Museums & More
Connecticut Science Center
250 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT 06103
The Connecticut Science Center represents the best of our state’s legacy of invention and innovation for the world—from the helicopter to the whiffle ball.
HOW TO GET THERE
Plan your train trip to Hartford Union Station
From there, the destination is just an 18-minute walk away.
DR. SEUSS MUSEUM
21 Edwards St, Springfield, MA 01103
Every age and stage are on the same page: Dreams run free, wild, and loose, at the museum of Dr. Seuss.
HOW TO GET THERE
Plan your train trip to Springfield Union Station
From there, the destination is just a 10-minute walk away.
BASKETBALL HALL OF FAME
1000 Hall of Fame Ave, Springfield, MA 01105
Located in the city where basketball was born, this museuml lets you take in the history of hoops and have a meal and a ball in the process. Test your skills on the Jerry Colangelo “Court of Dreams.”
HOW TO GET THERE
Plan your train trip to Springfield Union Station
From there, it’s a 23-minute walk or a 6-minute ride to the destination.
MGM SPRINGFIELD CASINO
1 MGM Way, Springfield, MA 01103
Whether you love world-class gaming, dining, concerts, or golf, all bets are on for an amazing time for one and all.
HOW TO GET THERE
Plan your train trip to Springfield Union Station
From there, the destination is just a 19-minute walk away.
THE WINDSOR ART CENTER
40 Mechanic St, Windsor, CT 06095
Housed in a former freight house adjacent to the Amtrak line in downtown Windsor, the Center features visual art exhibitions and music performances by local New England artists.
HOW TO GET THERE
Plan your train trip to Springfield Union Station
From there, the destination is just a 4-second walk away!
MASSMUTUAL CENTER
1277 Main St, Springfield, MA 01103
Game, dine, shop, spa, bowl, skate, buy art, see live sporting events and many more experiences happen here.
HOW TO GET THERE
Plan your train trip to Springfield Union Station
From there, the destination is just a 10-minute walk away.
BRADLEY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Schoephoester Rd, Windsor Locks, CT 06096
Located in Windsor Locks and just 30 minutes from Hartford, New England’s second largest airport (after Boston’s Logan) is also home to the New England Air Museum.
HOW TO GET THERE
Plan your train trip to Windsor Locks Railroad Station
From there, hop on CTtransit‘s dedicated Route 24 Bus Service, just a 15-minute ride to the airport!
YALE UNIVERSITY ART GALLERY
1111 Chapel St, New Haven, CT 06510
An expansive and diverse collection of art spanning centuries and continents invites visitors to explore the richness of human creativity.
HOW TO GET THERE
Plan your train trip to New Haven Street Station
From there, the destination is a 13-minute walk away.
CONNECTICUT CHILDREN’S MUSEUM
22 Wall St, New Haven, CT 06511
Featuring eight multiple-intelligence-themed exhibits, this museum offers children a space where they can learn and explore.
HOW TO GET THERE
Plan your train trip to New Haven State Street Station
From there, the destination is a 7-minute walk away.
WADSWORTH ATHENEUM MUSEUM OF ART
600 Main St, Hartford, CT 06103
Get cultured at the country’s oldest continuously operating public art museum – home to 50,000 works of art, spanning 5,000 years and encompassing European art from antiquity to contemporary and American art from the 1600s through today.
HOW TO GET THERE
Plan your train trip to Hartford Union Station
From there, the destination is a 14-minute walk away.
CONNECTICUT’S OLD STATE HOUSE
800 Main St, Hartford, CT 06103
What was once home to all three branches of Connecticut state government from 1796 to 1878, today serves as a history museum and place of civic exploration for thousands of visitors each year.
HOW TO GET THERE
Plan your train trip to Hartford Union Station
From there, the destination is a 12-minute walk away.
THE CONNECTICUT CONVENTION CENTER
100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT 06103
Overlooking the CT River, the Center hosts trade shows, conventions, and business meetings in an area teeming with new restaurants, bistros, and entertainment venues.
HOW TO GET THERE
Plan your train trip to Hartford Union Station
From there, the destination is a 21-minute walk away.
CT STATE CAPITAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
950 Main St, Hartford, CT 06103
With a downtown location and partnerships with cultural institutions and businesses, the college provides students with a rich learning experience and access to new careers.
HOW TO GET THERE
Plan your train trip to Hartford Union Station
From there, the destination is a 12-minute walk away.
MUSEUM OF CONNECTICUT HISTORY
231 Capitol Ave, Hartford, CT 06106
The Museum of Connecticut History has collected and displayed objects related to Connecticut’s political, industrial, and military history since 1910.
HOW TO GET THERE
Plan your train trip to Hartford Union Station
From there, the destination is a 12-minute walk away.
UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT, HARTFORD CAMPUS
10 Prospect St, Hartford, CT 06103
Undergraduate and graduate students begin, continue, or complete their education in a small college environment while enjoying access to the faculty and resources of a world-class research university.
HOW TO GET THERE
Plan your train trip to Hartford Union Station
From there, the destination is a 17-minute walk away.
CONNECTICUT STATE CAPITOL
210 Capitol Ave, Hartford, CT 06106
Completed in 1880, this third CT capitol building since the American Revolution houses galleries of historical artifacts and offers fascinating tours and events.
HOW TO GET THERE
Plan your train trip to Hartford Union Station
From there, the destination is a 11-minute walk away.
YALE UNIVERSITY
149 Elm St, New Haven, CT 06511
Yale is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the United States and is renowned for its rich history, distinguished faculty, and beautiful architecture. Visitors can explore the campus, marvel at iconic landmarks like the Yale Art Gallery and Yale Center for British Art, and take guided historical tours.
HOW TO GET THERE
Plan your train trip to New Haven Street Station
From there, the destination is a 9-minute walk away.
MERIDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
105 Miller St, Meriden, CT 06451
This recently renovated library boasts an expansive space with a good selection of kids’ books and plenty of comfortable seating for adults.
HOW TO GET THERE
Plan your train trip to Meriden Station
From there, the destination is a 7-minute walk away.
ART STUDIO OF CONNECTICUT
10 Steele Blvd, Berlin, CT 06037
This community art studio offers painting classes and artist networking, hosts parties and private events, and showcases local artists in their galleries.
HOW TO GET THERE
Plan your train trip to Berlin Station
From there, the destination is a 3-minute walk away.
QUANDRY ROOM ESCAPE GAMES
342 Quinnipiac St, Wallingford, CT 06492
This community art studio offers painting classes and artist networking, hosts parties and private events, and showcases local artists in their galleries.
HOW TO GET THERE
Plan your train trip to Wallingford Station
From there, the destination is a 20-minute walk away.
ROCK SPOT CLIMBING
340 Quinnipiac St, Wallingford, CT 06492
This rock-climbing gym welcomes walk-ins to experience 35 top rope stations, 14,000 sq ft of climbing walls, and 60+ boulder problems, all in a warm and inviting setting.
HOW TO GET THERE
Plan your train trip to Wallingford Station
From there, the destination is a 18-minute walk away.
