Take your sweetie to a place that is as special as it is unforgettable by meeting up at Hartford's Tisane Euro Asian Cafe. Depending on what time of day your date is, you can enjoy some of their delicious and soothing tea, which is just one of the many things that this comfortable yet stylish cafe is known for. If you meet after the workday is done, their martini's are just too good to pass up. Plus, Tisane is also known for its cozy, romantic atmosphere that will prove to be the perfect backdrop for your special time together.
Located in the heart of the city, Bushnell Park is essentially a celebration of nature in the middle of the buzzing metro area. Kids will enjoy the expansive outdoor play areas and playgrounds as well as the pavilions and picnic areas that are perfectly suited for parties and family gatherings. And speaking of families, the kids will absolutely love a visit to the Bushnell Park Carousel that is part of the park's layout. This vintage carousel features hand-painted wooden horses that will delight kids of all ages!
Strike up some fun with family and friends at Hall Of Fame Silver Lanes in East Hartford. This state-of-the-art bowling facility boasts 52 lanes that are equipped with new upper monitors that help you easily keep track of the game. There's also a separate lounge area that comfortably sits 50 guests and you can relax between frames as you watch your favorite sporting events on any of the impressively large flat screen TVs. There's also more fun for the kids in the video arcade, plus plenty of pool tables to distract you and even a DJ spinning tunes over the weekend.
Art that stays within expectations is alright, but that's not what you'll find at Hartford's Matrix Gallery. This is artwork that will challenge you and maybe even elicit feelings that bring about a new way of thinking. This gallery is located in the Wadsworth Atheneum and has attracted an impressive level of attention for its activist exhibitions and attractions that feature non-traditional media and themes that are meant to make the viewer just a little uncomfortable–but in a good way.