Barnum Museum, The 820 Main Street, Bridgeport, CT 06604, 203-331-1104, This wonderful museum tells the story of the founder of "The Greatest Show on Earth", P.T. Barnum. Exhibits include those on Tom Thumb, Jenny Lind, a five-ring, handcarved miniature circus, clown props, and much more. Open daily except for Mondays and admission is charged. more... 

Housatonic Museum of Art 900 Lafayette Boulevard, Bridgeport, CT 06604, 203-332-5000, Over 4,000 items including 19th- and 20th- century European and American art. Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Thursday evening until 7 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. (call for summer and holiday times) Sunday, noon until 4 p.m. (call for summer and holiday times)  more... 

Beardsley Zoological Gardens 1875 Noble Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06610, 203-394-6565, Fun and exciting zoo consisting of 36-acres of exhibits of different animals, picnic area, and snack bar. more... 

Discovery Museum and Planetarium, The 4450 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06604, 203-372-3521, There are many activities for the family to enjoy here including a learning center with computer-simulated space missions, special shows, various educational programs, and a planetarium. Open daily except for Mondays and admission is charged. more... 

Captain's Cove Seaport 1 Bostwick Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06605, 203-335-1433, Enjoy a guided one-day tour of Black Rock Harbor aboard the 40-foot Navy launch Chief.  more... 

Coastal Charter Company One Bostwick Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06605, Captain's Cove Marina, 203-268-6339 ; 203-334-9256, Step aboard this beautiful 53-foot Hatteras motor yacht and enjoy sightseeing and lunch and dinner cruises. Reservations are required. Overnight cruises are available for up to six passengers. Cruises are available from April 15th to November 15th.