Parkville
Hartford
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 entertainment choices 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.
Things to do
Top hotels in Parkville
The Capitol Hotel
Yes the room is clean n staff excellent.
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Southington by IHG
Clean comfortable room, friendly staff, great breakfast
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Hartford/East Hartford
Great place to stay. Right in the heart of Hartford. Bed was comfortable, room was clean, breakfast was good, and the staff were wonderful.
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
Candlewood Suites Windsor Locks Bradley Arpt by IHG
Clean comfortable room with shuttle to the airport and parking available for &10 a day.
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
Sheraton Hartford Hotel at Bradley Airport
Clean room. Friendly staff. Great food.
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026
Hampton Inn Springfield South Enfield
Friendly staff and super quiet
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Parkville
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.
Frog Hollow
While Frog Hollow might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Connecticut State Capital and Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts.
West End
If you're spending some time in West End, Elizabeth Park and Connecticut Historical Society Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Asylum Hill
You'll enjoy the museums and churches in Asylum Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Harriet Beecher Stowe Center or Mark Twain House & Museum.
Barry Square
If you're spending some time in Barry Square, Webster Theater and Assaiante Tennis Center are top sights worth seeing.
South Green
Though South Green might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts and Hartford City Hall.
