Orange Vacations, Tourism & Travel Information

Our Take on Orange, Connecticut


Having Orange vacations can be more fascinating if the traveler is aware of its history. The town of Orange in Connecticut is located on rolling hills that were once owned by the Paugusset Indians. In 1639, through negotiations, the 17.6 square miles of land was purchased by Reverend Peter Prudden for one kettle, 6 coats, 10 blankets, 12 hatchets, 12 hoes, 12 small mirrors, and 24 knives. The town was settled by families whose major trade is in farming. Orange is obviously an agricultural country. But change is slow in this town. And not until the mid-1940s did significant improvements were made. Fortunately, the slow pace of change in Orange paved the way to a better zoning system. The result is a well-planned residential community that still adheres to the New England spirit of this side of Connecticut. The heritage of Orange town is being actively preserved by the Orange Historical Society. The organization worked towards the preservation of the 1830s homestead called the Stone-Otis House and the Academy. But aside from visiting historic places, the kids in the family may use the Orange vacations by learning how to swim or to do aquatic exercises or to dive from a springboard.

Orange, Connecticut Lodging

  1. Courtyard by Marriott Orange136 Marsh Hill Rd
    Orange, CT 06477

    "parking. Room clean, but small" more on TripAdvisor

  2. Best Western Executive Hotel490 saw Mill Rd
    West Haven, CT 06516

    "excellent hotel, wonderful and honest staff" more on TripAdvisor

  3. Milford Inn345 old Gate Lane
    Milford, CT 06460

    "rates availability, photos, reviews and interactive maps for best value inn in milford, connecticut." more on OpenList.com

      Orange, Connecticut Things To Do

      1. Orange Hills Country Club389 Racebrook Rd Orange
        CT 06477

        A very good course! The greens are kept in great shape and usually pretty fast. A good play with nice surroundings. If you can keep your ball on the green with an approach shot on ... more on GolfReview

      2. Orange Hills Country Club489 Racebrook Rd
        Orange, CT 06477

        Located atop the green rolling hills of a golf course, the Orange Country Club has an extensive sele... more on OpenList.com

      3. Race Brook Country Club, Race Brook 1 Course246 Derby Ave
        Orange, CT 06477

        Overview The Race Brook 1 Course at Race Brook Country Club is an 18-hole regulation length golf course in Orange, Connecticut. This medium-length layout will reward good shots and provide a fun golf outing... more on TheGolfCourses.net

      1. Cuzz Acres Golf Practice Center
      2. Orange Ale House
      3. LL Bean Outlet Store
      4. Blue Cube Billiards & Lounge
      1. Jacob Marley's
      2. Humphrey's Orange
      3. Corner Pocket Caf���

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