Clay-Arsenal
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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.
Top hotels in Clay-Arsenal

The Capitol Hotel
Yes the room is clean n staff excellent.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Express Southington by IHG
Clean comfortable room, friendly staff, great breakfast
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Hartford/East Hartford
Clean room and facility overall. Friendly staff. All day coffee. Good breakfast.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Candlewood Suites Windsor Locks Bradley Arpt by IHG
It was adequate for our needs.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Sheraton Hartford Hotel at Bradley Airport
Perfect stay before a long flight.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Hampton Inn Springfield South Enfield
It was an amazing birthday weekend for myself. The hot tub was just wonderful and the staff was very pleasant and made sure we had everything we needed. The most important part is that they are pet friendly!!
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Clay-Arsenal

Downtown Hartford
Unique features of Downtown Hartford include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Hartford Stage or Dunkin' Donuts Park while you're exploring the area.

Sigourney Square Historic District
Though Sigourney Square Historic District may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Harriet Beecher Stowe Center and Mark Twain House & Museum.

Upper Albany
Upper Albany might not have many top sights, but Cathedral of St. Joseph and Harriet Beecher Stowe Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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.

Northeast
While visiting Northeast, you might make a stop by sights like Keney Park and Circus Fire Memorial.

North Meadows
Unique features of North Meadows include the live music and theatres. Make a stop by Xfinity Theatre or Connecticut River while you're exploring the area.
