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What to do in New Haven


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Downtown New Haven

4/5(138 area reviews)

In the heart of New Haven, this residential downtown area boasts a variety of restaurants, cafes, theaters, and stores. Explore the arts at Chapel Street Historic District, Broadway area, and Ninth Square district, or visit the Shops at Yale.

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Long Wharf

3.5/5(228 area reviews)

Waterfront district with a mix of commercial, industrial, and recreational facilities, Long Wharf offers attractions like Long Wharf Theatre and Vietnam Veterans Memorial Park. Easily accessible via Interstates 95 and 91, and Church Street Bridge.

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Mill River

If you're spending some time in Mill River, Wooster Square and Thread City Crossing are top sights worth seeing.

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The Hill

5/5(3 area reviews)

Southwesternmost New Haven, this area boasts historic structures, Union Station, and Yale-New Haven Hospital. Explore Trowbridge Square and City Point, or visit the Lupi-Legna Bakery.

The Hill
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West New Haven

2/5(17 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in West New Haven, Yale Bowl and West Rock Ridge State Park are top sights worth seeing.

West New Haven
The incredible dioramas of the Peabody museum at Yale.

Each one has been carefully created. They are fantastic works of art with awesome details. 

The museum is well worth a visit. There are lots of exhibitions including dinosaurs and a great 'touch this' room. 

There's no coffee shop but there is an interesting store #sciencetourist #museum

East Rock

Prominent trap rock ridge East Rock lends its name to this neighborhood, popular among Yale affiliates and cyclists. Explore East Rock Park or visit the lively Upper State Street commercial district.

East Rock

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