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Connecticut Science Center
Leave your textbooks at home and learn about science by playing, exploring and inventing your way through this interactive science center in Hartford.
Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts
While seeing a play or concert in Hartford’s historic venue, look up to admire one of the largest ceiling murals in the United States.
Bushnell Park
Relax near the pond or take a ride on the antique carousel at one of America’s oldest publicly funded parks, located in the heart of Hartford.
Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art
You can browse the exhibits at Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Hartford. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.
Connecticut State Capital
After visiting Connecticut State Capital, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hartford. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Mark Twain House & Museum
Walk in Mark Twain’s footsteps at the author’s beloved Hartford home. The museum next door will complete your Twain education.
Downtown Hartford Hotel Deals
The Capitol Hotel
Booked this hotel thru Expedia and got a very good price. It is just around the corner from the Hartford train and bus stations so it's wonderfully convenient. Just a few issues - First, the front door on Asylum Street is locked, with no sign to tell folks to walk around to the side entrance. Second ...
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hartford Downtown
Not sure what happened to the pool, but when we booked (a few months ago) there was a pool. When we got there, they said they do not have a pool. Absolutely confused as I found the pool but looks like it’s being decommissioned or something.
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
Candlewood Suites Hartford Downtown by IHG
It’s in a good location.
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
Marriott Hartford Downtown
NA
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Hartford Downtown
Clean big room. Hotel is well located, walking distance everywhere. Building is historical and beautiful, however hotel outside entrance is a bit scary and run down! But once you walk in to the hotel area is nice. Breakfast is ok, process fresh food.
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Southington by IHG
Ok
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Hartford
Clay-Arsenal
While Clay-Arsenal isn't home to many top sights, Dunkin' Donuts Park and Xfinity Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Sheldon-Charter Oak
While visiting Sheldon-Charter Oak, you might make a stop by sights like Connecticut River and Charter Oak Tree Memorial.
South Green
Though South Green might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts and Hartford City Hall.
Sigourney Square Historic District
Though Sigourney Square Historic District might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Harriet Beecher Stowe Center and Mark Twain House & Museum.
Asylum Hill
You'll enjoy the museums and churches in Asylum Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Harriet Beecher Stowe Center or Mark Twain House & Museum.
Frog Hollow
While Frog Hollow might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Connecticut State Capital and Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts.
