Downtown New Haven Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown New Haven
Popular places to visit
Yale University
Walk around the campus of Yale University, a top university in New Haven. Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's art scene.
New Haven Green
After visiting New Haven Green, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New Haven. Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's art scene.
Wooster Square
Find out about the history of New Haven when you take a trip to Wooster Square. Experience the area's art scene and museums.
Peabody Museum of Natural History
You can browse the exhibits at Peabody Museum of Natural History, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to New Haven. Experience the area's art scene and museums.
Shubert Theater
Get tickets for a show at Shubert Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in New Haven. Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's art scene.
Woolsey Hall
Get tickets for a show at Woolsey Hall, a theatre with a story to tell in New Haven. Experience the area's art scene and museums.
Our pick of the best Downtown New Haven Hotel Deals
New Haven Hotel
Really helpful staff Conveniently located within walking distance to Yale Beautiful and nicely-equipped lobby area for working after check-out
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale
I loved the hotel and our hotel room! It was very rich-looking and filled with warmth. The staff was friendly and professional.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Graduate by Hilton New Haven
Everything was excellent—we had a great stay and would absolutely return. The only minor issue was that the mattresses felt a bit worn and slightly saggy and could use an update. There’s no on-site parking, but the parking garage is less than a 3-minute walk from the hotel, which was still very ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
The Blake Hotel
The location is perfect for exploring New Haven. It is close to galleries, great food and Yale University. Although we didn’t use it, it was nice to have complete kitchen available. Great Hotel!
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
The Study at Yale
The location was convenient. We liked the accommodations. Although the room did not come with a fridge, hot water kettle or a microwave, the staff helped us out to address the situation. The only other thing was the wifi did not work with our laptops and there were not enough plugs to accommodate ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Motel 6 Milford, CT
The property was convenient to where I am going. The price was very good. The room had a big fridge and microwave
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown New Haven
Wooster Square
While there might not be top attractions in Wooster Square, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Wooster Square and New Haven City Hall.
Mill River
If you're spending some time in Mill River, Wooster Square and Thread City Crossing are top sights worth seeing.
Dwight
When in Dwight, you can plan a visit to Sterling Memorial Library at Yale University and Shubert Theater, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Dixwell
While there might not be top attractions in Dixwell, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sterling Memorial Library at Yale University and Woolsey Hall.
Upper State Street Historic District
While Upper State Street Historic District isn't home to many top sights, Peabody Museum of Natural History and Wooster Square are some notable places to visit nearby.
Prospect Hill
Travellers like the parks in Prospect Hill, and Peabody Museum of Natural History is a top attraction you might want to visit.
