Avon, CT Road Trips
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Trip Routes
2
Longest Drive
54.8 mi
Bridgeport, CT
Quickest Drive
36m
Meriden, CT
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Avon, CT at a Glance
Founded
1830
Elevation
276 ft
Area
9 mi²
Notable People from Avon, CT
A sampling of people born in Avon, CT.
Joseph Alsop
1910–1989
American columnist (1910–1989)
Kia McNeill
1986
American soccer player
Joel Berti
1971
American actor
Stewart Alsop
1914–1974
American columnist and political analyst (1914–1974)
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Traveler Guide to Avon, CT
Avon is a little town just outside of Connecticut's capital, Hartford.
The Pickin’ Patch, Nod Rd, ☏ +1 860-677-9552. People of all ages will enjoy the activities at the Pickin’ Patch. Located on Nod Road, minutes from Talcott Mountain, shops and restaurants, visitors love picking seasonal fruits and vegetables at this New England, picturesque farm. Although fall is a perfect time for families to pick pumpkins, taste freshly made apple cider and take hayrides for fun-filled memories, the Pickin’ Patch offers various fruits and vegetables during the spring and summer months as well.
Five Guys Burgers and Fries, 255 W. Main St (Rt 44), ☏ +1 860 409-9100. Local branch of a chain that's popular in the state. Max a Mia, 70 East Main St. Mid-level Italian food. (updated May 2015) E&D Pizza Company, 200 W Main St. (Rt 44), ☏ +1 860 255-7360. Pizza and other foods. (updated Mar 2025)
Residence Inn Hartford/Avon, 55 Simsbury Road, ☏ +1 860 678-1666, fax: +1 860 678-1665.
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