West River 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Private Historic Yale Smart Phone Self Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in West River
Cambria Hotel New Haven University Area
lovely
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
New Haven Hotel
Always happy to be there! Great staff and convenient location, perfect for a short stay on campus.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Wyndham Southbury
Great location
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
The Circle Hotel Fairfield
The room was clean and spacious albeit a little dated. It could have had some more functional lighting. The breakfast was just enough to satisfy you but some hot choices would have made it perfect (apart from waffles). The staff were very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Hotel Marcel New Haven, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
The rooms are very beautiful and clean! It’s a real gem for the price–quality .I highly recommend it.”
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Best Western Executive Hotel Of New Haven - West Haven
room was clean and service was excellant. Front desk staff great and very helpful
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West River
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.
The Hill
When in The Hill, you can plan a visit to Long Wharf Theatre and Shubert Theater, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
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.
Beaver Hills
Beaver Hills might not have many top sights, but Yale Bowl and Sterling Memorial Library at Yale University are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
