Coastal Connecticut Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Little bit rocky moderate hike, but when to get to the top you will see several beautiful scenic views including one of the reservoir and a little hedgehog looking island in the middle, especially beautiful in a fall. There are several options for your hike, shorter and longer ones.
#stunningstructures this little gem on the Connecticut river was a surprise find!
Moderate hike, beautiful views, dog friendly.
A shot from my walk on the Gulf Beach shoreline on a outgoing tide.
West Peak. Blue Trail. 4.5 miles. 1,100 ascending. About 3hr hike to Castle Craig and back down.

Where to stay in Coastal Connecticut

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West Mystic

5/5(5 area reviews)

When in West Mystic, you can plan a visit to Mystic Downtown Marina and Mystic River Bascule Bridge, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

West Mystic
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Watch Hill Historic District

If you're spending some time in Watch Hill Historic District, Ninigret and The Flying Horse Carousel are top sights worth seeing.

Watch Hill Historic District
Downtown Stamford

Downtown Stamford

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

While visiting Downtown Stamford, you might make a stop by sights like Stamford Center for the Arts and Stamford Town Center.

Downtown Stamford
Five Mile Point Lighthouse, also known as Old New Haven Harbor Lighthouse

Downtown New Haven

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

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

Downtown New Haven
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Westbrook Center

When in Westbrook Center, you can plan a visit to Westbrook Town Beach and Tanger Outlets, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Westbrook Center
The New Haven Lighthouse, at Lighthouse Point Park in New Haven, Connecticut.

City Point

While City Point may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Long Wharf Theatre and Shubert Theater.

City Point
New Haven Hotel

New Haven Hotel

3.5 out of 5
229 George Street New Haven CT
The price is ฿2,940 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
฿2,940
฿3,381 total
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Haven. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,032 reviews)
Great

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

New Haven Hotel
Hyatt Place Uncasville - Casino Area

Hyatt Place Uncasville - Casino Area

3 out of 5
2049 Norwich Montville CT
The price is ฿3,132 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
฿3,132
฿3,602 total
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Montville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,660 reviews)
easy access to the casino.

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Hyatt Place Uncasville - Casino Area
Bellissimo Hotel, Trademark by Wyndham Near Foxwoods Casino

Bellissimo Hotel, Trademark by Wyndham Near Foxwoods Casino

3.5 out of 5
411A & 411B Norwich Westerly Road North Stonington CT
The price is ฿2,489 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
฿2,489
฿3,826 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in North Stonington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,560 reviews)
Was good kinda loud on first floor with footsteps all night n pool was not t open but room was nice . would be nice if they had a long mirror also

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Bellissimo Hotel, Trademark by Wyndham Near Foxwoods Casino
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Stamford Suites

Stamford Suites

4 out of 5
720 Bedford St Stamford CT
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Stamford. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Stamford Suites
DUNE Fairfield Beach

DUNE Fairfield Beach

3 out of 5
1160 Reef Rd Fairfield CT
Stay at this beach apartment in Fairfield. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Penfield Beach and Fairfield Beach are ...
DUNE Fairfield Beach
Luxury Furnished Apartments by Hyatus Downtown at Yale

Luxury Furnished Apartments by Hyatus Downtown at Yale

3.5 out of 5
240 Congress Avenue New Haven CT
Stay at this aparthotel in New Haven. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Shubert Theater and Schubert Performing Arts ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (64 reviews)
Everything here has been excellent. I am a travel nurse and they have really helped to make my trip here the best.

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Luxury Furnished Apartments by Hyatus Downtown at Yale
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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