The Top 20 Attractions around Simsbury Center
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Simsbury Center. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Simsbury Center is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 20, 2025
Farmington Canal Heritage Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway
The Farmington Canal Heritage Trail offers a scenic and easy ride through Cheshire and Hamden. These routes begin at the Lock 12 parking lot in Cheshire, following the original canal …
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Farmington Canal Heritage Trail – Simsbury
Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway
The Farmington Canal Heritage Trail is over 80 miles in each direction and follows the path of an old railroad line. It's a great spot for biking and is suitable …
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Tobacco barns
Highlight • Monument
Believe it or not, tobacco used to be big business in Connecticut. The characteristic construction of these barns allowed enough airflow that the tobacco could be hung and air-dried within the shelter of the building.
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Heublein Tower
Highlight • Monument
The 165-foot-tall tower soaring high above the treetops was built in 1914. Mr. Heublein, a German immigrant, designed the tower based on buildings from his hometown in Bavaria. You'll enjoy …
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Farmington Canal Heritage Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
New Haven and Northampton Canal Greenway is an 84 mile trail from New Haven, CT to Northampton, MA. The path at this point is also known as the Farmington Canal …
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