One of the original 13 colonies, Connecticut has important Revolutionary War history. See one of the nation’s most prestigious universities or simply lounge on the beach.

Spot the shiny gold dome of the Connecticut State Capitol in Hartford and tour the impressive interior. Visit the homes of authors Noah Webster, Harriett Beecher Stowe and Mark Twain. The Trash Museum offers unique educational and entertainment activities.

Many of New Haven’s most popular attractions center on Ivy League Yale University. Listen to the 54 bells of the Yale Memorial Carillon sounding from Harkness Hall as you stroll across the sedate campus. Although the school moved to its current location in 1718, many of the most notable buildings, such as Yale Law School and Vanderbilt Hall, were erected in the early 1900s. See some of the 200,000 art objects at Yale University Art Gallery. Look at the temporary exhibits or do prearranged research at the Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library. Attend a Yale Bulldogs football game at the Yale Bowl stadium. Watch a performance at the Yale Repertory Theatre, which regularly features new productions and excellent actors that go on to Broadway and Hollywood.

If your kids are too young to appreciate the university on your New Haven visit, take them to the Connecticut Children’s Museum or Carousel at Lighthouse Point Park.

Connecticut’s southern boundary is Long Island Sound. The shoreline has numerous white sand beaches. Visit some of the best at Silver Sands State Park in Milford and Ocean Beach in New London. Walk around Norwalk’s harbor to see large yachts and commercial boats.

Away from the ocean, go to Danbury and arrange freshwater recreation on Candlewood Lake. Hike up Bear Mountain or play golf at numerous local courses.

Connecticut’s Revolutionary War sites are spread across the state. Visit Lebanon, where Nathan Hale and other patriots held numerous war meetings, and Fort Griswold in Groton, where Benedict Arnold met instead with the British and betrayed the United States.

Q: Should I book a car while on vacation in Connecticut?

A: Take your vacation to the next level with a rental car. Whether you're checking out everything that New Haven has to offer or going out into the wider New Haven County area, having your own wheels lets you do your vacation your way. Hartford and and its surrounding region are also best seen from behind the wheel. So what are you waiting for? Have a look at our guide to Cheap Car Hire in Connecticut today.

Q: Which airports can I fly in to for a vacation to Connecticut?

A: Your best choice is to fly into Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.). This a top airport terminal in Connecticut, operating 197 international flights per month.

Q: What are the most popular types of hotels for a vacation to Connecticut?

A: Connecticut is filled with comfortable accommodations. Hotels are the most popular choice. Motels, bed & breakfasts and apart-hotels are worth looking at too.

Q: What does a Connecticut vacation booking with Expedia include?

A: Car and flight. Hotel and flight. Car and hotel. Flight, hotel and car. You get the drift. You can lock in as much or as little as you want, all in one place. To get as much as you can out of your Connecticut vacation, take a look at our attractions and experiences too.

Q: What is the best way to save money on my vacation to Connecticut?

A: Package deals are a fantastic way to save loads of money on your next Connecticut adventure. See new places for less when you bundle your Flights, Hotels and even Car Rentals via Expedia. Time to stop daydreaming and get booking.

Q: What are the best things to do in Connecticut?

A: There are loads of opportunities when stopping in New Haven. If you're not sure where to begin, make your way to Osborne Homestead Museum, Ansonia Mall Shopping Center and Sacred Heart University.

Find an adventure that's just perfect for you. In Hartford, attractions like Dunkin' Donuts Park, East Hartford Shopping Center and Crystal Bees are guaranteed to delight.

Lastly, if Stamford is your only stop, allow time to swing past Westport Farmers Market, Silvermine Golf Club and Sapelo Island Visitors Center.

*Savings based on all vacation package bookings with Flight + Hotel on Expedia.ca from January through December 2020, as compared to price of the same components booked separately. Savings will vary based on origin/destination, length of trip, stay dates and selected travel supplier(s). Savings not available on all packages.