Wooster Square Travel Guide
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Yale Bowl
Catch an event at Yale Bowl during your trip to 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 Wooster Square
New Haven Hotel
"Easy check in. Super clean hotel. Friendly staff."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale
"Great!"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Best Western Executive Hotel Of New Haven - West Haven
"Everything went very well; the cleaning lady was very friendly and attentive. The only thing I didn't like was that when I went down for breakfast, the guy preparing the food had a sour look on his face and a bad attitude—which I don't think is right, because you're not staying there for free, so ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Motel 6 Milford, CT
"Nothing out of the ordinary for the price the other only thing is the room I stayed in once u took a shower everything leaked out and it can be a hazard to trip although I called front desk it seemed like nobody helped out but it’s alright ."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham New Haven
"Rooms were not cleaned at all. Floors were filthy and sticky. The pull out couch mattress had very questionable stains all over it. The bed had hair and stains under the covers. The restroom floor was dirty and had hair. The only good thing was they changed out our towels daily. Breakfast was decent. ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Hyatt Place Milford / New Haven
"Loved the staff and the room! There was no hot tub, hasn't been one since covid although it's in the pictures and description. Close to everything. Great weekend away!"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Wooster Square
Mill River
If you're spending some time in Mill River, Wooster Square and Thread City Crossing are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown New Haven
If you're spending some time in Downtown New Haven, Sterling Memorial Library at Yale University and New Haven City Hall are top sights worth seeing.
Upper State Street Historic District
While Upper State Street Historic District isn't home to many top sights, Wooster Square and New Haven City Hall 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.
Fair Haven
Though Fair Haven may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like East Rock Park and Wooster Square.
East Rock
Travellers like the monuments in East Rock, and East Rock Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
