Overview
Vernon is a town in state of Connecticut. This town is set in Tolland County which actually does not hold any government function just like the other counties of the state but was merely created to define the territorial boundaries.
Fast Facts
The original town of Vernon was incorporated in October 1808, while it was not until 1889 that the city of Rockville was incorporated.
The town of Vernon is comprised of two former independent areas, the city of Rockville and the town of Vernon.
The two merged and became incorporated as the Town of Vernon on July 1, 1965.
The town is served by a good educational system, with five grade schools, one middle school, and one high school.
The town occupies a total area of 18.1 square miles, with only about 0.4 square miles comprised of water.
It has less than 30,000 inhabitants according to the 2000 census.
Exploring the City
The merged town offers a lot of opportunities for exploration, especially for those who are intrigued by the attractions that each individual place had to offer. To cover all the grounds of the town, one would need a vehicle and at least a week to fully explore the area. Book your Vernon Hotels with Reservations.com.
Tourist Attractions
Vernon has plenty of tourist attractions to visit, both in the Vernon and the Rockville portions. Other landmarks include Castle Sunset, William Randall House and Store, George Sykes House, and many others.
Best Dining Spots
Vernon has plenty of restaurants offering tasty dishes, with local favorites from Rockville and Vernon being offered as well as some international options. Diners can taste the best Mediterranean cuisine at The Eclectic Med’ Restaurant while the best pizzas are offered at Margherita Pizza, serving authentic Italian pizzas and pastas.
