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Bristol

Bristol's tallest building is the 29-story elevator tower at Otis Quality Assurance Center near Lake Compounce. The 383-foot test tower, visible from most points in town, was the tallest of its kind in the world until Otis built a second facility in Shibayama, Japan.

Visitor Centers

Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce (Bristol Chamber of Commerce) 200 Main St. Bristol, CT 06010. Phone:(860)584-4718

Things to Do

American Clock and Watch Museum

Harry C. Barnes Memorial Nature Center

Imagine Nation, A Museum Early Learning Center

Lake Compounce Theme Park

The New England Carousel Museum

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