Norwalk offers an array of kid-friendly activities perfect for families visiting the Norwalk Inn and Conference Center. Just a short drive away, The Maritime Aquarium provides hands-on exhibits, interactive displays, and a chance to explore local marine life. Nearby, the Stepping Stones Museum for Children is another fantastic option, with creative exhibits designed to inspire and engage young minds through art, science, and technology.
For outdoor fun, families can visit Calf Pasture Beach, offering beautiful waterfront views, playgrounds, and picnic areas. Whether exploring museums or enjoying the beach, Norwalk is packed with exciting activities for children and families.
Maritime Center – (South Norwalk)
The acclaimed Maritime Center has enough displays to offer the dedicated adult visitor days of fascination, but the famed aquarium also makes a special effort to cater to youngsters through regular seal, go-fish exhibits, 3-D movies, and, during the summer months, daily educational cruises on the Long Island Sound.
Silverman’s Farm (Easton)
Silverman’s Farm is well-known for offering first-class hayrides, fruit-picking, farm-fresh products, and bluegrass band concerts, but the Easton, CT destination’s most famed feature is a rustic barn area that allows supervised kids to pet and feed exotic animals ranging from buffalo & llamas to pygmy goats & cattle.
Stepping Stones Museum (Norwalk)
Stepping Stones is a rare marvel, a place where children ages 10 and under can explore water splashing, balls clanging, cranks cranking, and gears grinding in more than 100 colorful, hands-on activities. The museum’s four galleries are supplemented by a safety-first playground and a gift shop featuring educational toys.
