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.
Barry Square
If you're spending some time in Barry Square, Webster Theater and Assaiante Tennis Center are top sights worth seeing.
Sheldon-Charter Oak
While visiting Sheldon-Charter Oak, you might make a stop by sights like Connecticut River and Charter Oak Tree Memorial.
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.
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.
North Meadows
Unique features of North Meadows include the live music and theaters. Make a stop by Xfinity Theatre or Connecticut River while you're exploring the area.
The Capitol Hotel
Yes the room is clean n staff excellent.
Reviewed on 5 January 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hartford Downtown
yes
Reviewed on 24 December 2025
The Goodwin Hotel
Great staff and fantastic rooms
Reviewed on 1 January 2026
Lux Boutique Large Private LOFT Pratt St Hartford
Blake is the best. Any question you have for him he don’t hesitate to give you an answer.
Reviewed on 22 December 2025
XL Center 1-BR Condo|DWNTN Hartford|Easy Parking
The location is fabulous to the convention center is fabulous!
Reviewed on 24 July 2025
Postcard Cabins Machimoodus, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Staff was sooo helpful that stood out the most honestly I loved it I’ll book again definitely
Reviewed on 1 January 2026
Popular places to visit
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 entertainment choices 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 entertainment choices and great live music.
Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts
Get tickets for a show at Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts, a theater with a story to tell in 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 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.
Riverside Park
Riverside Park is just one of the places to see in Hartford, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.
Other places like Hartford
- Connecticut Convention Center
- PeoplesBank Arena
- Xfinity Theatre
- Connecticut Science Center
- Mark Twain House & Museum
- University of Hartford
- Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts
- Trinity College
- Hartford Hospital
- Bushnell Park
- Elizabeth Park
- Dunkin' Donuts Park
- Webster Theater
- Connecticut State Capital
- Riverside Park
- Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center
- Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art
- Hartford City Hall
- Hartford Stage
- Hartford Downtown Farmers Market
- Harriet Beecher Stowe Center
- Connecticut Office of Culture and Tourism
- Travelers Tower
- Mortensen Riverfront Plaza
- Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch
- Hartford Symphony Orchestra
- Butler McCook House and Garden
- Keney Park
- Hartford State Armory
- Cathedral of St. Joseph
- Ancient Burying Ground
- Connecticut State Library
