10 TOP Things to Do in Connecticut August 2026

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Things to do

Connecticut Coloured Regiment Parade Route: An Audio Tour

£8

per adult

Bar and seating area inside the Hard Rock Cafe Foxwoods

Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Foxwoods

£30

per traveller

72% of travellers recommend

Sunday Brunch Sail in Greenport

£132

per adult

Private Historic Yale Smart Phone Self Guided Walking Tour

£7

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

New Haven's Ghost Walk

£20

per adult

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HighFlyer Zipline at Foxwoods

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Port Jefferson: Tiki Boat Booze Cruise Tour

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Marble Mountain & Ba Na Hills Private Tour from Hoi An/Da Nang

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Port Jefferson: Tiki Boat Booze Cruise Tour

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Foxwoods Resort Casino

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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 theatre scene and casinos.

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Where to stay in Connecticut

Find the best Connecticut areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Connecticut

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West Mystic

When in West Mystic, you can plan a visit to Mystic Downtown Marina and Mystic River Bascule Bridge, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Downtown Hartford

Unique features of Downtown Hartford include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Hartford Stage or Dunkin' Donuts Park while you're exploring the area.

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Downtown New Haven

If you're spending some time in Downtown New Haven, New Haven City Hall and Shubert Theater are top sights worth seeing.

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Downtown Stamford

While visiting Downtown Stamford, you might make a stop by sights like Stamford Center for the Arts and Stamford Town Center.

Mystic River Historic District

If you're spending some time in Mystic River Historic District, Mystic Downtown Marina and Mystic Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.

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