West New Haven Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Andrew Barney Kavesh
Photo by Andrew Barney Kavesh
Photo by Michael Cruz
Photo by Michael Cruz

Popular places to visit

Yale University

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.

Yale University
Wooster Square

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.

Wooster Square
New Haven City Hall

New Haven City Hall

New Haven City Hall is just one of the places to see in New Haven, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's art scene and museums.

New Haven City Hall
Peabody Museum of Natural History

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.

Peabody Museum of Natural History
Sterling Memorial Library at Yale University

Sterling Memorial Library at Yale University

After visiting Sterling Memorial Library at Yale University, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New Haven. Experience the area's art scene and museums.

Sterling Memorial Library at Yale University
Woolsey Hall

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.

Woolsey Hall

Our pick of the best West New Haven Hotel Deals

New Haven Inn

New Haven Inn

2 out of 5
100 Pond Lily Ave, New Haven, CT
The price is AU$119 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
AU$119
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in New Haven. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions West Rock Ridge State Park and Yale Golf Course are located ...
4/10 (750 reviews)
"Staff was nice Room was clean outside was dirty a lot of trash in a beautiful area"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

New Haven Inn
Three Judges Motel

Three Judges Motel

2 out of 5
1560 Whalley Ave, New Haven, CT
The price is AU$129 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$129
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New Haven. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions West Rock Ridge State Park and Yale Golf Course ...
4/10 (19 reviews)
"In the hood. Like hood hood. But staff got you if you ask for a room in the back away from the base heads. Front desk dudes are chill. Dont bring your girl."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Three Judges Motel
The Best Way Inn

The Best Way Inn

2 out of 5
45 Pond Lily Ave, New Haven, CT
The price is AU$131 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$131
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in New Haven. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions West Rock Ridge State Park and Yale Golf Course ...
4.6/10 (18 reviews)
"Very good"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

The Best Way Inn
Motel 6 New Haven - Branford, CT

Motel 6 New Haven - Branford, CT

2 out of 5
320 E Main St, Branford, CT
Fully refundable
The price is AU$124 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$124
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Branford. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (1,020 reviews)
"Easy to get to, clean and affordable. The pizza bar at the end of the property is huge plus. Could use a hair dryer or coffee in the room but considering the price still an excellent choice."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Motel 6 New Haven - Branford, CT
Trumbull Marriott Shelton

Trumbull Marriott Shelton

3.5 out of 5
180 Hawley Ln, Trumbull, CT
The price is AU$246 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$246
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Trumbull. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Nice facility overall. A few minor issues in the room that were quickly corrected."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Trumbull Marriott Shelton
Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale

Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale

4 out of 5
155 Temple St, New Haven, CT
The price is AU$296 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$296
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New Haven. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,021 reviews)
"Perfect overall"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale
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Other neighbourhoods around West New Haven

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Westville

If you're spending some time in Westville, Yale Bowl and Yale Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.

Westville
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Beaver Hills

Beaver Hills might not have many top sights, but Yale Bowl and Sterling Memorial Library at Yale University are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Beaver Hills
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West River

When in West River, you can plan a visit to Yale Bowl and Cullman-Heyman Tennis Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

West River
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Newhallville

Newhallville might not have many top sights, but Peabody Museum of Natural History and Sterling Memorial Library at Yale University are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Newhallville
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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 Peabody Museum of Natural History.

Dixwell
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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.

Dwight

West New Haven Travel Guide

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