Cory B. 
Moving to Connecticut? Here’s a list of
Our Favorite Connecticut Attractions,
Hot Spots, and Restaurants
- Downtown Cabaret Theatre (263 Golden Hill St #3, Bridgeport, CT): This cabaret-style theater lets you bring your own food and drinks, making it perfect for a relaxed and inexpensive night out. It’s the spot for family fun and a great way to introduce young ones to the magic of theater.
- The Lady (191 Ann Uccello St, Hartford): This revamped tavern serves up pub grub, plus has three floors of late-night entertainment, including an arcade and dance floor.
- Silver Sands State Park: A miles-long sandy beach with a wide and sturdy boardwalk for jogging and biking. And if you’re craving more, there’s also a club with heated pools, tennis courts, and a beach bar that keeps the good times rolling.
- Beardsley Park (3102 E Main St #100, Bridgeport CT): Designed by Central Park’s Frederick Law Olmsted, this 181-acre green space is home to Connecticut’s only zoo.
- Cherry Blossom Festival:Every April, Wooster Square Park bursts into bloom for the cherry blossom festival. Enjoy live music, tasty bites from food trucks, and surprises all day long.
- Barnum Museum (820 Main St, Bridgeport, CT): Currently getting a makeover, this museum is the ultimate tribute to P.T. Barnum, packed with over 60,000 artifacts related to his life, Bridgeport, and the history of the circus.
- Tautog Tavern (2926 Fairfield Ave, Bridgeport CT): This New England-style pub is a cut above your typical pub grub. The Tavern was designed as a cozy spot for friends and neighbors to connect and enjoy great food together.
- Ordinary (990 Chapel St, New Haven): With charcuterie and cheese boards, this old-school speakeasy feels like stepping into a time machine. It’s one of New Haven’s top spots for a cocktail.
- Haven Hot Chicken (21 Whitney Ave, New Haven): According to Guy Fieri’s Food Network Show, this joint – serving delectable hot chicken sandwiches, tenders, and the lot – is the best bite in New Haven.
- Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater (500 Broad St, Bridgeport CT): Also known as AMP, this 5,700-seat amphitheater, converted from an old baseball stadium, hosts top bands and legendary acts like Chicago and Earth, Wind & Fire.
- Soundside Music Festival: Formerly known as Sound on Sound, this Seaside Park festival adds big names like Foo Fighters, Noah Kahan, and Fleet Foxes to its impressive two-day lineup.
- Monger’s Market (1155 Railroad Ave, Bridgeport CT): A 75,000-square-foot factory of vintage, industrial salvage, and antiques. Plan to spend a few hours—you never know what you’ll find!
