# Explore Washington CT: The official tourism and community website for Washington, CT\. > The official tourism and community website for Washington CT\. Find things to do, restaurants, shopping and inns in Washington CT\. Generated by Yoast SEO v28.7, this is an llms.txt file, meant for consumption by LLMs. ## Pages - [Town Newsletter](https://explorewashingtonct.com/whats-new/newsletter/) - [Home Page](https://explorewashingtonct.com/) - [Privacy Policy](https://explorewashingtonct.com/privacy-policy/) - [Guide](https://explorewashingtonct.com/plan-your-visit/guide/) - [Plan Your Visit](https://explorewashingtonct.com/plan-your-visit/) ## Posts - [Apple Picking and Fall Traditions in Washington, CT](https://explorewashingtonct.com/apple-picking-and-fall-traditions-in-washington-ct/): As the first signs of autumn arrive, Washington comes alive with some of New England's most beloved fall traditions\! From scenic orchards to fresh cider donuts, pumpkins, seasonal produce, and fall happenings all around town \- there's no better place to celebrate the flavors and festivities of fall\. - [10 Gilmore Girls Destinations to Visit in Washington, CT](https://explorewashingtonct.com/10-gilmore-girls-destinations-to-visit-in-washington-ct/): The charming town of Stars Hollow is a special place for many Gilmore Girls fans, and as many fans already know, the Town of Washington was the main inspiration for Gilmore Girls\. Take a look at some of our favorite destinations to visit in Washington this fall for an incredible Gilmore Girls adventure to experience a real\-life Stars Hollow\. - [A Fall Day Trip Guide to Washington, CT](https://explorewashingtonct.com/fall-day-trip-guide-to-washington-ct/): The fall season is undoubtedly one of the most magnificent times to explore New England\. We invite you to take a day trip to Washington, Connecticut to enjoy the perfectly charming small town experience \- and we have the perfect guide for you\! And even if you are lucky enough to call Washington your home, there’s always something to discover\. - [Get Outside\! A Spotlight on the Trails of the Steep Rock Association](https://explorewashingtonct.com/get-outside-a-spotlight-on-the-trails-of-the-steep-rock-association/): As one of Washington’s most beloved organizations, the Steep Rock Association is a nationally accredited land trust whose mission is to conserve ecologically and historically significant landscapes and riparian corridors in and around Washington, Connecticut, and to enhance the community’s connection to nature through outreach, education, and passive recreation\. - [Favorite Summer Escapes to Enjoy in Washington: 2026 Edition](https://explorewashingtonct.com/summer-escapes-to-enjoy-in-washington-2026/): Summer is here in Washington\! This unforgettable season offers endless opportunities to experience the very best of our town, from breathtaking landscapes and vibrant arts and culture to charming shops, exceptional dining, and welcoming villages that capture the essence of New England\. Come discover the magic of Washington this summer and create memories to hold on to long after the season comes to an end\. ## Media - [image\_67123713 \(1\)](https://explorewashingtonct.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/image_67123713-1-scaled.jpg) - [DSC\_2875](https://explorewashingtonct.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/DSC_2875-6.jpg) - [DSC\_2875](https://explorewashingtonct.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/DSC_2875-5.jpg) - [DSC\_2875](https://explorewashingtonct.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/DSC_2875-4.jpg) - [DSC\_2875](https://explorewashingtonct.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/DSC_2875-3.jpg) ## Events - [Holiday Tree Lighting](https://explorewashingtonct.com/events/holiday-tree-lighting/) - [Canterbury Day](https://explorewashingtonct.com/events/canterbury-day-2/) - [Gunn, The Green, \& Halloween](https://explorewashingtonct.com/events/gunn-the-green-halloween/) - [William Shakespeare's “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”](https://explorewashingtonct.com/events/william-shakespeares-a-midsummer-nights-dream/) - [“67 Portraits: A Memorial Tribute”](https://explorewashingtonct.com/events/67-portraits-a-memorial-tribute-2/) ## Things to Do - [Hays Worthington Favorite Things](https://explorewashingtonct.com/things_to_do/hays-worthington-favorite-things/) - [La Guera Food Truck](https://explorewashingtonct.com/things_to_do/la-guera-food-truck/) - [Hidden Valley Market](https://explorewashingtonct.com/things_to_do/hidden-valley-market/) - [The Smithy Café at 9 Main](https://explorewashingtonct.com/things_to_do/the-smithy-cafe-at-9-main/) - [Gévaudan](https://explorewashingtonct.com/things_to_do/gevaudan/) ## Places to Stay - [Mayflower Inn \& Spa](https://explorewashingtonct.com/places-to-stay/mayflower-inn-spa/) - [Windemere Bed and Breakfast](https://explorewashingtonct.com/places-to-stay/windemere-bed-breakfast/) - [Hopkins Inn](https://explorewashingtonct.com/places-to-stay/hopkins-inn/) - [PoshPadsCT](https://explorewashingtonct.com/places-to-stay/poshpadsct/) ## Categories - [SUMMER IN WASHINGTON](https://explorewashingtonct.com/category/summer-in-washington/) - [AROUND TOWN](https://explorewashingtonct.com/category/around-town/) - [AUTUMN IN WASHINGTON](https://explorewashingtonct.com/category/autumn-in-washington/) - [WINTER IN WASHINGTON](https://explorewashingtonct.com/category/winter-in-washington/) - [IN THE PRESS](https://explorewashingtonct.com/category/in-the-press/) ## Event Location - [Gunn Memorial Library](https://explorewashingtonct.com/event-location/gunn-memorial-library/) - [Judy Black Memorial Park and Gardens](https://explorewashingtonct.com/event-location/judy-black-memorial-park-and-gardens/) - [Washington Senior Center](https://explorewashingtonct.com/event-location/washington-senior-center/) - [Hollister House Garden](https://explorewashingtonct.com/event-location/hollister-house-garden/) - [Hickory Stick Bookshop](https://explorewashingtonct.com/event-location/hickory-stick-bookshop/) ## Event Organizer - [Gunn Memorial Library](https://explorewashingtonct.com/event-organizer/gunn-memorial-library/) - [Judy Black Memorial Park and Gardens](https://explorewashingtonct.com/event-organizer/judy-black-memorial-park-and-gardens/) - [Institute for American Indian Studies](https://explorewashingtonct.com/event-organizer/institute-for-american-indian-studies/) - [Steep Rock Association](https://explorewashingtonct.com/event-organizer/steep-rock-association/) - [Washington Senior Center](https://explorewashingtonct.com/event-organizer/washington-senior-center/) ## Event Types Categories - [Arts \& Culture](https://explorewashingtonct.com/event-type/arts-culture/) - [Family Fun](https://explorewashingtonct.com/event-type/family-fun/) - [Education](https://explorewashingtonct.com/event-type/education/) - [Social](https://explorewashingtonct.com/event-type/social/) - [Nature \& Outdoors](https://explorewashingtonct.com/event-type/nature-outdoors/) ## Featured Events Categories - [wellness](https://explorewashingtonct.com/event-type-2/wellness/) ## Things to Do Categories - [Nature \& Outdoors](https://explorewashingtonct.com/experience/nature-outdoors/) - [Family Fun](https://explorewashingtonct.com/experience/family-fun/) - [Shopping](https://explorewashingtonct.com/experience/shopping/) - [Arts \& Culture](https://explorewashingtonct.com/experience/arts-culture/) - [Eat \& Drink](https://explorewashingtonct.com/experience/eat-drink/) ## Optional - [Sitemap index](https://explorewashingtonct.com/sitemap_index.xml)