The Connecticut Science Center is dedicated to inspiring lifelong learning through interactive and innovative experiences that explore our changing world through science. With more than 165 hands-on exhibits, a 3D digital theater, four educational labs, daily LIVE Science experience, a host of special programming and family events, and home to Connecticut’s only year-round indoor tropical Butterfly habitat – Butterfly Encounter. The Connecticut Science Center offers endless exploration for children, teens, and adults. Our architecturally stunning building is a 154,000-square-foot state-of-the

You are invited to discover some of Connecticut's agricultural bounty: its beautiful vineyards and fine wines. The Connecticut Wine Council encompasses 40 wineries all over the state. Sit on a patio of a Connecticut winery and enjoy the high quality of wines the vineyards offer. 40 Connecticut farm wineries and two Connecticut wine festivals participate in the Passport to Connecticut Farm Wineries Program which runs annually from May to November. To get started, pick up a Passport at any of the 40 Connecticut farm wineries . Once you have a Passport, tour around Connecticut visiting farm

A specialty winery nestled in southeastern coastal Connecticut. Located on an 18th century, 97 acres farm. Maugle Vineyards is just 10 minutes to Mystic Seaport, five minutes to Foxwoods Resort Casino and 10 minutes to Mohegan Sun. Visitors who come for a wine tasting, glass or bottle of wine, may with wine a purchase, bring their own picnic lunch, and enjoy the wine patio and deck. Must be 21 years of age to participate.Groups of eight or more, require reservations, e-mail [email protected] for a reservation. Winemaking questions are always welcome. Other amenities: Dining Nearby, Parking

You may know the area around the Hampton Inn & Suites hotel in West Haven, Connecticut for the beautiful shoreline - it stretches 10.6 square miles. If you do not know West Haven, you will enjoy getting familiar with all the historic town has to offer. From bird watching to an unparalleled overview of the town's history at the Savin Rock Museum. In West Haven, much has been preserved for your enjoyment. Once you have poked about downtown, make sure to explore many of the excellent opportunities nearby. Other amenities: 24 Hour Front Desk, 24 Hour Service, Dining nearby, Elevator, Laundry, Maid

Connecticut Green Lodging certified. The Residence Inn Milford is a 74-room hotel located off of I-95 in New Haven County. It provides the comforts of home with its spacious studios, one-bedroom or two-bedroom suites each with fully equipped kitchens and separate living areas. In fact, our suites are 50-75 percent larger than the standard hotel room. In addition, we offer a complimentary hot breakfast buffet and an evening hospitality Monday through Wednesday as well as complimentary grocery shopping service, free high-speed wired internet access, free newspapers and fitness room.

Connecticut Green Lodging certified. SpringHill Suites by Marriott in Milford is a great option for travelers who need a little more space than the average room without the added expense. With up to 25% more room than the standard hotel room, SpringHill Suites offers travelers separate areas for eating, working and relaxing. These suites feature useful amenities such as a kitchenette with mini-refrigerator, microwave, and coffee makers. Additional hotel amenities include complimentary full hot breakfast, free local phone calls, free wireless, and high-speed internet access, business center

Guests of this Milldale Southington hotel are invited to enjoy many fine features and amenities like free continental breakfast, free wireless high-speed Internet access, free local calls, exercise room, and pet-friendly. Business travelers can take advantage of the copy and fax services. We have a banquet and meeting room that accommodates most business or social functions. All of our guest rooms come with coffee makers, curved shower rods, hair dryers, spacious work desks and cable television. Some rooms are equipped with microwaves, refrigerators, and whirlpool bathtubs. Non-smoking rooms

Discover Connecticut’s artistic treasures along the award-winning CT Art Trail, 24 world-class museums and historic sites ranging from bucolic farms, art studios and former artists’ boarding houses to grand and modern downtown art museums. 24 museums featuring over 500,000 works of art within permanent collections. Make the Connecticut Art Trail the centerpiece of your next travel experience by purchasing the $35 Passport-Journal, which unlocks hundreds of dollars in discounts, gifts, and other benefits. The Passport-Journal allows pass-holders admission to all 24 member museums and historic

Shoreline arts center offering visual and performing arts programming including The Autumn Art Trail, Our NightOut Concert Music Series, Theater Speak, Summer Art and Performance camps for children and teens, art birthday parties, Sunday Afternoon with an Artist workshops

Center-chimney Colonial where American soldiers found refuge after losing the battle of Fort Griswold on Sept. 6, 1781 to the British. Other amenities: Dining Nearby, Parking