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What to do on rainy days in Connecticut

New England is known for fickle weather. But when summer showers come, there's no need to sit inside and watch TV. Here are 20+ ways to get out and enjoy summer in Connecticut even when the sun's not out.

By Lidia Ryan

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  • If you're going to be stuck inside all day, you might as well treat 
yourself to a good meal - or maybe even the best meal. Thomas Henkelmann
 in Greenwich has received numerous accolades including one of
 Open Table's 100 Best in the country and Business Insider's list of best restaurants in America. If fancy French food isn't your thing, here's the ultimate SW Conn. foodie tour.  Photo: Bob Luckey / Greenwich Time

    If you're going to be stuck inside all day, you might as well treat yourself to a good meal - or maybe even the best meal. Thomas Henkelmann in Greenwich has received numerous accolades including one of Open Table's 100 Best in the country and Business Insider's list of best restaurants in America.

    If fancy French food isn't your thing, here's the ultimate SW Conn. foodie tour.

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    If you're going to be stuck inside all day, you might as well treat yourself to a good meal - or maybe even the best meal. Thomas Henkelmann in Greenwich has received numerous accolades including one of

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    Photo: Bob Luckey
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  • Connecticut has a wide variety of animal residents:Explore the ocean at the Maritime AquariumMystic Aquarium is home to New England's only beluga whales.Connecticut's only zoo is in Bridgeport.  Photo: Brian A. Pounds / Connecticut Post

    Connecticut has a wide variety of animal residents:

    Explore the ocean at the Maritime Aquarium

    Mystic Aquarium is home to New England's only beluga whales.

    Connecticut's only zoo is in Bridgeport.

    Connecticut has a wide variety of animal residents:

    Explore the ocean at the Maritime Aquarium

    Mystic Aquarium is home to New England's only beluga whales.

    Connecticut's only zoo is in Bridgeport.

    Photo: Brian A. Pounds
    Connecticut has a wide variety of animal residents: Explore the...Photo-3131488.88447 -
  • Connecticut is home to hundreds of museums. Whether you're interested in
 art, science, history, puppets or even two-headed animals, there's a 
museum for you. Check out a list of 100 interesting and unique museums here in Connecticut.  Photo: Lou Jones, Getty Images / Lonely Planet Images

    Connecticut is home to hundreds of museums. Whether you're interested in art, science, history, puppets or even two-headed animals, there's a museum for you. Check out a list of 100 interesting and unique museums here in Connecticut.

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    Connecticut is home to hundreds of museums. Whether you're interested in art, science, history, puppets or even two-headed animals, there's a museum for you. Check out a list of 100 interesting and unique

    ... more
    Photo: Lou Jones, Getty Images
    Connecticut is home to hundreds of museums. Whether you're...Photo-7671527.88447 -
  • There are plenty of superstars coming to Connecticut. Check out where 
and when you can see your favorites on stage this summer, and for the 
rest of the year. Click here for your Connecticut concert guide.  Photo: Contributed Photo / ST / The News-Times Contributed

    There are plenty of superstars coming to Connecticut. Check out where and when you can see your favorites on stage this summer, and for the rest of the year. Click here for your Connecticut concert guide.

    There are plenty of superstars coming to Connecticut. Check out where and when you can see your favorites on stage this summer, and for the rest of the year. Click here for your Connecticut concert guide.

    Photo: Contributed Photo / ST
    There are plenty of superstars coming to Connecticut. Check out...Photo-9602246.88447 -
  • Your first thought on a rainy day might be "let's go to the movies." Before you check out the new releases, see what's playing at some of Fairfield County's more unique movie theaters. The Avon Theater in Stamford plays classics, documentaries and foreign films. Bethel Cinema shows some indie films. Edmond Town Hall in Newtown shows movies for $3.00.Click here for a full list of unique movie theaters in Fairfield County.  Photo: Jason Rearick / Stamford Advocate

    Your first thought on a rainy day might be "let's go to the movies." Before you check out the new releases, see what's playing at some of Fairfield County's more unique movie theaters.

    The Avon Theater in Stamford plays classics, documentaries and foreign films.


    Bethel Cinema shows some indie films.

    Edmond Town Hall in Newtown shows movies for $3.00.

    Click here for a full list of unique movie theaters in Fairfield County.

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    Your first thought on a rainy day might be "let's go to the movies." Before you check out the new releases, see what's playing at some of Fairfield County's more unique movie theaters.

    The Avon Theater in

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    Photo: Jason Rearick
    Your first thought on a rainy day might be "let's go to...Photo-6070370.88447 -
  • The Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk is home to Southwestern Connecticut's only IMAX movie theater. Check out what movies are playing on the very big screen. Photo: Contributed Photo / Stamford Advocate Contributed

    The Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk is home to Southwestern Connecticut's only IMAX movie theater. Check out what movies are playing on the very big screen.

    The Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk is home to Southwestern Connecticut's only IMAX movie theater. Check out what movies are playing on the very big screen.

    Photo: Contributed Photo
    The Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk is home to Southwestern...Photo-6509681.88447 -
  • Soak up some culture at one of Connecticut's theaters for the performing arts. You can catch a play, musical, concert, dance performance and much more. Take a look at a list of theaters in Connecticut.  Photo: Richard Termine, Contributed Photo/Richard Termin / © 2011 Richard Termine

    Soak up some culture at one of Connecticut's theaters for the performing arts. You can catch a play, musical, concert, dance performance and much more. Take a look at a list of theaters in Connecticut.

    Soak up some culture at one of Connecticut's theaters for the performing arts. You can catch a play, musical, concert, dance performance and much more. Take a look at a list of theaters in Connecticut.

    Photo: Richard Termine, Contributed Photo/Richard Termin
    Soak up some culture at one of Connecticut's theaters for the...Photo-3450443.88447 -
  • There are many examples of Victorian-era architecture right here in Connecticut, including Lockwood-Matthews Mansion in Norwalk, Yale Center for British Art and others. Take a look at more information on taking a Victorian tour of the state.

    There are many examples of Victorian-era architecture right here in Connecticut, including Lockwood-Matthews Mansion in Norwalk, Yale Center for British Art and others. Take a look at more information on taking a Victorian tour of the state.

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    There are many examples of Victorian-era architecture right here in Connecticut, including Lockwood-Matthews Mansion in Norwalk, Yale Center for British Art and others. Take a look at more information on taking

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  • Many famous authors once called Connecticut their home - Mark Twain and Harriet Beecher Stowe are just a couple. Check out some famous literary houses to tour. You can also read books right where they take place. Here's a list of some summer reading picks and where in Connecticut they take place.

    Many famous authors once called Connecticut their home - Mark Twain and Harriet Beecher Stowe are just a couple. Check out some famous literary houses to tour.

    You can also read books right where they take place. Here's a list of some summer reading picks and where in Connecticut they take place.

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    Many famous authors once called Connecticut their home - Mark Twain and Harriet Beecher Stowe are just a couple. Check out some famous literary houses to tour.

    You can also read books right where they take

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    Many famous authors once called Connecticut their home - Mark...Photo-3548924.88447 -
  • New England is known for charming architecture, and Connecticut is no exception. Take a staycation at one of Connecticut's classic inns and bed & breakfasts. Essex offers an escape on the river.Litchfield County is great for a country weekend. Click here for a full list of inns and bed & breakfasts in Connecticut.

    New England is known for charming architecture, and Connecticut is no exception. Take a staycation at one of Connecticut's classic inns and bed & breakfasts.

    Essex offers an escape on the river.

    Litchfield County is great for a country weekend.

    Click here for a full list of inns and bed & breakfasts in Connecticut.

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    New England is known for charming architecture, and Connecticut is no exception. Take a staycation at one of Connecticut's classic inns and bed & breakfasts.

    Essex offers an escape on the river.

    Litchfield

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    New England is known for charming architecture, and Connecticut is...Photo-6389828.88447 -
  • Relax by the sea at one of Connecticut's shoreline spas. If you want to stay closer to home, there are plenty of places to get a massage in Southwestern Connecticut. Check them out here.  Photo: DreamPictures/VStock, Getty Images / Blend Images

    Relax by the sea at one of Connecticut's shoreline spas. If you want to stay closer to home, there are plenty of places to get a massage in Southwestern Connecticut. Check them out here.

    Relax by the sea at one of Connecticut's shoreline spas. If you want to stay closer to home, there are plenty of places to get a massage in Southwestern Connecticut. Check them out here.

    Photo: DreamPictures/VStock, Getty Images
    Relax by the sea at one of Connecticut's shoreline spas. If...Photo-5824496.88447 -
  • Grab some friends and challenge them to some indoor competition:BowlingMini GolfLaser TagRoller skating Photo: Bowlero

    Grab some friends and challenge them to some indoor competition:

    Bowling
    Mini Golf
    Laser Tag
    Roller skating

    Grab some friends and challenge them to some indoor competition:

    Bowling
    Mini Golf
    Laser Tag
    Roller skating

    Photo: Bowlero
    Grab some friends and challenge them to some indoor competition:...Photo-6339160.88447 -
  • On Track Karting in Brookfield and Wallingford offers indoor go karting for kids and adults. If you've never done it before, you can even get a one-on-one lesson. Find out more.  Photo: Tyler Sizemore / The News-Times

    On Track Karting in Brookfield and Wallingford offers indoor go karting for kids and adults. If you've never done it before, you can even get a one-on-one lesson. Find out more.

    On Track Karting in Brookfield and Wallingford offers indoor go karting for kids and adults. If you've never done it before, you can even get a one-on-one lesson. Find out more.

    Photo: Tyler Sizemore
    On Track Karting in Brookfield and Wallingford offers indoor go...Photo-5626984.88447 -
  • Kids should be active on their summer vacations, but that can be hard when it's raining. Luckily, Chelsea Piers in Stamford offers an array of indoor activities for kids (and adults). Check out what Chelsea Piers offers. If your kids like jumping around, you can also try an indoor inflatable play center.  Photo: Lindsay Perry / Stamford Advocate

    Kids should be active on their summer vacations, but that can be hard when it's raining. Luckily, Chelsea Piers in Stamford offers an array of indoor activities for kids (and adults). Check out what Chelsea Piers offers.

    If your kids like jumping around, you can also try an indoor inflatable play center.

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    Kids should be active on their summer vacations, but that can be hard when it's raining. Luckily, Chelsea Piers in Stamford offers an array of indoor activities for kids (and adults). Check out what Chelsea

    ... more
    Photo: Lindsay Perry
    Kids should be active on their summer vacations, but that can be...Photo-4894770.88447 -
  • If you're into antiquing, you're in the right place. Connecticut is home to tons of antique shops, fairs flea markets and more. Click here for everything you need to know about antiquing in Connecticut.  Photo: Stephanie Wright Hession

    If you're into antiquing, you're in the right place. Connecticut is home to tons of antique shops, fairs flea markets and more. Click here for everything you need to know about antiquing in Connecticut.

    If you're into antiquing, you're in the right place. Connecticut is home to tons of antique shops, fairs flea markets and more. Click here for everything you need to know about antiquing in Connecticut.

    Photo: Stephanie Wright Hession
    If you're into antiquing, you're in the right place....Photo-6088882.88447 -
  • Outlet shopping can take up the whole day, so save it for a rainy day. Here's where you can go for bargains:


Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets, Clinton: Stores include Banana 
Republic, Juicy Couture, Polo Ralph Lauren, Kate Spade New York and 
Talbots.
Tanger Outlets, Westbrook: Stores include J. Crew, Nine West, Williams-Sonoma, Eddie Bauer and even a 
12-screen movie theater.
Olde Mistick Village, Mystic: Stops for kitchenware, children’s clothes, glass and jewelry, and 
gourmet foods. Photo: Paul Bradbury, Getty Images / OJO Images RF

    Outlet shopping can take up the whole day, so save it for a rainy day. Here's where you can go for bargains:

    Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets, Clinton: Stores include Banana Republic, Juicy Couture, Polo Ralph Lauren, Kate Spade New York and Talbots.

    Tanger Outlets, Westbrook: Stores include J. Crew, Nine West, Williams-Sonoma, Eddie Bauer and even a 12-screen movie theater.

    Olde Mistick Village, Mystic: Stops for kitchenware, children’s clothes, glass and jewelry, and gourmet foods.

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    Outlet shopping can take up the whole day, so save it for a rainy day. Here's where you can go for bargains:

    Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets, Clinton: Stores include Banana Republic, Juicy Couture, Polo

    ... more
    Photo: Paul Bradbury, Getty Images
    Outlet shopping can take up the whole day, so save it for a rainy...Photo-5765820.88447 -
  • Connecticut's two casinos offer more than just gambling. You can catch a show, have dinner, go dancing, shop, relax at a spa and more. Mohegan Sun CasinoFoxwoods Resort Casino Photo: Bob Child, ST / AP2008

    Connecticut's two casinos offer more than just gambling. You can catch a show, have dinner, go dancing, shop, relax at a spa and more.

    Mohegan Sun Casino
    Foxwoods Resort Casino

    Connecticut's two casinos offer more than just gambling. You can catch a show, have dinner, go dancing, shop, relax at a spa and more.

    Mohegan Sun Casino
    Foxwoods Resort Casino

    Photo: Bob Child, ST
    Connecticut's two casinos offer more than just gambling. You...Photo-3215155.88447 -
  • Take advantage of a rainy afternoon and go brewery hopping along the Connecticut beer trail. Check out the local beers you can try. More of a wine person? Check out Connecticut's wineries and vineyards.

    Take advantage of a rainy afternoon and go brewery hopping along the Connecticut beer trail. Check out the local beers you can try.

    More of a wine person? Check out Connecticut's wineries and vineyards.

    Take advantage of a rainy afternoon and go brewery hopping along the Connecticut beer trail. Check out the local beers you can try.

    More of a wine person? Check out Connecticut's wineries and vineyards.

    Take advantage of a rainy afternoon and go brewery hopping along...Photo-6275738.88447 -
  • Take advantage of a rainy day and learn to cook an impressive meal that you can serve at your next summer party. Here's a guide to cooking classes in Connecticut.  Photo: Alex Washburn, The Chronicle

    Take advantage of a rainy day and learn to cook an impressive meal that you can serve at your next summer party. Here's a guide to cooking classes in Connecticut.

    Take advantage of a rainy day and learn to cook an impressive meal that you can serve at your next summer party. Here's a guide to cooking classes in Connecticut.

    Photo: Alex Washburn, The Chronicle
    Take advantage of a rainy day and learn to cook an impressive meal...Photo-1916682.88447 -
  • Go out for some classic summer treats:Best French friesBest lobster rollsBest hot dogsBest burgersBest ice cream Photo: Contributed Photo / Stamford Advocate Contributed

    Go out for some classic summer treats:

    Best French fries
    Best lobster rolls
    Best hot dogs
    Best burgers
    Best ice cream

    Go out for some classic summer treats:

    Best French fries
    Best lobster rolls
    Best hot dogs
    Best burgers
    Best ice cream

    Photo: Contributed Photo
    Go out for some classic summer treats: Best French fries...Photo-6503666.88447 -
  • Rainy days are a great time to take advantage of the many temporary art 
exhibits on display in southwestern Connecticut this summer.  Photo: Bob Luckey / Greenwich Time

    Rainy days are a great time to take advantage of the many temporary art exhibits on display in southwestern Connecticut this summer.

    Rainy days are a great time to take advantage of the many temporary art exhibits on display in southwestern Connecticut this summer.

    Photo: Bob Luckey
    Rainy days are a great time to take advantage of the many...Photo-7943780.88447 -
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