West Rock Travel Guide
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.
Judges Cave
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Judges Cave during your travels in New Haven.
Southern Connecticut State University
Explore the campus of Southern Connecticut State University during your trip to West New Haven. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Top hotels in West Rock
New Haven Hotel
Clean room, nice staff
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale
Good
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Motel 6 Milford, CT
No comment
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham New Haven
I was extremely disappointed with my stay. The hotel room was dirty, poorly maintained, and nothing like the photos online. The bed was uncomfortable, the bathroom was not cleaned properly, and there was noise all night. Staff were unhelpful when I brought up concerns, and overall the experience ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Hyatt Place Milford / New Haven
Clean room, great staff, easy parking and decent breakfast. It was all good.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Best Western Executive Hotel Of New Haven - West Haven
Great location and cleanliness The staff was very friendly I will definitely stay there again
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Rock
West New Haven
While visiting West New Haven, you might make a stop by sights like Yale Bowl and West Rock Ridge State Park.
Beaver Hills
Beaver Hills might not have many top sights, but Yale Bowl and Grove Street Cemetery are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Westville
If you're spending some time in Westville, Yale Bowl and Yale Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.
Newhallville
Newhallville might not have many top sights, but Peabody Museum of Natural History and Grove Street Cemetery are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Dixwell
While there might not be top attractions in Dixwell, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Grove Street Cemetery and Sterling Memorial Library at Yale University.
Prospect Hill
Travellers like the parks in Prospect Hill, and Peabody Museum of Natural History is a top attraction you might want to visit.
