Location: Avon
Top Things to do in Avon
10 Things to Do in Avon That You Shouldn't Miss
Avon is an affluent town in the Farmington Valley region of Hartford County, Connecticut, United States. As of 2010, the town had a population of 18,098.
Restaurants in Avon
1. Elizabeth Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 332 reviews
This walkers' haven, with several gardens along its wildflower trail, a lovely pond and sports and concert facilities, is best known for its magnificent rose garden, with 800 varieties of roses.
Reviewed By Otis_108 - San Diego, California
What a lovely treasure in the middle of the city. Was such a treat to walk through it. We happened to be there in October when they had a lot of Halloween things up and that was really a bonus. Loved our time here!
2. Talcott Mountain State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 154 reviews
Reviewed By RedVegMag - Hartford, Connecticut
Despite several reviews that say this is "easy" hike. That should be modified to "if you are young and in shape with no health issues". It is steep, very steep. There is loose gravel and earth for 80% of the pathway, so going down is problematic.
Also those with young children or animals should make sure they can keep them close and away from the many edges into nothingness.
3. Farmington Valley Arts Center
Overall Ratings
5 based on 8 reviews
The Farmington Valley Arts Center is home to twenty professional artist studios, workshops and classes and located in a beautiful park like setting, right of Route 44, Avon, CT., Fisher Gallery with ongoing exhibits and The Drezner Gift Shop and Gallery. You will find painitng, illustration, ceramics, pottery, fine craft, mixed media, printmaking, photography, sculpture, decorative arts and more. Incorporated in 1974 as a not-for-profit organization, the Farmington Valley Arts Center in Avon, Connecticut, is dedicated to the belief that artistic expression and creativity are vital to daily life. FVAC connects the community to the creative process by offering arts education for people of all ages, supporting and encouraging working artists, and serving as a community resource for promoting the arts. The Arts Center is a vibrant arts community that enables visitors to experience the entire creative process, from seeing artists at work to viewing finished creations in a gallery to learning the skills necessary to create works of their own.
Reviewed By mushroommarlene - connecticut
FVAC has been around for scores of years, supporting local artists, offering instruction, inspiration and connecting art to life! The center is a stone two story enclave that are artist studios, classrooms, a gallery and a visitors/gift gallery. The studio artists offer 'open studios' many weekends throughout the year, there are several special and juried shows, stimulating classes and seminars, live music concerts and great holiday or gift shopping to name just a few of the treats visitors have in store. The varied mediums of art from paintings to sculpture to jewelry and more are incredibly impressive, from local and consigned artists, at all price points. There is also an awesome summer camp for kids! It is a little hard to find, near the Avon Police Station, just off the center of Avon off Rt. 44 but the website will direct you well. Check it often, lots of activity and opportunity for budding artists and collectors of all ages.
4. Complexity: A Puzzling Adventure
Overall Ratings
5 based on 187 reviews
Complexity: A Puzzling Adventure An Escape Room type activity in Farmington, Connecticut Search the room, Find the clues, Solve the puzzles, Complete the mission! It is a great way to: Celebrate a birthday Engage in team building and be considered awesome for choosing it as your company event.
Reviewed By Rooindie - Farmington, Connecticut
We had a group of six, five of whom had never done one of these before. It was super fun, everyone contributed to the solution. I can't imagine doing this with a much smaller group, 6 felt like a good number. We thought we would make it without any hints, but in the last few minutes it became clear we needed help - we escaped with maybe 90 seconds to spare. We all agreed we'd like to come back and try one of the other rooms. We did the Cat Burglar room. We were there about an hour and a half in total.
5. Hill-Stead Museum
Overall Ratings
5 based on 192 reviews
This museum houses a large collection of French Impressionist paintings.
Reviewed By HappyTrailsTwoYou - Central Ct
Very nice historical visit with a guided tour. Take the tour during the spring when everything is flowering.
6. Penwood State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By Tracearoo27
We started hiking on the north end of the state park, there is parking at the end of the dead end street. The hike was nice, there is a look out a little over a mile into the hike. There were only 2 other people there.
7. West Hartford Reservoir
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 167 reviews
Reviewed By JBMartiniguy - Hartford, Connecticut
The 'Res itself is a an easy walk, flat and always near the water with great views, lots of sky, free parking and not too challenging. It can also be used to reach the Heublein Tower from the south side following the MMC Trail (Metacomet-Monadnock Trail) Blue Markers or south on the same trail.
On weekends the lots get full(er) late morning to l=mid afternoon, so plan accordingly.
8. Rosedale Farms & Vineyards
Overall Ratings
4 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By Food9er - Hartford, CT
Stopped in to get fresh breads and produce. Noticed the won't tasting while we were there. Seems nice. Priced right. Very low key environment. Just know it's more than a farm stand. Food is always fresh. Produce is fresh and well stocked with lots of it local. Plenty of parking. Nice location that's seems to be out in the country but is close to everything.
9. The Blue House: Nice Old Things and The Junk Shop
Overall Ratings
5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By lndrcookie - Simsbury, Connecticut
The Blue House is filled with rehomes, previously loved furniture, China, linens, antiques and more. An inviting assemblage of things to brighten your day or your home. Friendly and helpful owner. Avoid the big box, find uniques and help the local economy.
10. Knit & Pearls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By Barbanthony
Best knitting store in the Hartford area!! Very knowledgeable and helpful ladies there!! If you are a knitter, this is a must!!Thanks Barbanthony! We are always happy to help :)
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