East Rock Travel Guide
New Haven
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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 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.
Mechanic Street Dog Park
After visiting Mechanic Street Dog Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New Haven. Amble around the area's forests or visit its monuments.
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.
Things to do
Private Historic Yale Smart Phone Self Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in East Rock
New Haven Hotel
"Thin walls with horrible noise blocking. Otherwise is ok."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale
"Very nice place, conveniently situated to Yale."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Motel 6 Milford, CT
"Nice room . Friendly people . Beautiful walking park behind hotel . Dog friendly !"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Best Western Executive Hotel Of New Haven - West Haven
"good"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham New Haven
"Not a bad place. We had a pull out and they didn’t have extra pillows which is somewhat weird. Breakfast had good options"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Motel 6 New Haven - Branford, CT
"Yes"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Where to stay in East Rock
Downtown New Haven
If you're spending some time in Downtown New Haven, Woolsey Hall and New Haven City Hall are top sights worth seeing.
The Hill
When in The Hill, you can plan a visit to Shubert Theater and Long Wharf Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Mill River
If you're spending some time in Mill River, Wooster Square and Thread City Crossing are top sights worth seeing.
West New Haven
While visiting West New Haven, you might make a stop by sights like Yale Bowl and West Rock Ridge State Park.
