Downtown Hartford Travel Guide
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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.
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.
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 entertainment choices and great live music.
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.
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.
Our pick of the best Downtown Hartford Hotel Deals
The Capitol Hotel
"On sight parking was a little quirky, everything else was excellent. One of the best hotel breakfasts we have seen."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hartford Downtown
"I reserved the room through Expedia ten minutes before my arrival, but it took nearly an hour for hotel staff to receive the reservation. In the interval, the room I requested was given to a walk-in customer. The staff blamed Expedia's reservation system, but I knew the reservation had been sent ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
The Goodwin Hotel
"We would stay here again we absolutely loved the decor. It was modern funky and grand. We love the bar downstairs with the adorable DJ. She was amazing. I don’t know her name, but we love the music and her vibe. Great location, great price, comfortable bed, clean room."
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Candlewood Suites Hartford Downtown by IHG
"Not the best location but the room was clean and spacious and the front desk help was good. We would have liked our room cleaned up and towels, coffee replaced but were told they only do that if you stay a week. Otherwise just fine for two nights"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Hartford Downtown
Marriott Hartford Downtown
"Price was that of a five star but the room was like any other Marriott or Hilton. Dated, tiny bathroom, door for bathroom opened into the bathroom and nearly hit toilet. We expected more for the price"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Hartford
Clay-Arsenal
Clay-Arsenal might not have many top sights, but Dunkin' Donuts Park and Xfinity Theatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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
While there might not be top attractions in South Green, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts and Hartford City Hall.
Sigourney Square Historic District
Though Sigourney Square Historic District may 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
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Frog Hollow and surrounding area, you can visit Connecticut State Capital and Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts.
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