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Casinos . Tourist Attractions & Things To Do & See In Connecticut |
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| Casinos . Tourist Attractions . Things To Do . Cruises . Aquariums . Amusement Parks . Casinos | ||
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| Essex
Steam Train Website |
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Railroad Ave, Essex, Ct, 06426 We have two coal-fired locomotives available to pull our collection of lovingly restored railroad cars. You will be swept away by the hiss of steam, the blast of the whistle, and the clickety-clack of the tracks. From the exciting "All Aboard" to the engineer checking the locomotive before the run, you will experience an authentic journey back to the days of steam. In the fall, the colors of New England are an unforgettable sight. The Steam Train fits right in with the cider, falling leaves, and cool snap in the air that makes autumn in New England so special. Or cap off a day of leaf peeping with a romantic ride on our Dinner Train.. You can also get a glimpse of man-made wonders - bridges, ferries, and river-front homes. Highlights include the historic Goodspeed Opera House and Gillette Castle. Throughout, we'll tell you about the history, natural wonders, and legends that abound in these waters |
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| Foxwoods
Casino Website |
Route
2, Mashantucket, Connecticut, 06339
FOXWOODS offers six casinos that collectively offer more than 6,400 slot machines and an incredible 350 tables for 17 different types of table games, and a luxurious, high-tech Race Book, as well as the world's largest Bingo Hall. Foxwoods is the largest resort casino in the world. Accommodations at the resort total more than 1,400 guest rooms and suites, including the 312-room Great Cedar Hotel, the 280-room Two Trees Inn, and the Grand Pequot Tower, with more than 800 rooms. For conventions and group events, Foxwoods features more than 55,000 square feet of meeting space and 25 conference rooms The resort houses 24 restaurants with varied menus that offer many ethnic flavors. The Fox Theatre opened in 1993 with a concert series by Frank Sinatra. The Foxwoods Arena, which opened in 1994 with a performance by Luciano Pavarotti, is designed to seat more than 4,000 people. For children, the Arcade has video games galore. And everyone enjoys our 48-seat Turbo Ride, which features bucket seats that move in sync with the action on the screen, making you feel part of the adventure |
1-800-FOXWOODS |
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Lake Compounce Amusement Park Website |
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Lake Ave, Bristol, Ct, 06010 Lake Compounce is New England's Family Theme Park and the country's oldest amusement park dating back to 1846. This historic amusement park is located beneath Compounce Mountain and beside a beautiful lake. The park began as a picnic area at the end of a trolley line in the 1800s and is now the number one seasonal attraction in Connecticut. Lake Compounce still maintains its old character and wonderful charm. The park features more than 50 rides and attractions, including a lakeside waterpark, three roller coasters, a white-water rafting ride, sky ride, log flume and a historic 1893 carousel that has been operating at the park since 1911. Boulder Dash one of two wooden coasters at Lake Compounce has been voted #1 by the National Amusement Park Historical Association. |
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Mohegan Sun Boulevard Uncasville, CT 06382 Mohegan Sun offers a vast array of over 6,300 slot machines. The casino also offers a vast number of table games including Baccarat, Midi-Baccarat, Mini-Baccarat, Blackjack, Caribbean Stud, Casino War, Craps, Let It Ride, Pai Gow Poker, Pai Gow Tiles, Roulette, Sic Bo, Spanish 21, Wheel of Fortune Accomodations include Mohegan Sun's 34-story hotel with nearly 1,200
luxury guest rooms with over 175 suites and five hospitality suites. Each
room is expertly designed to set a new standard of excellence. Enjoy an
abundance of space, king or double queen beds, relaxing lounge chairs,
marble bathrooms, and an amazing view of the rolling hills of Uncasville,
Connecticut. Mohegan Sun.has some of the hottest live entertainment and sporting events by today's top stars in the stunning Wolf Den, intimate performances in the one-of-a-kind, 300-seat Cabaret, and major national acts and professional sporting events in the 10,000-seat Mohegan Sun Arena. Mohegan Sun is the place to be for non-stop, edge-of-your-seat entertainment. |
1-888-226-7711 |
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| Museums / Seaports | ||
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Mystic Seaport |
P.O.
Box 6000 75 Greenmanville Avenue Mystic, CT 06355-0990 Mystic Seaport is the largest and most comprehensive maritime museum in North America. Here you can sail or row exact replicas of our traditional wooden boats, cruise in our antique steamboat, participate in formal classes, ride a horse-drawn carriage, star gaze in our planetarium, or spend the day climbing aboard ships or just meandering along beautiful riverfront gardens. A trained staff is stationed throughout the magnificent 17-acre historic waterfront, including the berthed ships, the exhibits of art and artifacts and the nearly 40 historic buildings - to answer questions, demonstrate traditional skills and share stories of people who are long gone but can still tell us something new. |
860-572-0711 |
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Mystic Whaler Cruises Website |
Located
at Schooner Wharf 15 Holmes Street, in downtown Mystic Day Sailing . Lobster Dinner Cruises . 2,3 & 5 Day Sailing Adventures . Available For Private Events |
800-697-8420 |
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Mark Twain House
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Farmington Avenue, Hartford, Connecticut 06105 Step back to the Gilded Age during guided tours of the 19-room, Tiffany-decorated mansion where Mark Twain raised his family and worked from 1874 to 1891. During this incredibly productive period, Twain created such classics as The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, Adventures of Huckleberry Finn and A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court |
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Submarine Museum
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Box 571 Groton, CT 06349-5571Submarine Force Museum in Groton, Connecticut, home of Historic Ship NAUTILUS (SSN 571), is the United States Navy's official submarine museum. Submarine Force Museum, located on the Thames River in Groton, Connecticut, maintains the world's finest collection of submarine artifacts. It is the only submarine museum operated by the United States Navy. |
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| Race Tracks | ||
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Lime Rock Racetrack |
Lime
Rock Park 497 Lime Rock Road Lakeville, CT 06039 American Le Mans
Series N.E. Grand Prix |
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| Aquariums | ||
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Norwalk Aquarium |
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North Water Street, Norwalk, CT 06854 Exit 14 (n)/Exit 15 (s) off I-95 The Maritime Aquarium is home to Connecticut's only IMAX® Theater. IMAX®, short for "image maximum," is a film format shown on a screen that’s eight stories wide and six stories high! Huge, crisp images make you feel as if you’re right there in the action! The theater's six-channel surround-sound audio system completes the you-are-there movie experience. Harbor seal exhibit during daily, informative harbor seal feedings at 11:45 am, 1:45 pm and 3:45 pm. Other exhibits include River Otter Habitat, The Touch Tank, Open Ocean Tank, Jellyfish Encounter, Loggerhead Sea Turtles, Ocean Playspace Hours |
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| Mystic
Aquarium
Website |
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Coogan Blvd. Mystic, CT 06355-1997 Click On Some Of The Exhibits Offered Ray Touch Pool . PT 109 Collision with History . Swamp Things . Frogs! . Noah's Flood . Lions of the Sea . Immersion Institute . Beluga Contact . Penguin Contact . Shark: Predator / Prey |
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| Mystic
Seaport
Website |
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Greenmanville Ave, Mystic, CT 06355 Mystic Seaport is a maritime museum in Mystic, Connecticut. It is notable both for its collection of sailing ships and boats, and for the recreation of an entire 19th century seaport, consisting of over 60 original buildings, most of them rare commercial structures, and located on Mystic Harbor and meticulously restored. A field trip to the Museum delights students or a vacation stop fascinates young and old alike as they discover the 19th-century village, explore three tall ships and learn about the crafts and industries of a coastal town. Their experience will not be limited to watching — hands-on and minds-on opportunities abound. Our expert education staff, including astronomers, musicians, craftsmen and roleplayers, engages students and visitors throughout their visit. |
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| Ocean
Beach Park
Website |
1225
Ocean Ave., New London
Family Fun Center Arcade . Carousel & Classic Rides . 50 Meter Olympic Pool . 18-hole Miniature Golf Course . Sandbar Lounge & Deck . Banquet Facility & Picnic Pavilion . Food Concession Stands & Gift Shop . Nature Walk . Playground Half mile long Pristine Sugar Sand Beach & Boardwalk |
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| Project
Oceanology
Website |
Avery
Point 1084 Shennecossett Road, Groton, CT, 06340 Project Oceanology is a marine science and environmental education organization operated by a non-profit association of schools, colleges and other educational institutions in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island and New York. Project Oceanology provides boats, oceanographic equipment, a waterfront laboratory, instructional materials and staff to enable more than 20,000 students and adults each year to learn about the ocean through first-hand, on-the-water experiences. FREE! One-week, residential-Ocean Diversity Institute!* *For CT residents who are enrolled in or who have completed either 9th or 10th grade tuition paid by CT Department of Education grant. Click to find out more about Enviro-lab Cruises or other Project Oceanology award winning Programs for teachers, students and others. 1 Day 3 Day or 1 Week Programs Available |
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| Quassy
Amusement Park
Website |
Lake
Quassapaug, Rt. 64 - Middlebury, CT 06762 Quassy offers a multitude of exciting and fun-filled attractions for the whole family. From the thrill of The Big Flush Water Coaster to a pleasant and leisurely ride aboard Quassy Queen II, there is literally something for everyone. Quassy's 24 rides, swimming and boating on beautiful Lake Quassapaug and karaoke for the little ones make Quassy a high priority family destination for safe, affordable family fun. |
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| Sailfest
2005 Website |
New
London, Ct, 06320 The 28th Annual Sailfest starts Friday July 8 and run through Sunday July 10. Begins at Noon on Friday with free non-stop entertainment on multiple stages all weekend long. Has 125 vendors selling food and merchandise. Starting Friday board a Tall Ship used in the filming of the movie Pirates Of The Caribbean. Saturday has the famous Grucci Family Fireworks Show. Sunday has a Road Race and a salute to our military. And don't miss Hygienic's first outdoor Art Show for everyone. |
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| Six Flags Amusement Park Website | Route
159 South ( Main Street ), Agawam, Mass Peter Pan Buses Daily - 800-343-9999 Six Flags is New England's largest family theme park and water park with rides for all ages. Including TEN coaster line-up including BATMAN - THE DARK KNIGHT and SUPERMAN - RIDE OF STEEL, plus our two new coasters for 2005, MR. SIX'S PANDEMONIUM and TYPHOON! Mr. Six's Pandemonium is a thrilling new coaster with a twist. The coaster spins like a top, giving you a different experience on each ride. Make a splash on the new Typhoon water coaster. Hit racing speeds as you are propelled by water and conveyer belts through uphill climbs, turns and tunnels. |
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Last Updated 05-29-2005