The Ice Cream Shop at Nature's Art Village

1650 Hartford-New London Turnpike, Oakdale
(860) 443-4367

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Christine Lynn

I live nearby so I'm in there often. The staff has always been helpful, they carry a wide array of different gemstones, beads, and fossils, and prices aren't bad. i bought a beautiful stone I was expecting to be close to a hundred dollars for less than $20. i highly recommend. Side note: The mini golf course is VERY challenging. I was an "age restriction" complainer until I played it. It's very beautiful though.

Matt Comeau

Insanely small portions. We were definitely disappointed when they handed us our order. No exaggeration, a “3 scoop” was the equivalent to a 1 and 1/2 scoop.

It’s Giffords ice cream, so of course it taste good.

The rest of the place is great. But we will literally drive down the road next time for out “afternoon treat” in the future.

willku9000

The icecream here is really good. Particularly for an icecream parlor attached to a roadside attraction. The people are also super kind and helpful, there’s a decent amount of places to sit and when you’re done it’s conveniently located, attached to an amazing Dinosaur Park and a pretty good mini golf course. Would definitely recommend this place, particularly if you have kids or are a Dinosaur nut with a sweet tooth like me.

Jeanie Dee

We have been coming here for several years. The kids always have a great time! The staff does a super job of setting up for the festivities. During the summer the splash pad is a big hit. Love that you can bring in your own food. It’s a great and easy place to take the young ones.

Angela C. Gilkes

My son (9yo) had a great time at Discovery Depot. He dug for gems in the mine, panned for gold & picked out 2 geodes. Special thank yous to Victoria who helped him pick out the geodes & opened them & Brandon in the gem shop who spent an hour talking to my son about geodes. Everyone was extremely knowledgeable & kind.

Kimberly Cote

Website said it was open, went there an hour away and all that was open was the gift shop. Make sure you call ahead because the website is not accurate.

Desiree Montesano

It was a great day trip experience. From the Dino park to the shops. We had a great time. The staff was friendly and the young lady that helped us in the jackpot mine should be working in Disney world! She was so exceptional with the kids and is great at what she does.

Stacey Stewart Curry

My family took a wire wrap class yesterday. It was amazing! Jessica is so talented and patient. Definitely a 5 Stars.

Carmen Alvarez Torres

I took my grandkids n niece all under 3 on Sunday Aug 28 they had an amazing time, place was super clean, people were very nice so much to learn. I do have one suggestion I would be nice if there was roaring sounds as you walk the woods to make it more interesting and realistic.

Erin Innis

I cannot say enough wonderful things about this place. Easily a whole day of fun for all ages! The entire facility is so clean, lots of shade, very pleasant and polite staff, everything is obviously well cared for. Our 1yo had an amazing day full of laughs and smiles, priceless!

Matthew Marchon

This place is incredible! My wife found rare crystals we've been searching for all over New England, good prices too. The selection is hands down the best I've seen. Oh and Brandon was amazing and really knows his stuff. We'll be going back every chance we get.

Jocelyn Shinney

My son loves dinosaurs and this was the perfect spot to spend his 3rd birthday. We had an amazing day full of awe struck moments. The playground itself is worth the admission. We were at the Dinosaur Place yesterday and he’s been begging to go back ever since we left. Def recommend!

Carol Anderson Johnson

Everything, it is an awesome place! Fun for all ages.

Carol AJ

Everything, it is an awesome place! Fun for all ages.

Joanna Kowal

Pricey but very well organized, clean, family friendly. Love it.

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The Ice Cream Shop at Nature's Art Village

1650 Hartford-New London Turnpike, Oakdale, CT 06370
(860) 443-4367