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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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
Toilet looked like one at rest stop on highway. No toilet tank, just handle. Seemed underclassed. An extra mirror in the bedroom area would be nice. Only one hanger for clothes was not enough. Breakfast was good. Heat was good. Location was good.
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hartford Downtown
Front desk staff is amazing!!!
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Candlewood Suites Hartford Downtown by IHG
Booked the room for one night & did not stay. Found bugs on the bed. Brought it to the front desk’s attention & she was unapologetic & inattentive. We were given another room with a leak damaged ceiling & dirty bathroom counter. We were super uncomfortable & checked out within an hour. We were told ...
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Marriott Hartford Downtown
Breakfast was excellent. Mo who was working his second day and Christine took great care of us. We are big coffee drinkers and we never had to ask for refills. They anticipated everything. Gretchen at the front desk is an exceptional welcoming person to your establishment. She went above and beyond ...
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Hartford Downtown
Average breakfast. No waffles. Clean large room. Relax atmosphere. Friendly staff
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Southington by IHG
The rooms and beds were very comfortable. Staff were very friendly. Our only complaint was that breakfast, that goes from 6-10, was almost completely out of food at 9:20. They were willing to cook a little more when asked and people quickly ate it. Once there was food it was quite good.
Reviewed on Mar 29, 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.
