The largest dinosaur-themed adventure park in New England
Unique 60-acre dinosaur-themed adventure park, where you spend the time with your family and learn about dinosaurs.
Over 1.5 miles of dinosaur-filled nature trails wrapping around a scenic lake.
Stroll through over 1.5 miles of dinosaur-filled nature trails wrapping around a scenic lake. Learn about unusual dinosaurs and examine fossils!
Interactive educational park for the whole family.
Interactive educational park that is fun and welcoming place for children to learn about our prehistoric past and showcase the art of nature’s creation.
Slide through the giant mouth of a Tyrannosaurus rex to escape the maze!
There are other fun activities for families in Southeastern Connecticut – but how many require you to slide through the giant mouth of a Tyrannosaurus rex to escape?
Upgraded 2 1/2s-story playscape with dozens of features! Ages 2 – 11.
Socks are required.
Open Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Open Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Upgraded 2 1/2s-story playscape with dozens of features! Ages 2 – 11. Socks are required.
Due to inclement weather, the opening is postponed until Saturday, May 29
Zero-Depth Water Playground that offers a dynamic, exciting, and safe environment for every member of your family.
Due to inclement weather, the opening is postponed until Saturday, May 29
Zero-Depth Water Playground that offers a dynamic, exciting, and safe environment for every member of your family.
We are OPEN for the 2025 Season
25 Years & Roaring Strong!
General Admission Includes:
• Over 100 life-sized Dinosaurs in 60-acre outdoor theme park
• A-MAZE-asaurus, challenging maze with a slide through the giant mouth of a Tyrannosaurus Rex
• Melody Magic, musical playground for all ages
• Splash Pad, a zero-depth dinosaur-themed water playground
Open Saturday, May 29th to Labor Day (Peak Season)
Slip-resistant footwear is required
• T-Rex Tower, 2 1/2-story playscape with dozens of challenging features
Open Friday – Sunday in Pre and Post Season
Socks are required
• FREE Parking and No Additional Tax!
• One trail is closed from September 3rd – November 10th for Pumpkin Passage
Reduced rates for post season are reflected below:
Check out our upcoming events:
The Dinosaur Place 25-Year Anniversary Ribbon Cutting (June 11th)
T-Rex Tower
Open Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays
10:30 am – 5 pm
Weather Permitting
Socks are required
A-MAZE-asaurus
Open every day, 10 am to 6 pm!
(Last entry: 5 pm)
Melody Magic
Open every day, 10 am to 6 pm!
(Last entry: 5 pm)
Splash Pad
Due to inclement weather, Splash Pad opening is postponed
until Saturday, May 29
Friday, June 13: Opening daily
Our goal is to make sure you all had a roaring good time!
We warmly welcome service animals in the park, but please note that as much as we love our furry friends, pets are not permitted on the premises.
Indoor activities at Discovery Depot & Copper Creek Mini Golf are NOT part of the park and tickets are purchased at the door only!
GOT A GIFT CARD? Please use it to purchase tickets at the gates in person.
Gift Cards Available!
They can be used any where in Nature’s Arts Village and especially can be used towards entrance fees into the dinosaur park.