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Connecticut Bucket List: Can’t-Miss Places & Hidden Gems 💎

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✨ From cozy coastal towns and charming Main Streets to scenic hikes and hidden gems, these recs are your ultimate guide to exploring Connecticut.✨
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Beaches, Parks, Museums Oh My!

🏝️ Beach hair, don’t care — CT edition. 🏖️
 
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I wait all year to enjoy the serenity at Greenwich Point! The hiking trail is so peaceful. I love taking walks to the “Mansion”. Don’t forget the Charcoal!
Greenwich Point Beach
 
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Another great place to walk! You might catch a proposal or get to see some epic wedding photos being taken!
Binney Park
 
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Epic views at this majestic beach. I can’t wait for the upgrades!
Parks and Recreation Sites | Stamford, CT
 
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I get all my steps in at this park! Great new playground for the kids!
Mill River Park
 
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The views from this park are incredible. Stop by “Sign of the Whale” for some tasty bites!
Kosciuszko Park
 
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Another great place to walk! Stop by Casey’s for their yummy eats!
Scalzi Park
 
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Showcasing its harbor setting, the serene 9/11 memorial, scenic views of Long Island Sound, and inviting landscapes.
Cos Cob Park
 
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Compo Beach spans about 29 acres, boasting a broad sandy shoreline along Long Island Sound and bordering the Saugatuck River.
Compo Beach | Westport, CT
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Norwalk, CT-spanning sun-drenched shores, tree-lined beachfront edges, scenic vistas, and the newer skate park. You might get to hear “Old School 203”
Calf Pasture and Shady Beach
 
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Here are some snapshots of Jennings Beach in Fairfield, CT—showcasing its broad, sandy shores, peaceful waters, family-friendly amenities, and vibrant community events. Don’t miss the Sand Jam!
Beaches
 
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I love animals!
Mystic Aquarium
 
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Find your spirit animal!
The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk
 
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Make learning fun! 🤩
Connecticut Science Center: Homepage
 
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Greenwich is lucky to have this little place!
Bruce Museum
 
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So serene! Pickle ball here we come!
Bruce Park