Lourdes in Litchfield Shrine of Our Lady of Lourde Route 118, Litchfield, CT 06759, 860-567-1041, Conducted by Monfort Missionaries. A 35 acre shrine with repllica of the grotto at Lourdes in France, Stations of the Cross, a picnic area, and a gift shop.

Topsmead State Farm Buell Road, Litchfield, CT 06759, Rte. 118, 860-567-5694, An English Tudor cottage, former summer home of Edith M. Chase, with beautiful formal gardens surrounding it. Tours are offered from June through October on the second and fourth weekends of the month.

White Memorial Foundation Route 8, 860-567-0857, The state's largest nature center and wildlife sanctuary. There are 4,000 acres with 35 miles of trails for hiking. You may also want to enjoy horseback riding.

Tapping Reeve House 82 South Street, Litchfield, CT 06759, 860-567-4501, America's first law school with graduates including Aaron Burr, John C. Calhoun, and over one hundred members of Congress. Permanent exhibit reveals the study of Reeve, the school, the students and their experiences in Litchfield. more... 

All Wars Memorial Route 202, Bantam, CT 06750, 860-567-0174, Honorable memorial to those who served in the U.S. armed forces from the Revolutionary War to the Persian Gulf.

Litchfield History Museum 7 South Street, Litchfield, CT 06759, 860-567-4501, This museum features the Litchfield History Gallery, local portraits, furniture, and changing exhibits. You may want to visit their research library and museum shop. more... 

White Memorial Conservation Center Museum 80 Whitehall Road, Litchfield, CT 06759, 860-567-0857, Come enjoy their self-guiding nature trail, special displays, nature and hands-on exhibits, and so much more. more...

Aer Blarney Balloons PO Box 1528, Litchfield, CT 06759, 860-567-3448, Enjoy a magnificent hot air balloon over the Litchfield countryside with this balloon company that operates daily, year round. Champagne charters are also available. Advance reservations are required. more...

Haight Vineyard & Winery 29 Chestnut Hill Road, Litchfield, CT 06759, 860-567-4045, Winery tours, self-guided vineyard walks, and wine tasting. Tours are offered Monday-Saturday from 10:30am-5pm and Sunday from 12pm-5pm. A wine and gift shop is on site.