Downtown New Haven Travel Guide
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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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Downtown New Haven
New Haven Hotel
My room was spotless, the check-in service was excellent, and I enjoyed my short stay. Will be back soon!
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale
Omni hotel was great. Thanks expedia
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
The Blake Hotel
The room was lovely and the staff great. I was disappointed that the restaurant was closed for a private event. I got in a bit late and could not eat or get a glass of wine. They were nice enough to let me go to the bar and get a glass of wine but I felt like the bar should have remained open to ...
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Graduate by Hilton New Haven
The staff is very accommodating. The decor is wonderfully nostalgic and inviting. The entire facility is spotless and our room perfect. The location is great for walking to many local attractions.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
The Study at Yale
Lovely hotel with great service.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Cambria Hotel New Haven University Area
The staff were very friendly. The room was clean. It’s pet friendly which is a plus for us.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
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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.
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.
Mill River
If you're spending some time in Mill River, Wooster Square and Thread City Crossing are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Long Wharf
Long Wharf is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Long Wharf Theatre, a top place to visit in the area.
Downtown New Haven Travel Guide
- Shubert Theater
- New Haven Green
- New Haven City Hall
- Sterling Memorial Library at Yale University
- Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library
- Knights of Columbus Museum
- White Space Gallery
- Schubert Performing Arts Center
- John Slade Ely House
- Grove Street Cemetery
- Mead Visitor Center
- Center Church on the Green
- Harkness Tower
- Connecticut Children's Museum
- Creative Arts Workshop
- Louis' Lunch
- Marsh Botanical Garden
