Downtown New Haven Travel Guide
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Visit Downtown New Haven
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.

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.

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.

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.
Shubert Theater
Get tickets for a show at Shubert Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in New Haven. Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's art scene.
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.
Things to do

Private Historic Yale Smart Phone Self Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Downtown New Haven

New Haven Hotel
"Our stay was just fine. Checking in was quick. Parking is convenient, with added charge. Room was clean and had everything we needed."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026

Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale
"Everyone was friendly Clean rooms and good location"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026

Graduate by Hilton New Haven
"Best thing about the Graduate is its wonderful location -- for the Yale campus, restaurants, bookstores, etc. nearby. It's a bit old fashioned -- outdoor stairs up to the lobby, antique-style furniture, college-y atmosphere."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026

The Blake Hotel
"We liked everything about the hotel. Staff was helpful. There were very nice amenities. The room was beautiful clean and had a wonderful features, including a kitchen. The bed was very comfortable. We will definitely return."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026

The Study at Yale
"I had a wonderful stay! I highly recommend this hotel."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026

Motel 6 New Haven - Branford, CT
"It was an ok place just to stay one night to catch a flight in the morning. Beds were not comfortable, I could feel springs poking into my back. The room appeared to be clean."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in Downtown New Haven

The Hill
When in The Hill, you can plan a visit to Shubert Theater and Long Wharf Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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.

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

East Rock
Travellers like the monuments in East Rock, and East Rock Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

West New Haven
While visiting West New Haven, you might make a stop by sights like Yale Bowl and West Rock Ridge State Park.










