Hartford, CT
Travel Guide
Visit Hartford
Where to stay in Hartford
Downtown Hartford
Downtown Hartford boasts a bustling business district, housing major corporations and Connecticut's state government. Explore historic sites like the Wadsworth Atheneum, Bushnell Park, and the Old State House, while enjoying convenient access to Connecticut Transit Hartford and Union Station.
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.
Sheldon-Charter Oak
While visiting Sheldon-Charter Oak, you might make a stop by sights like Connecticut River and Charter Oak Tree Memorial.
Barry Square
If you're spending some time in Barry Square, Webster Theater and Assaiante Tennis Center are top sights worth seeing.
South Meadows
Visitors to South Meadows like its coffeehouses and seafood restaurants, and Connecticut River is a sight worth a stop.
The Capitol Hotel
"The location was fantastic, the breakfast very good, and the staff was great and very accommodating. The fridge, TV, microwave in the room were nice. I understand that the property is going through a face-left, which is needed. Some of the room (bathrrom) was not cleaned well but I'm pretty ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hartford Downtown
"Between the toilet making horrific noises, the old woman that worked the bar Sunday should not be working there at all. Nice woman but she needs to not be working, waited over 20 mins for a drink. Which never received. . Woke up at 7am to the stench of cigarette smoke in my room which in itself absolutely ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Best Western Hartford Hotel & Suites
"good for overnight stay"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Landing in Downtown Hartford Near Dunkin' Park
"It says parking is included but I had to pay for parking every day. Front desk couldn’t fix it, the people she called didn’t fix it. Missed a work meeting because of the whole ordeal. Just the night is $24."
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Tranquil 3-bedroom house with AC in Hartford
"The place was alright, definitely not bad nor excellent but it was clean and that’s important. Not much to do in the area (activity wise)"
Reviewed on 14 April 2026
Postcard Cabins Machimoodus, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
"Nature path"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Popular places to visit
Trinity College
Explore the campus of Trinity College, during your travels in Hartford. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.
Mark Twain House & Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Mark Twain House & Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Hartford. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.
Bushnell Park
After visiting Bushnell Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hartford. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices.
Connecticut Science Center
You can browse the exhibits at Connecticut Science Center, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Hartford. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.
Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts
Enjoy a stop at Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts, an entertaining place to visit in 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 entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
