Spending time as a family is not just for fun, but for health, too!

Spending time as a family is not just for fun, but for health, too! Time spent together has numerous benefits including but not limited to increased self-esteem, creating positive memories, and staying connected. And after a long and cold winter, things are finally warming up and Connecticut has lots of fun family activities and day trips! Check out our roundup of family-friendly things to do right here in the Nutmeg State.

Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk

Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center

Beardsley Zoo

The Bushnell Park Carousel

Argia Mystic Cruises

Bishop’s Orchards

Bruce Museum

Essex Steam Train & Riverboat

Connecticut River Museum

The Dinosaur Place at Nature’s Art Village

Slater Memorial Museum and Converse Art Gallery

Harriet Beecher Stowe Center

Stepping Stones Museum for Children

IT Adventure Ropes Course

Mystic Aquarium

Ocean Beach Park