Barry Square
Hartford
Visit Barry Square
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 Barry Square
The Capitol Hotel
Overall, this was a great hotel for the night and you can’t beat the price. It was difficult to get the door open with the room key and it was also hard to get the toilet to flush.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Southington by IHG
I always look for a solid breakfast when picking my hotels. This one didn’t disappoint. Eggs, sausage and potatoes, and cinnamon rolls were great!
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Windsor Locks / Bradley Intl Airport
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Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Hartford/East Hartford
Great experience and staff
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Candlewood Suites Windsor Locks Bradley Arpt by IHG
I came here to spend the night because I have an early flight and the place was close to the airport. Also the room is clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Sheraton Hartford Hotel at Bradley Airport
Staff consideration was exemplary
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Barry Square
South Green
While there might not be top attractions in South Green, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts and Hartford City Hall.
South End
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in South End and surrounding area, you can visit Webster Theater and Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts.
Frog Hollow
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Frog Hollow and surrounding area, you can visit Connecticut State Capital and Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts.
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.
Sheldon-Charter Oak
While visiting Sheldon-Charter Oak, you might make a stop by sights like Connecticut River and Charter Oak Tree Memorial.
South West
While South West isn't home to many top sights, Webster Theater and Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts are some notable places to visit nearby.
