Things to do & places to visit in Washington, Connecticut, United States

Washington municipality in Connecticut, United States. Timezone: America/New_York, current date and time: Thursday, May 02, 2024, 1:07.

Top things to do (10)

• Spas
• Escape Games
• Gardens
• Art Galleries
• Farms
• Points of Interest & Landmarks
• Speciality Museums
• Nature & Wildlife Areas
• Hiking Trails
• Speciality & Gift Shops

Top places to visit (14 attractions)

1. 5.0 Steep Rock Preserve (36 reviews)
   - Amazing any season
   Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas
   
   
   This place is truly a hidden jam. If you’re looking to get some fresh air especially with kids and during COVID this place checks all the boxes. Beautiful ride getting here, parking is limited depending on time of the year. If this is your first time save a picture of the map. The signal is very weak. The trails vary in difficulty but all very manageable. Wear comfy hiking shoes, bring your camera and enjoy the nature. See more..
   
2. 5.0 Institute for American Indian Studies (26 reviews)
   - Lovey, lesser-known museum
   Thursday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Speciality Museums
   
   
   The Institute for American Indian Studies (IAIS) is a museum and research center in rural Washington, CT. IAIS preserves through discovery and education the vitality, cultural knowledge, and traditions of Native American Peoples with a focus on Eastern Woodland Communities. Our museum exhibits feature 12,000 years of human history and lifeways though artifacts and art from across America. Visitors can experience the past first-hand with our replicated tools, instruments, and other items used in daily life located in our indoor Sachem’s longhouse classroom. The 15.5 acres of the museum’s natural surroundings contain several hiking trails, a medicinal garden, and a replicated 16th century Algonkian village. The museum collections, housed in the research center, include over 355,000 Native American artifacts and ethnographic items, two libraries, and archival records available to researchers by appointment. Museum programming includes annual festivals, various workshops, children’s programs, academic lectures, and an archaeology club that participates in excavations, performs lab work, and hosts lectures. Our education department serves over 10,000 school children annually from the tri-state area with hands-on programs and curricula aligned to Connecticut State Standards. Curious adult learners also will find numerous educational program offerings on a variety of topics. Find your adventure today. See more..
   
3. 5.0 Wigwam Escape (25 reviews)
   - Excellent Escape Room
   Thursday: Spent 1-2 hours Escape Games
   
   
   Can you thrive for a day in 1518? Come experience history in a way you never have before. More than just a game, Wigwam Escape is built to teach through experience and foster dialogue about the ways Native peoples lived 500 years ago in a game that's dynamic, challenging and entertaining. 3-7 people, ages 12 and up. See more..
   
4. 5.0 HIckory Stick Bookshop (22 reviews)
   - A Little Old Book Store
   Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops
   
   
   Oh my! What a quaint and charming book store. The first thing I noticed upon entering was the smell of books!! It was a small book store with a bit of everything and it had personal help. There was a person with knowledge happy to assist you and because of that personal touch I bought a book I probably would have never considered otherwise. We all bought books….you want to stay and look around. The only thing this place is missing is a fireplace, so you can curl up with a book next to it. LoL. Worth a visit to this adorable this book store. See more..
   
5. 5.0 Hollister House Garden (15 reviews)
   - Beautifully situated in the rolling hills of CT
   Temporarily closed - Closed until Apr 21, 2023 Spent < 1 hour Gardens
   
   
   A CLASSIC GARDEN in the English manner, with a loosely formal structure, informally planted in generous abundance situated in the Litchfield hills of northwestern Connecticut. Hollister House Garden, a non-profit corporation, is one of only 16 exceptional gardens currently designated a Preservation Project by the Garden Conservancy, whose mission is to identify and preserve important private gardens across America for the education and enjoyment of the public. Hollister House in 2010 achieved its prestigious listing on the National Register of Historic Places and the property was also named a Town Landmark Site by the Town of Washington. The garden is closed for the season and will re-open April 21, 2023. See more..
   
6. 5.0 THE WELL at Mayflower Inn (13 reviews)
   - Spotless Spa
   Spas
   
   
   Our body of knowledge, your body and mind. Expansive gardens, elevated farm-fresh cuisine, an already renowned spa—and now, a state-of-the-art wellness destination unlike any other. THE WELL at Mayflower Inn brings an innovative level of holistic health to one of New England’s most exquisite country retreats. Through restorative spa treatments using East-meets-West healing practices, expert-led health coaching sessions, daily workshops and seasonal retreats, your best self awaits. See more..
   
7. 5.0 Gunn Historical Museum (7 reviews)
   - Great Little Gem of a Museum
   Speciality Museums
   Highly recommend. Very interesting and quaint. Quite small but extremely charming. Always worth a visit. See more..
   
8. 5.0 Starberry Farm (3 reviews)
   - Peaches and more
   Farms
   
   
   You can pick your own peaches or buy them already picked right from the orchard. Sometimes pies are available and other fruits. All are locally grown and delicious. The family collies are friendly dogs. See more..
   
9. 5.0 Brush Hill Gardens (2 reviews)
   - Very nice gardens and ponds
   Spent 1-2 hours Gardens
   Very nice gardens packed into a relatively small space. Extensive system of ponds they created that they call the "Water Works". Very nice people, call to make a reservation for the tour. Bug spray would have been good to bring on the day we went, since a good part is in woodland. See more..
   
10. 4.5 Averill Farm (24 reviews)
    - Apple & Pear Picking!!
    Thursday: 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM Farms
    
    
    We were visiting our daughter at College in the area. We have never been here before and were not sure what to expect. Don’t be fooled by the entrance which is a poorly marked dirt road, because if you follow the road you will come upon the little farm store and rows of orchards. We have never picked pears before and we’re super excited to do so. There were at least a dozen of different varieties of apples to choose from….it was hard to stop picking!! We wound up with bags of apples and pears….more then we could ever eat on our own, so we shared with friends and family. We purchased cider donuts and apple cider from the store and both were fresh and delicious. It was a fun way to spend an afternoon. See more..
    
11. 4.5 The Washington Art Association & Gallery (9 reviews)
    - Amazing Community Organization!
    Spent < 1 hour Art Galleries
    
    
    This organization is so welcoming and creative. I am fascinated by their exhibition's diversity throughout the year. They have incredible parties, a fascinating Young Talent exhibition, and feature artists that pose historical significance on the town. The Washington Art Association has a diverse pallet concerning artwork and is constantly pushing the boundaries. See more..
    
12. 4.5 Hidden Valley Preserve (5 reviews)
    - Lovely way to spend a day
    Spent 2-3 hours Hiking Trails
    
    
    Nice walk on All Trails Day. Trails are well-maintained and very inviting. Bring a map -- some of the intersections are not well-marked. See more..
    
13. 4.0 Liberty Lemonade (1 review)
    - loved this little boutique
    Thursday: 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops
    l was thrilled to find this cute women & children's boutique on our weekend trip to Washington Depot. Well curated upscale fashion selections. See more..
    
14. KMR Arts (0 review)
    Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks
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