Friendly Meriden will entice you
The parks and surrounding scenery provide a peaceful ambiance to your vacation home in Meriden. Travelers to this welcoming city praise the restaurants, shopping and university setting. Are you looking for specific amenities for your getaway? Many of our vacation rentals feature full kitchens and laundry facilities.
Activities and attractions in and around Meriden
Are you searching for attractions to see while you're in the area? Venture out of your vacation home and experience everything that makes Meriden a fun spot to vacation. Here are some of the top attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Powder Ridge Mountain Park and Resort (4.3 mi / 6.9 km)
- Gouveia Winery (7.3 mi / 11.7 km)
- Brownstone Exploration & Discovery Park (8.7 mi / 14 km)
- Lake Compounce (9.2 mi / 14.8 km)
- TPC River Highlands (10.8 mi / 17.4 km)
- Machimoodus State Park (17.3 mi / 27.8 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Meriden
Whether you're looking for exciting outdoor activities or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, you'll be sure to find the perfect setting for your vacation in Meriden. These are a few of the area's most enchanting natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Hubbard Park (2 mi / 3.2 km)
- Lake Beseck Beach (4 mi / 6.5 km)
- Connecticut River State Wildlife Area (8.9 mi / 14.4 km)
- Mount Carmel (9.4 mi / 15.1 km)
- Dinosaur State Park (11 mi / 17.7 km)
- West Hartford Reservoir (14.2 mi / 22.9 km)
Transportation to and around Meriden
Fly into Oxford, CT (OXC-Waterbury - Oxford), the closest airport, located 17.6 mi (28.4 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you can also fly into New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional), which is 19.1 mi (30.7 km) away.
If you're traveling by train, you can make your way to Meriden Station.