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From its origins as a Connecticut River trading post in 1633, Hartford has become not only the state capital but also the insurance capital of the world, with a slew of historical attractions, a thriving arts and entertainment center, a revitalized riverfront and beautiful parks and public gardens. It was here that the lovable Huck Finn and Tom Sawyer were born in the imagination of celebrated author Mark Twain and immortalized on paper during the writer's Hartford years. Twain's home and those of fellow literary figures Harriet Beecher Stowe and Noah Webster are open to the public. The Wadsworth Atheneum, the oldest public art museum in the U.S., houses Pilgrim-Century furniture, the Amistad collection and a special treasure hunt system to entice kids to explore the museum's works. If your timing is right (end of June, beginning of July), you'll catch the Elizabeth Park rose gardens in bloom, but fall is also great for brilliant leaf colors, and spring yields colorful gardens and blossoming trees. For a bird's-eye view of the city, visit the observation deck of Travelers Tower, where you might also spot two resident falcons.
Restaurants in Hartford
1. Painting With A Twist
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Painting with a Twist® painting sessions are fun art, not fine art. Invite your friends, sip your favorite beverage* and enjoy step-by-step instruction with our experienced and enthusiastic local artists. It's a colorful, casual party atmosphere where you'll leave your cares behind and go home with a one-of-a-kind painting created by you
2. Pine & Iron Axe Throwing
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
The most unique (and fun!) way to let loose with friends, co-workers, or your main squeeze is indoor axe throwing! No experience necessary - our throwing coaches will show you the ropes and get the match started. Ask us about hosting your bachelor/ette party, team building event, or other celebration!
3. Spotlight Theatres Front Street Stadium 4
4. Launch Trampoline Park
5. Let's Roam Hartford
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
Let’s Roam is an adventure and tour company committed to helping curious explorers discover new things and connect with others. Through digitally-guided scavenger hunt tours, scavenger hunts, virtual games, team building activities, and custom events, Let’s Roam guarantees memory-making experiences at your fingertips.
6. Sea Tea Comedy Theater
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4.0 based on 3 reviews
Sea Tea Improv is Hartford’s professional comedy company. We perform and teach improv, sketch, and stand-up comedy. Our performers and instructors have trained at the country’s premier comedy schools, including the Upright Citizens Brigade Theater, Second City, ImprovBoston, and more. We’ve done hundreds of shows & classes for thousands of audience members & students since 2009. See our shows at Sea Tea Comedy Theater at 15 Asylum St. in Downtown Hartford! We teach comedy classes and workshops in our own comedy Studios on the 5th floor of 75 Pratt St. in Downtown Hartford. We’re also available for hire as your event entertainment. We can perform at your workplace, and even lead improv for business workshops.
7. Bow Tie Cinema City at the Palace
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3.0 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By sdda2019
We were invited by NBMBAA to a virtual pop up showing of Queen & Slim. The process was very smooth getting into the theater (line up, show our pass, go into theater). The employees working the concessions were very nice. The theatre had the lights turned down before the movie started. Reggie, from Hot 93.7 chatted with the audience briefly and gave away a few prizes. The movie came on in a timely manner. There was a security officer posted in the theater for the entire movie. The movie was vey good, but sad! When the movie ended, the theater never turned on the lights in order for us to exit the theater. This was a very hazardous situation. I used my mobile to assist an elderly man with a cane. The security officer did nothing. The audience was diverse and there were several older movie goers. We complained to the General manager, Sheri Mosher-Helmes. She did not seem concerned. Her response was that they tested the lights earlier. Really? Her response should have been, "I apologize, we'll make sure it does not happen again!"
8. Ducks on the Ave
No stay in the Hartford area is complete without a trip to our 1930s historic landmark. Centrally located in the beautiful West End of Hartford, a night of drinks, dinner and bowling fun is just around the corner!
9. Operation City Quest Scavenger Hunt of Hartford
Looking for things to do in Hartford? We can help you see the city in a different way with our city scavenger hunts. Using your smartphone, you'll be given a list of challenges to complete and riddles to solve on our scavenger hunt app. You'll have a remote "Host" that will help you along the way. Your goal is to find all the items in Hartford to beat the game.
10. Crazy Dash of Hartford
Looking for things to do in Hartford? We can help you see the city in a different way with our Crazy Dash city scavenger hunts. Using your smartphone, you'll be given a list of challenges to complete and items to find on our scavenger hunt app. You'll have a remote "Host" that will help you along the way. Your goal is to find all the items in Hartford to beat the game.
