of unique and exciting places to visit while you’re in the area.
In addition, we visit fun sites every week and share our experiences here. Search our featured sites by town or type, or scroll down to browse all our reviews.
Riverfront Food Truck Festival
Hartford – The annual Riverfront Food Truck Festival is the best excuse to eat and walk we can find! Feast from local food trucks, listen to great live music, and […]
City Steam Brewery
Hartford – Grab a signature brew and tuck in to some great food at City Steam Brewery. While the food and drinks are great, the architecture and unique atmosphere of […]
Poké Sushi
Hartford — PokĂ© Sushi in Hartford is dedicated to provide fast, fresh bowls filled with sushi-grade fish and hawaiian-inspired ingredients. 30 State House Square Ste 106, Hartford
Popover
Simsbury — Go for the popovers, but stay for all of the food at Popover. Their menu features many gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options as well as signature drinks and […]
Rebel Dog Coffee
Plainville, Farmington, East Hartford — Rebel Dog Coffee knows how to make a great cup of coffee. Their own coffee roasting program boasts a variety of flavors and unique brews. […]
The Assembly Room
New Britain — Get together with friends at this food hall in New Britain. Featuring Industrial, Las Tortas, Fowl Play, and Burrito, this space is great for a gathering. 222 […]
LobsterCraft
West Hartford — Fresh lobster is easy to get when you’re right in West Hartford! Stop by LobsterCraft for seasonal specials, lobster rolls, and bisque. 961 Farmington Ave, West Hartford
Parkville Market
Hartford — The first food hall in Connecticut is right here in Hartford! Parkville Market features over 15 different food stalls and a full bar, The Local, upstairs. Everything you […]
Max Downtown
Hartford — Looking for an upscale restaurant or happy hour? Look no further than Max Downtown. Their martinis are fantastic, their buck-a-shuck is delicious, and the food is the best. […]
Heirloom Market at Comstock Ferre
Wethersfield — This seed to plate cafĂ© features homemade breakfast and lunch items and locally grown produce. Grab a coffee and do some shopping from their seed collection and produce […]
City Steam Brewery
Hartford – Grab a signature brew and tuck in to some great food at City Steam Brewery. While the food and drinks are great, the architecture and unique atmosphere of […]
Story and Soil
Hartford — This local coffee shop is the perfect place to go when you need a quick pick-me-up. Their coffee is strong, and will totally lift up your day. 387 […]
Semilla
Hartford — This local coffee shop features not just coffee but a collaborative work space. Check out the gallery and music that’s often playing while you’re there. 1283 Main Street, […]
Rebel Dog Coffee
Plainville, Farmington, East Hartford — Rebel Dog Coffee knows how to make a great cup of coffee. Their own coffee roasting program boasts a variety of flavors and unique brews. […]
Max Downtown
Hartford — Looking for an upscale restaurant or happy hour? Look no further than Max Downtown. Their martinis are fantastic, their buck-a-shuck is delicious, and the food is the best. […]
Pure Love Bakery
Avon — Gluten free lovers, look no further than Pure Love Bakery! This fully gluten free bakery also features allergy friendly baked goods that leave out the nuts, dairy, and […]
Roux Cajun Eatery
Simsbury — Find some of the best cajun food in Greater Hartford in Simsbury at Roux. Their cocktails, fried pickles, and poboys should definitely be on your list to try. […]
Coyote Flaco
HARTFORD, CT — Looking for the perfect local Mexican restaurant? Coyote Flaco in Hartford serves great fajitas, amazing margaritas, and the best outdoor atmosphere. 635 New Britain Ave, Hartford, CT […]
Tisane Euro-Asian Cafe
HARTFORD, CT — What better way to celebrate pride than at @mytisane? The best cocktails, food, vibes and staff around. Not to be missed, this month, or any month! 537 Farmington […]
Four Dads Pub
GRANBY, CT — It’s a Four Dad’s Pub patio kind of night! 18R Hartford Ave, Granby, CT https://fourdadspub.com/ #greaterhartfordinfo #fourdadspub #granbyct
Heublein Tower and Talcott Mountain State Park
Simsbury — Trust us, the hike is worth the view at the top. Hike through Talcott Mountain State Park to reach Heublein Tower and amazing views of Farmington Valley. Summit […]
Bushnell Park Carousel
Hartford — The Bushnell Park Carousel is an antique 1914 treasure located right in the middle of Bushnell Park. Take a ride during the summer for just $2/person and enjoy […]
Dunkin Donuts Park
Hartford — Home of the Hartford Yard Goats, Dunkin Donuts Park is the place to take in a minor league game, eat some great food, and enjoy baseball. 1214 Main […]
Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch
The Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch in Bushnell Park is reopening for tours this summer! Trek the 96 steps to the top on Thursdays at 12pm – more information about […]
New Britain Museum of American Art
New Britain — New Britain Museum of American Art is the first strictly American Art museum in the country and features artists both local and national. There’s always something to […]
Old Newgate Prison and Copper Mine
EAST GRANBY, CT — Three hundred years of American failure, success, and everything in between. Learn more about Old New-Gate Prison & Copper Mine in East Granby and how it […]
New Britain Museum of American Art
New Britain — New Britain Museum of American Art is the first strictly American Art museum in the country and features artists both local and national. There’s always something to […]
Muse Paintbar
Who doesn’t love a paint night at @muse_paintbar? 🎨🖌🖼 69 Raymond Rd, West Hartford, CT https://www.musepaintbar.com/events/west-hartford-paint-bar #greaterhartfordinfo #muse #art #paintnight #weha
Riverfront Food Truck Festival
Hartford – The annual Riverfront Food Truck Festival is the best excuse to eat and walk we can find! Feast from local food trucks, listen to great live music, and […]
Drake Flower Bridge
Simsbury — The Old Drake Hill Flower Bridge in Simsbury, Connecticut is an example of 19th century metal-truss bridge construction. This scenic bridge of flowers across the Farmington River changes seasonally and always has something to see.
Heublein Tower and Talcott Mountain State Park
Simsbury — Trust us, the hike is worth the view at the top. Hike through Talcott Mountain State Park to reach Heublein Tower and amazing views of Farmington Valley. Summit […]
Scott’s Tree Farm
Andover — Connecticut loves Christmas, and Scott’s Tree Farm offers pick and cut trees as well as pre-cut trees for your holiday celebrations. Open seven days a week from the […]
Riverwalk Sculpture Park
Hartford — Enjoy a gorgeous walk along the Connecticut River at Riverfront Recapture’s Riverwalk Sculpture Park. This public art installation features the work of Connecticut arts and offers some of […]
Dunkin Donuts Park
Hartford — Home of the Hartford Yard Goats, Dunkin Donuts Park is the place to take in a minor league game, eat some great food, and enjoy baseball. 1214 Main […]
Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch
The Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch in Bushnell Park is reopening for tours this summer! Trek the 96 steps to the top on Thursdays at 12pm – more information about […]
Riverfront Food Truck Festival
Hartford – The annual Riverfront Food Truck Festival is the best excuse to eat and walk we can find! Feast from local food trucks, listen to great live music, and […]
ConnectiCon
Hartford – This annual convention sure is fun! ConnectiCon brings together comic book, anime, superheroes, supervillains, and more during the middle of July. Panels, special guests, trivia, cosplay, and vendors […]
The Big E
West Springfield, MA — The Big E, formally known as The Eastern States Exposition, is billed as “New England’s Great State fair”. It is the largest agricultural event on the […]
Hartford Marathon
Hartford, East Hartford, and South Windsor — This annual 26.2 mile road race takes you through Hartford, East Hartford, and South Windsor while you run through neighborhoods and past historic […]
Hartford St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Hartford — Everyone loves a parade! The annual Hartford St. Patrick’s Day Parade takes place every year through downtown Hartford and features floats and groups from throughout the Hartford area.