Bridgeport is the largest city in the State of Connecticut, and has many attractions for the whole family. From museums, to beaches to minor league baseball, Bridgeport has got it going on! Of course, when you have so many things to do, you will need to fuel up, and Frankie’s Diner located at 1660Barnum Ave, is ready to serve you and the family, 24/7 all year long.
Beardsley Zoo: Bridgeport is home to Ct’s only Zoo, and is perfect for a family outing. Siberian Tigers, Maned Wolves, White Tailed deer, black vultures, horned owls, and many more mammals and avian species are all on display. Additionally, The Beardsley Zoo also has dozens of displays of amphibians and reptiles as well. Throughout the year, The Beardsley Zoo also has special events and activities. Here’s the link to their events calendar!
Discovery Museum: The Discovery museum is a great place to spend the day for the entire family. It was one of Ct’s coolest science and discovery museums, as it devoted to everything space. From moon landings to shuttle flights, The Discovery Museum has it on display. They are also home to the Henry DuPont III Planetarium, which features 2 types of projectors that show the constellations in amazing dwtal. Additionally, The Discovery Museum is also home to The Adventure Park at The Discovery Museum. This tree top trail features multiple platforms, climbing and of course zip lines.
Seaside Park: One of Connecticut’s longest beaches lies within the 325 acre Seaside Park. The park was founded in the mid-19th century when prominent citizens, such as P.T. Barnum donated land and funds to establish it. Seaside park is also home to Fayerweather Island, which is a national wildlife refuge. Please note that cars will need a city issued pass to enter.
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Bass Pro Shops: By Alex Gecan, Updated 12:56 am, Thursday, November 19, 2015
BRIDGEPORT — They came from all over. Some drove in for the sales. Others showed up only to take in the spectacle.
But by the time the doors finally opened at Bridgeport’s first mega-retailer, thousands of men, women and children had thronged over the threshold, passing under a five-story American flag with Interstate 95 traffic roaring by in the distance.
Many of them spent hours stamping their feet and rubbing hands against the dank — albeit unseasonably warm — November evening, wrapped in flannel, hooded sweatshirts, camouflage and business suits. Police officers on horses and on foot patrolled the parking lot, directing motorists and pedestrians.
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Steelpointe Harbor: Steelpoint Harbor is an urban mixed-use development designed to embody the most desirable characteristics of a harbor-side neighborhood. A new public realm consisting of a network of streets, open spaces, water views and harbor side strolling. Entertainment venues such as hotels, Bass Pro Shops, and movie theaters together with a mix of residential, restaurant, retail and commercial uses creates a diverse, livable, pedestrian-friendly environment.
Frankie's Diner is open 24/7, all year long. Frankie's is convenient to I-95 and welcomes tour buses!