It can be tough to find weekend family getaways in Connecticut that are great for kids of all ages. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! We’ve picked out some of our favorite spots from all over the Nutmeg State that are suitable for both younger kids and teens, and the adults are sure to have a great time as well! Check them out:
- Mystic Seaport Museum: 75 Greenmanville Ave, Mystic, CT 06355
Mystic Seaport Museum The Mystic Seaport Museum is the largest maritime museum in the United States. The museum covers 18 acres in the charming town of Mystic, and there is a lot to see here that will entertain kids of all ages, and parents, too! Make sure to check out the Seaport Village, a living history museum that’s designed to look like a seaside village from 200 years ago. Mystic Seaport Museum, 75 Greenmanville Ave, Mystic, CT 06355, USA
- It Adventure Ropes Course: 40 Sargent Dr, New Haven, CT 06511
It Adventures Ropes Course/Google Local Did you know Connecticut is home to the world’s largest indoor ropes course? There’s all kinds of cool zip-lining, climbing, and obstacle courses here, with options for all different ages and skill levels. There’s a smaller course for younger kids, so no one is left out. It Adventure Ropes Course, 40 Sargent Dr, New Haven, CT 06511, USA
- Submarine Force Library and Museum: 1 Crystal Lake Rd, Groton, CT 06340
Greg Catcott/Google Local The Submarine Force Museum is one of the coolest free museums in Connecticut. The material is presented in an easy-to-understand format that makes naval history interesting even for younger kids. You can even take a tour of the USS Nautilus, the world’s first nuclear-powered ship. Submarine Force Library & Museum, 1 Crystal Lake Rd, Groton, CT 06340, USA
- New England Carousel Museum: 95 Riverside Ave, Bristol, CT 06010
Andrew Rosen/Google Local The New England Carousel Museum is the perfect place for kids and kids at heart alike. There are add-ons available for take-home crafts and the restoration area, which is the department where talented artists restore and repaint historic carousel horses. New England Carousel Museum, 95 Riverside Ave, Bristol, CT 06010, USA
- The Book Barn: 41 W Main St, Niantic, CT 06357
Dave Ghidiu/Google Local The Book Barn is the largest used bookstore in Connecticut. You’ll find over 500,000 volumes here, spread out over multiple buildings. There are plenty of kids’ books to browse through, so budding readers will be in heaven here! You’ll find several shop cats and a cool playground, too. The Book Barn, 41 W Main St, Niantic, CT 06357, USA
- Connecticut Science Center: 250 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT 06103
Connecticut Science Center/Google Local The Connecticut Science Center has an amazing nine stories to explore. There’s exhibits here for kids of all ages on a variety of topics, and you’ll find both traveling exhibits and permanent displays. The all-season butterfly house is great to enjoy at any time of year. Connecticut Science Center, 250 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT 06103, USA
- Kent Falls State Park: 462 Kent Cornwall Rd, Kent, CT 06757
billandkent/Flickr If you’re part of a family that loves to enjoy the outdoors and be active, it doesn’t get much better than Kent Falls State Park. Recently named the most beautiful place in Connecticut, this 307-acre oasis is home to the tallest waterfall in the state. There are plenty of trails to explore here that are perfect for any time of year. Kent Falls State Park, 462 Kent Cornwall Rd, Kent, CT 06757, USA
What other weekend family getaways in Connecticut do you enjoy? Share your suggestions in the comments!
Mystic Seaport Museum
The Mystic Seaport Museum is the largest maritime museum in the United States. The museum covers 18 acres in the charming town of Mystic, and there is a lot to see here that will entertain kids of all ages, and parents, too! Make sure to check out the Seaport Village, a living history museum that’s designed to look like a seaside village from 200 years ago.
Mystic Seaport Museum, 75 Greenmanville Ave, Mystic, CT 06355, USA
It Adventures Ropes Course/Google Local
Did you know Connecticut is home to the world’s largest indoor ropes course? There’s all kinds of cool zip-lining, climbing, and obstacle courses here, with options for all different ages and skill levels. There’s a smaller course for younger kids, so no one is left out.
It Adventure Ropes Course, 40 Sargent Dr, New Haven, CT 06511, USA
Greg Catcott/Google Local
The Submarine Force Museum is one of the coolest free museums in Connecticut. The material is presented in an easy-to-understand format that makes naval history interesting even for younger kids. You can even take a tour of the USS Nautilus, the world’s first nuclear-powered ship.
Submarine Force Library & Museum, 1 Crystal Lake Rd, Groton, CT 06340, USA
Andrew Rosen/Google Local
The New England Carousel Museum is the perfect place for kids and kids at heart alike. There are add-ons available for take-home crafts and the restoration area, which is the department where talented artists restore and repaint historic carousel horses.
New England Carousel Museum, 95 Riverside Ave, Bristol, CT 06010, USA
Dave Ghidiu/Google Local
The Book Barn is the largest used bookstore in Connecticut. You’ll find over 500,000 volumes here, spread out over multiple buildings. There are plenty of kids’ books to browse through, so budding readers will be in heaven here! You’ll find several shop cats and a cool playground, too.
The Book Barn, 41 W Main St, Niantic, CT 06357, USA
Connecticut Science Center/Google Local
The Connecticut Science Center has an amazing nine stories to explore. There’s exhibits here for kids of all ages on a variety of topics, and you’ll find both traveling exhibits and permanent displays. The all-season butterfly house is great to enjoy at any time of year.
Connecticut Science Center, 250 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT 06103, USA
billandkent/Flickr
If you’re part of a family that loves to enjoy the outdoors and be active, it doesn’t get much better than Kent Falls State Park. Recently named the most beautiful place in Connecticut, this 307-acre oasis is home to the tallest waterfall in the state. There are plenty of trails to explore here that are perfect for any time of year.
Kent Falls State Park, 462 Kent Cornwall Rd, Kent, CT 06757, USA
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