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Connecticut Top 5

Most Scenic Country Driving: Follow the rolling, twisting roads of Litchfield County, such as U.S. 7, U.S. 44, and Route 63, through the charmed villages of Kent, Salisbury, Litchfield, and others, stopping in antiques shops, upscale cafés, and verdant state parks.

Maritime History: The diminutive village of Mystic is packed with engaging attractions and activities that relate to Connecticut's rich seafaring history, from the Mysic Seaport living history museum to the state-of-the-art Mystic Aquarium.

Best Urban Exploring: Anchored by Yale University, downtown New Haven has enjoyed a stunning rejuvenation in recent years and now buzzes with hip restaurants, smart boutiques, and acclaimed theaters.

Literary Giants: In the same historic Hartford neighborhood, you can explore the homes—and legacies—of two of the New England's greatest literary figures, Mark Twain and Harriett Beecher Stowe.

Hunting for Antiques: Connecticut is arguably New England's leading source of antiques shopping, and you'll find numerous fine shops, galleries, and auction houses specializing in vintage decor all over the state, but two towns stand out in particular for this activity: Woodbury and Putnam.