Summer is a wonderful time to travel. The weather’s great, the kids are out of school, tons of festivals and events are scheduled… it’s such a magical season for adventuring. It all just combines to make you want to get out and explore. If you’re looking to enjoy a great summer day trip in Connecticut, check out the friendly town of Glastonbury. This city has a population of around 30,000, but it feels like an adorable small town. It’s filled with fun attractions that are just perfect for a warm weather adventure. Check out all the best attractions in Glastonbury, CT:

This is a beautiful town with a large historic district. There are a number of 17th and 18th-century homes on Main Street.
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Dondero Orchards has a history going back over 100 years. It's well-known for its apple pies in the fall, but in the summertime, you can enjoy u-pick fruit and flowers.
Dondero Orchards, 3582 Hebron Ave, Glastonbury, CT 06033, USA
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Click here for more information on Dondero Orchards.
Crystal Ridge Winery is a small family-owned vineyard that's part of the Napa in New England movement. The wine industry is booming in this region of the country, and Crystal Ridge is always reliable for top-quality wines.
Crystal Ridge Winery, 257 Belltown Rd, South Glastonbury, CT 06073, USA
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Click here for more information on Crystal Ridge Winery.
Another great place to enjoy the outdoors is Cotton Hollow Preserve. This 80-acre spot provides a tranquil refuge from the chaos of everyday life. There are plenty of wooded trails and even a creek where you can fish.
Cotton Hollow Preserve, 493 Hopewell Rd, South Glastonbury, CT 06073, USA
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If you're not a big fan of the hot weather in the Nutmeg State, Central Rock Gym is a great place to check out. This gym offers rock climbing day passes, as well as yoga and fitness classes.
Central Rock Gym, 259 Eastern Blvd, Glastonbury, CT 06033, USA
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If you don't have any experience, you can opt to be belayed (secured) by an instructor. Click here to find out more information about Central Rock Gym.
The hike to Blackledge Falls is just over a mile in length and is not overly difficult. It's found inside the lovely Gay City State Park.
Black Ledge Falls, Hebron Ave, Glastonbury, CT 06033, USA
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Click here to read our past coverage of Blackledge Falls.
Glastonbury is one of our favorite day trips in Connecticut, and it's even more magical in the summertime!
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