West Hartford Travel Guide

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With its charming streets lined with historic homes and a vibrant downtown area filled with shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions, West Hartford is a hidden gem in the Connecticut region. Located just a short drive from Hartford, the state capital, this picturesque town offers a perfect blend of small-town charm and urban convenience.

One of the highlights of West Hartford is its thriving shopping and dining scene. Blue Back Square, a bustling outdoor shopping center, is a popular destination for locals and visitors alike. Here, you'll find an array of boutiques, specialty shops, and well-known retailers. After a day of shopping, be sure to indulge in the diverse culinary offerings, ranging from cozy cafes to upscale restaurants. Whether you're in the mood for international cuisine, farm-to-table fare, or classic American dishes, West Hartford has something to satisfy every palate.

For those seeking cultural enrichment, West Hartford offers several museums and art galleries. The Noah Webster House and West Hartford Historical Society provides a glimpse into the town's history, while the New Britain Museum of American Art showcases an impressive collection of American artwork. Additionally, the University of Hartford's Hartt School of Music hosts a variety of concerts and performances throughout the year, showcasing the talents of both students and renowned artists.

Nature enthusiasts will find plenty to explore in West Hartford as well. Elizabeth Park, known for its stunning rose garden, offers a peaceful respite from the bustling city. Take a leisurely stroll along the park's walking trails or pack a picnic to enjoy amidst the beautiful scenery. Additionally, Westmoor Park provides opportunities for hiking, bird-watching, and educational programs for all ages.

West Hartford's central location also makes it a convenient base for exploring other attractions in the Connecticut region. From here, you can easily visit the Mark Twain House and Museum in Hartford, tour the historic homes of neighboring Farmington, or take a scenic drive to picturesque Litchfield County.

Alternative names: Settled: 1679Population: 63.3 thous.Area: 22.39 mi²Elevation: 125 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 41°45'37"N, 72°44'25"W

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West Hartford Attractions - What to See and Explore

West Hartford offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Elizabeth Park, The Children's Museum, Noah Webster House, Gallaudet Memorial. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

Park • Garden • Jogging paths and tracks
Elizabeth Park
Elizabeth Park is a city park located in Hartford and West Hartford, Connecticut. It covers 102 acres and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The site was previously owned by financier Charles M.
Museum • Children's museum
The Children's Museum
The Children's Museum is the oldest and largest museum for children in Connecticut, United States. The museum was founded in 1927 as the Children's Museum of Hartford, and was known until 2006 as The Science Center of Connecticut.
Museum • Historical place • History museum
Noah Webster House
The Noah Webster House is a historic house museum located at 227 South Main Street, West Hartford, Connecticut. It was the home of American lexicographer Noah Webster, and was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1962.

Monuments and statues
Gallaudet Memorial
The Thomas Gallaudet Memorial is a sculpture by Daniel Chester French located on the campus of Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C. United States. The statue depicts Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet siting in a chair and Alice Cogswell standing at his side.
Synagogue
Congregation Beth Israel
Congregation Beth Israel is a synagogue located in West Hartford, Connecticut. The synagogue is one of the two oldest Jewish congregations in Connecticut and one of the largest Reform Jewish congregations in New England, with about 900 member families and about 2,000 individual members.
Park • Farm
Westmoor Park
Westmoor Park is a 162 acre park and farm located on Flagg Road in West Hartford, Connecticut. The park is open dawn to dusk daily. The farm barn is open 9am to 4pm daily for visitors to see the animals. The primary focus of the park is environmental education. It is operated by the Leisure Services Department of West Hartford.
Church
St. John's Episcopal Church
St. John's is an Episcopal Church located at 679 Farmington Avenue in West Hartford, Connecticut near the Hartford, Connecticut, city line. The parish was founded in 1841 as St. John's Episcopal Church in Hartford. The church's present building, designed by famed architect Bertram Grosvenor Goodhue, opened in 1909.
Church
Universalist Church of West Hartford
The Universalist Church of West Hartford is a Unitarian Universalist congregation in West Hartford, Connecticut.
Archaeological site
Revolutionary War Campsite
The Revolutionary War Campsite is a historic archaeological site in West Hartford, Connecticut. It was the site of a 1778 encampment of Continental Army soldiers during the American Revolutionary War. The site was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1986.
Cemetery
Old Center Burying Yard
The Old Center Burying Yard or Center Cemetery is a historic cemetery at 30 N. Main Street in West Hartford, Connecticut. Established in 1719, it was the town's first cemetery, and its only burying ground for about seventy years.
41°45'58"N • 72°45'8"W
Fernridge Park
Park • Playground
41°46'11"N • 72°44'37"W
Allyn Steele House
The Allyn Steele House is a historic house at 114 North Main Street in West Hartford, Connecticut. Built in 1775, it is one of West Hartford's few surviving 18th-century buildings. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1986.
Neighbourhood • Colonial revival architecture
West Hill Historic District
The West Hill Historic District is a prestigious residential subdivision of the town of West Hartford, Connecticut. Originally the site of the estate of Cornelius J.
41°45'19"N • 72°43'60"W
Elisha Seymour Jr. House
The Elisha Seymour Jr. House is a historic house at 410-412 Park Road in West Hartford, Connecticut. Built about 1770, it is one of the town's few surviving pre-independence brick buildings. it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1986.
41°45'9"N • 72°44'45"W
Benjamin Colton House
The Benjamin Colton House is a historic house at 25 Sedgwick Road in West Hartford, Connecticut. Probably built about 1770, it is one of the town's few surviving 18th-century houses.
Museum • Art gallery
Stanley-Woodruff-Allen House
The Stanley-Woodruff-Allen House is a historic house at 37 Buena Vista Road in West Hartford, Connecticut. Built about 1752, it is one of West Hartford's oldest surviving buildings. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1986. It is now part of the suite of buildings of the West Hartford Art League.
41°46'5"N • 72°43'26"W
Mount St. Joseph Academy
The Mount St. Joseph Academy is a historic former school building at 1 Hamilton Heights Drive in West Hartford, Connecticut. It is a four- and five-story brick and stone structure with Colonial Revival styling, designed by Hartford architect John J.
Library
Noah Webster Memorial Library
The 1917 Noah Webster Memorial Library building is a historic library building at 7 North Main Street in West Hartford, Connecticut. Built to a design by the Hartford firm Davis & Brooks, it is a prominent local example of Colonial Revival architecture.
Georgian architecture
Sarah Whitman Hooker House
The Sarah Whitman Hooker House is a historic house at 1237 New Britain Avenue in West Hartford, Connecticut. Built about 1720, it is believed to be the oldest standing house in the town. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on November 1, 1979.

Day trips

West Hartford – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of West Hartford, it's worth seeing attractions such as: XL Center (Hartford), Mark Twain House (Hartford), Wadsworth Atheneum (Hartford).

3.3 miE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
XL Center, Hartford
The XL Center, nestled in the heart of downtown Hartford, Connecticut, stands as a premier sports and entertainment destination in New England. This versatile arena, with its expansive seating capacity, hosts a diverse range of events, from high-energy hockey games...
2.1 miE
Museum, History museum, Gothic Revival architecture
Mark Twain House, Hartford
The Mark Twain House, nestled in the heart of Hartford, Connecticut, stands as a testament to the life and legacy of one of America's most celebrated authors. This distinctive museum offers visitors a glimpse into the personal and professional world of Samuel Clemens...
3.5 miE
19th- and 20th-century American artists
Wadsworth Atheneum, Hartford
The Wadsworth Atheneum is an art museum in Hartford, Connecticut. The Wadsworth is noted for its collections of European Baroque art, ancient Egyptian and Classical bronzes, French and American Impressionist paintings, Hudson River School landscapes, modernist masterpieces and...
13 milesN
Specialty museum, History museum, Museum
New England Air Museum, Windsor Locks
The New England Air Museum is an American aerospace museum located adjacent to Bradley International Airport in Windsor Locks, Connecticut. The museum consists of three display hangars with additional storage and restoration hangars.
7.9 miS
Arenas and stadiums, Baseball, Sport venue
New Britain Stadium, New Britain
New Britain Stadium is a baseball venue in New Britain, Connecticut, United States. It is the home of the New Britain Bees of the Futures Collegiate Baseball League. Opened in 1996, the stadium seats 6,146 spectators.

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Best Time To Visit West Hartford

Learn when is the best time to travel to West Hartford weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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July is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in June.

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in January, February and October. Most of it rains in March, April, May, June, August, September, November and December.

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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What are the top attractions to visit in West Hartford?

The top attractions to visit in West Hartford are:

What is the best time to visit West Hartford?

July is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in June. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.