Wooster Square Travel Guide
New Haven
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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
Super close to everything, comfortable bed, and good location! There wasn’t breakfast, but there are fantastic restaurants within walking distance
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale
Beautiful property. Attentive staff.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Motel 6 New Haven - Branford, CT
Regular motel style. Nothing fancy. Room furniture and bedding are new so that's good. No ammenities, as expected, just towles and bar soap. The bathrooms definitely could use some updating and the mattresses are spring with metal frame so pretty stiff. But worth the price for a night or two. Gloria ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Motel 6 Milford, CT
Missed the side chair that wasn't in the room.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hyatt Place Milford / New Haven
When I checked out, I told the front desk clerk that this felt like my home away from home. I have stayed at this Hyatt in Milford many times over the past several years and while the room and all amenities have been great, the thing that I appreciate equally is the congeniality and hospitality of ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham New Haven
It was advertised as waterfront view. I could see the water but the interstate 95 was in the way. Also the entire area smelled like Marajuana. There were two dispensaries right next door to the hotel. Also the area seemed a little sketchy. Many people hanging out in the lobby and surrounding areas. ...
Reviewed on 5 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, Woolsey Hall and Sterling Memorial Library at Yale University are top sights worth seeing.
Upper State Street Historic District
While Upper State Street Historic District isn't home to many top sights, Peabody Museum of Natural History and Wooster Square 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.
