West New Haven Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Photo by Andrew Barney Kavesh
Photo by Andrew Barney Kavesh

Popular places to visit

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Yale University

5/5(2 reviews)

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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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

Activities

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New Haven City Scavenger Hunt Excursion by Operation City Quest

AU$15
Per adult
New Haven City Scavenger Hunt Excursion by Operation City Quest
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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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$120 per night from 19 May to 20 May
AU$120
per night
19 May - 20 May
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 ...
3.8/10 (597 reviews)
"I got there extremely early and they were gracious enough to have me check in before the time which I was grateful for because I had an eventful night ahead of me and I definitely needed as much sleep as I could get. The staff is kind and deals with everyone according to their needs."

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

New Haven Inn
New Haven Hotel
New Haven Hotel
3.5 out of 5
229 George Street, New Haven, CT
The price is AU$256 per night from 28 May to 29 May
AU$256
per night
28 May - 29 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Haven. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,233 reviews)
"Needs to be updated in the rooms"

Reviewed on 16 May 2024

New Haven Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Shelton
Hilton Garden Inn Shelton
3 out of 5
25 Old Stratford Rd, Shelton, CT
The price is AU$188 per night from 26 May to 27 May
AU$188
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Shelton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"It was clean; bed was comfortable. I wish the pool was open later."

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Hilton Garden Inn Shelton
The Circle Hotel Fairfield
The Circle Hotel Fairfield
3 out of 5
417 Post Road, Fairfield, CT
The price is AU$218 per night from 28 May to 29 May
AU$218
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Fairfield. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,088 reviews)
"Was okay, definitely not worth the price charged."

Reviewed on 16 May 2024

The Circle Hotel Fairfield
Best Western Executive Hotel Of New Haven - West Haven
Best Western Executive Hotel Of New Haven - West Haven
2.5 out of 5
490 Saw Mill Rd, West Haven, CT
The price is AU$180 per night from 21 May to 22 May
AU$180
per night
21 May - 22 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Haven. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Calm n composed environment"

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Best Western Executive Hotel Of New Haven - West Haven
Courtyard by Marriott Waterbury Downtown
Courtyard by Marriott Waterbury Downtown
3 out of 5
63 Grand St, Waterbury, CT
The price is AU$153 per night from 22 May to 23 May
AU$153
per night
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this hotel in Waterbury. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice property! I would recommend it! The staff was friendly and the accommodations were very good!"

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Courtyard by Marriott Waterbury Downtown
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Other neighbourhoods around West New Haven

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West Rock

If you're spending some time in West Rock, West Rock Ridge State Park and Judges Cave are top sights worth seeing.

West Rock
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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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Dwight

When in Dwight, you can plan a visit to Yale University Art Gallery and Sterling Memorial Library at Yale University, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Dwight
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Prospect Hill

Travellers like the parks in Prospect Hill, and Peabody Museum of Natural History is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Prospect Hill
New Haven which includes kayaking or canoeing and a river or creek as well as a couple

Downtown New Haven

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Downtown New Haven, Sterling Memorial Library at Yale University and New Haven Green are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown New Haven
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The Hill

When in The Hill, you can plan a visit to Shubert Theater and Yale University Art Gallery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

The Hill

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