Barry Square Travel Guide
Hartford
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Popular places to visit
Mark Twain House & Museum
Walk in Mark Twain’s footsteps at the author’s beloved Hartford home. The museum next door will complete your Twain education.
Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts
While seeing a play or concert in Hartford’s historic venue, look up to admire one of the largest ceiling murals in the United States.
Connecticut Science Center
Leave your textbooks at home and learn about science by playing, exploring and inventing your way through this interactive science center in Hartford.
Bushnell Park
Relax near the pond or take a ride on the antique carousel at one of America’s oldest publicly funded parks, located in the heart of Hartford.
Connecticut State Capital
After visiting Connecticut State Capital, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hartford. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Riverside Park
Explore Hartford’s portion of the Connecticut River at this park. Walk along the Riverside and Sculpture trails, go boating or enjoy a picnic outside.
Top hotels in Barry Square
The Capitol Hotel
Ok
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Candlewood Suites Windsor Locks Bradley Arpt by IHG
Yes
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Express Southington by IHG
The rooms are nice and the staff is accommodating. The fitness center could use an upgrade
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Hartford/East Hartford
Fun staff
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Windsor Locks / Bradley Intl Airport
Convenient location next to airport for an early flight. Excellent check in, friendly and efficient. Room clean. Parking available longterm on property is very cost effective and shuttle to airport.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Extended Stay America Suites Hartford Farmington
Clean room with a good bed, good shower and an excellent TV
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Barry Square
South Green
While there might not be top attractions in South Green, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts and Hartford City Hall.
South End
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in South End and surrounding area, you can visit Webster Theater and Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts.
Frog Hollow
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Frog Hollow and surrounding area, you can visit Connecticut State Capital and Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts.
Sheldon-Charter Oak
While visiting Sheldon-Charter Oak, you might make a stop by sights like Connecticut River and Charter Oak Cultural Center.
Behind the Rocks
When in Behind the Rocks, you can plan a visit to Webster Theater and Harriet Beecher Stowe Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
South West
While South West isn't home to many top sights, Webster Theater and Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts are some notable places to visit nearby.
