10 TOP Things to Do in Connecticut August 2025

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Most fun & popular experiences in Connecticut

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What to do in Connecticut

Discover the most popular places to visit in Connecticut

Foxwoods Resort Casino

3.5/5(7 reviews)

Why not roll the dice by visiting Foxwoods Resort Casino where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in Mashantucket? Discover the area's acclaimed theater scene and casinos.

Yale University

4.5/5(21 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe around Yale University, a top college in New Haven. Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's art scene.

Mohegan Sun Arena

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Catch an event at Mohegan Sun Arena during your trip to Montville. Amble around the area's waterfront or attend a sporting event.

Mystic Seaport

4/5(8 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Mystic Seaport in Mystic. Visit the area's casinos or amble around its waterfront.

Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

4/5(2 reviews)

Uncover the mysteries of the bottom of the ocean and its amazing marine animals when you explore this aquarium’s interactive displays and touch pools.

Ocean Beach Park

4/5(3 reviews)

A day by the beach at this fantastic waterfront park is sure to please with its fun waterslides, large pool, landscaped foreshore and beautiful Atlantic Ocean views.

Olde Mistick Village

4/5(5 reviews)

Spend your day shopping in a beautifully recreated pioneering village, where stores are housed in traditional timber buildings with an 18th-century aesthetic.

Hammonasset Beach State Park

4.5/5(2 reviews)

You can take time to visit Hammonasset Beach State Park during your travels to Madison. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Mohegan Sun Casino

4/5(5 reviews)

Why not roll the dice by visiting Mohegan Sun Casino where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in Montville? Amble around the area's waterfront or attend a sporting event.

Explore areas of Connecticut

Connecticut Science Center featuring a park

Downtown Hartford

3.5/5(6 area reviews)

Downtown Hartford boasts a bustling business district, housing major corporations and Connecticut's state government. Explore historic sites like the Wadsworth Atheneum, Bushnell Park, and the Old State House, while enjoying convenient access to Connecticut Transit Hartford and Union Station.

West Mystic

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in West Mystic and surrounding area, you can visit Mystic Downtown Marina and Mystic River Bascule Bridge.

New Haven showing kayaking or canoeing and a river or creek as well as a couple

Downtown New Haven

5/5(4 area reviews)

In the heart of New Haven, this residential downtown area boasts a variety of restaurants, cafes, theaters, and stores. Explore the arts at Chapel Street Historic District, Broadway area, and Ninth Square district, or visit the Shops at Yale.

Downtown Stamford

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Central business district with major retail establishments, a shopping mall, and a university campus. Explore the historic district's architecture, enjoy bars and restaurants near Columbus Park, and easily access the Metro-North train station.

West End - West Side

While West End - West Side might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Seaside Beach and Seaside Park.

North Meadows

2/5(6 area reviews)

Unique features of North Meadows include the live music and theaters. Make a stop by Xfinity Theatre or Connecticut River while you're exploring the area.

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