Connecticut VacationBridgeport An interesting stop in Bridgeport is the Barnum Museum, named for circus guru P.T. Barnum. It traces the circus history and also features displays on the arts and industry of the New Deal era. The museum is also home to an actual mummy. Essex The Essex Steam Train and Riverboat Ride is a fun-filled trip for adults and children of all ages!. http://www.essexsteamtrain.com/ Steam Train passengers can purchase tickets for the river boat ride and disembark at Deep River Landing. Here, you board a riverboat for a relaxing and informative ride up the beautiful Connecticut River. Lobster Fests - One thing Connecticut is known for is lobster. The Chester Rotary Club holds a lobster festival in September of each year. Music and a festival atmosphere combined with fresh lobster make for a seafood lover’s paradise. The Essex Lion’s Club also holds a lobster bake every year, usually in August. For world class lobster, you will find no better than when on a Connecticut vacation! The Connecticut Freedom Trail is a group of sites that offer a glimpse into the history of how slaves made their way north to freedom. One such Freedom trail site is the Deming House and Store, which were owned by Connecticut abolitionist Samuel Deming; Deming was one of the founders of the Connecticut Anti-Slavery Society. The house was used as a stop on the Underground Railroad. Groton Calling all Submarine enthusiasts, you must visit the Submarine Force Museum home to the Nautilus Submarine. You will get to experience first-hand the thrill of being a submariner as you walk the Nautilus decks. The Nautilus was the world's first nuclear powered vessel, first ship to go to the North Pole, and first submarine to journey "20,000 Leagues under the sea." Explore the spaces where the crew of this amazing ship worked, ate, slept, and entertained themselves on their long voyages far beneath the ocean's surface. Haddam Located in East Haddam is the Nathan Hale School House. The Revolutionary War hero was once the schoolmaster here; on display are some of Nathan Hale’s personal items and local historic pieces. Hartford You can visit the Mark Twain House on your Connecticut vacation. You will find a museum and the 1800’s family home of Samuel Clemens (pen name) Mark Twain. Some of his famous works include The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and The Adventure of Huckleberry Finn. Middlebury For the strong-at-heart, the Quassy Amusement Park in Middlebury serves up some super-fast fun. Thrill rides including coasters and carnival-style rides will keep the kids busy all day. Water rides, a beach, and a family entertainment center, consisting of pool tables, games, and simulators round out the offerings at this thrill park. Montville Montville is home to Dinosaur crossing. Dinosaur crossing is an outdoor adventure in which you trace the prehistoric roots of the area through untouched woodland. You can dig for gold, fossils, and gems in the area provided by Dinosaur Crossing. Mystic Calling our youngest sailors! No matter the season, you'll enjoy exploring the many indoor and outdoor activities found at the nation's leading maritime museum. Mystic Seaport and the Museum of America and the Sea. Mystic seaport has a day of fun for the entire family with a re-created 19th-Century Village, complete with Museum educators and role-players, Four National Historic Landmark Vessels including the Charles M. Morgan, a Preservation Shipyard, and even a Planetarium. New Haven A visit to Yale University may be in order for your vacation to Connecticut. Yale University covers 1,000 acres and has the oldest college art museum in the United States. Rocky Hill Dinosaur enthusiasts will get a kick out of Dinosaur State Park in Rocky Hill. It offers a 200-million-year-old fossil “track way,” exhibits, and a hiking trail. An arboretum, or tree garden, is also located in the scenic park. Shelton Indian Wells Sate Park in Shelton offers gorgeous falls and shallow pools for swimming. With a shady picnic area and beautiful trails, an easy summer day can be spent here. Fishing, boating, and picnicking can be enjoyed in abundance. Natural serenity and amusement can be had on a Connecticut vacation. When visiting Connecticut, one will find serenity amidst glittering, tranquil scenery. You can also find living history and culturally important sites throughout the state. A Connecticut vacation offers fun, information, and thrills for all. More US State vacation ideas besides Connecticut Vacation ideas here. |
