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Middlesex County

Here you will find kid friendly destinations in Middlesex County. So much fun, so little time!  Just click on the category list below.

 

   
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Museums

 

 

Kid City Children's Museum

119 Washington Street, Middletown

Age Group: 1-8 years

Cost: $7 per person, Babies under 1 year are free

Contact: 860-347-0495

http://www.kidcitymuseum.com

This is a wonderful hands-on museum that let's kids enjoy the art of pretend! Exhibits include the Ship, Main ST, Space Age Road trip, Video Theater, Toddler Sea Caves soft play area, Musical Planet, Zoo, and the Farm just for starters!!!  A must visit for kids 1 – 8 years old. See website for more info.

 

 

 

Nature Adventures

 

Lyman Orchards

Junction of Routes 147 & 157, Middlefield

Age Group: All Ages

Cost: Fees Vary See Website

Contact: (860) 349-1793

http://www.lymanorchards.com

With a 1,100 acres in Middlefield, CT, Lyman Orchards always has something fun to do year round. Pick your own fruits, wonderful Apple Barrel store with the best high top apple pie! Hayrides, farm tours, seasonal corn maze, and many other events are offered throughout the year.

 

 

 

Animal Encounters

 

Amy's Udder Joy Exotic Animal Farm Park & Nature Center

27 North Road, Cromwell

Age Group: All Ages

Cost: $3.00 per person / pony rides $2.00 children under 1 yr. free

Contact: (860)635-3924

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A collection of wonderful and some very exotic animals, and hands on indoor and outdoor exhibits. A living carousel, petting zoo, and picnic area are just a few of the fun activities here. Call for more info.

 

 

 

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Sports & Fitness Outings

 

 

A New World Laser Tag

423 Main Street, Middletown

Age Group: 6 and up

Cost: $8 for one game, $15 for 2 games, $20 for 3 games, $25 for 4 games  

 Contact: 860-343-3899

http://www.newworldlasertag.com

A state of the art laser tag facility located in downtown Middletown. See website for more info.

 

 

 

Historic Sites

 

Essex Steam Train and Riverboat

One Railroad Avenue, Essex

Age Group: All Ages

Cost: Fees Vary See Website

Contact: (860) 767-0103

http://www.essexsteamtrain.com/

The Essex Steam Train is operated by the Valley Railroad Company. Take a ride in these 1920's coaches that are pulled by an authentic steam locomotive. The river boat Becky Thatcher, cruises along the Connecticut River. Also has a Gift shop, snack shop, and runs special events.

 

Gillette Castle

67 River Road, East Haddam

Age Group: 3 and up

Cost: Grounds FREE, Castle: Heritage Passport allows the bearer to gain admittance to three facilities (Dinosaur, Fort Trumbull and Gillette Castle State Parks) for a one time visitation until Columbus Day of the calendar year in which it was purchased. Children ages 6 -17 are $5.00, adults over 18 years are $12.00, and children under age 5 are free. The Heritage Passport can be purchased at any one of the three facilities.

Contact: (860) 526-2336

http://www.ct.gov/dep/cwp/view.asp?A=2716&Q=325204

Hiking, picnicking, camping and of course a visit to the wonderful Gillette Castle are some of the things you can do at Gillette Castle State Park. A twenty four room mansion reminiscent of a medieval castle, was at one time the home of William Hooker Gillette, playwright, director, and most famous for his portrayal of "Sherlock Holmes". Take a guided tour, then head out for a picnic lunch on the beautiful grounds.

 

 

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