Connecticut
Family Activities in Connecticut
Looking for things to do in Connecticut with kids? We have mapped 119 family-friendly places across the area, from family entertainment centers (29), museums and educational attractions (21) and nature and gardens (17).
Find kid-friendly places to play, learn and explore in and around Connecticut. Browse by category below, or jump to a few popular spots families visit.
Last updated 2 October 2026. Hours and prices come from each business.
Indoor activities for kids in Connecticut
When it rains, or when it is simply too cold to be outside for long, there are 66 indoor places to choose from. Museums and indoor playgrounds are the usual answer, and both work at short notice.
Free things to do with kids in Connecticut
A good share of what is on this page costs nothing. 26 of the places we list are free to visit, which makes a short trip perfectly reasonable when attention spans are short.
Best places by age in Connecticut
Splash pads, wading pools and indoor play areas suit toddlers, because they are shallow, close by and easy to leave early. Older children get more out of the hands-on museums and the bigger play structures.
Browse by category in Connecticut
12 categories, 119 places. Counts change as businesses add listings.
Popular places in Connecticut
8 of 119, ordered by distance from Hartford.
Connecticut Science Center
Accepts ASTC Passport ProgramConnecticut Science Center is a science museum located at 250 Columbus Boulevard in Hartford, Connecticut. Families can explore hands-on exhibits, attend events…
The Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art
Accepts NARMA museum of art in downtown Hartford holding nearly 50,000 works spanning 5,000 years. The collection ranges from ancient Greek and Roman pieces through European…
The Mark Twain House & Museum
Accepts NARMThe Mark Twain House & Museum, a National Historic Landmark in Hartford, Connecticut, was the home of America’s greatest author, Samuel Clemens (a.k.a. Mark Twain)…
Connecticut Museum of Culture and History
Accepts NARMAbout the CMCH A private, nonprofit, educational organization established in 1825, the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History is the state’s official historical…
Veterans Memorial Ice Skating Rink
Veterans Memorial Ice Skating Rink is an indoor ice rink operated by the Town of West Hartford, Connecticut, offering local families a place to skate throughout…
Wethersfield Historical Society
Accepts NARMWethersfield Historical Society (WHS) is located in Connecticut’s “Most Ancient Town”. Old Wethersfield is the state’s oldest and largest historic district, with a…
Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society
Accepts NARMThe Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society interprets the life & accomplishments of Noah Webster ; author, lexicographer, and father of American…
South Windsor Arena
South Windsor Arena is a sports and family entertainment venue located in South Windsor, Connecticut. The facility is closely tied to Hockey1, a hockey equipment…
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Common questions
What are the best things to do with kids in Connecticut?
We list 119 kid-friendly places in Connecticut, led by family entertainment centers (29) and museums and educational attractions (21). Every listing shows hours, prices and what other parents thought.
What can you do with kids in Connecticut for free?
26 of the places we list in Connecticut are free to visit, including playgrounds, splash pads and several outdoor spaces.
Where can you take kids in Connecticut when it is raining?
There are 66 indoor places in Connecticut, including museums, indoor playgrounds and family entertainment centers.