Mill River Travel Guide
New Haven
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Popular places to visit
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 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.
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.
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.
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 Mill River
New Haven Hotel
Reds to offer breakfast again
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Cambria Hotel New Haven University Area
clean room, helpful staff
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn by Hilton Shelton
Yes
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale
Really beautiful, quiet hotel (We traveled over Yale’s winter break - 2 adults, 1 child). Staff was wonderful. We had a few issues in our room that we let the staff know about. Loved that the parking garage was secure and underground at a great price for guests with in and out access. The rooftop ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Orange New Haven
I took away one star because of breakfast. They provided yogurt, fruit, muffins, coffee, tea, and juice. I would rather more "hot breakfast" options such as waffles, eggs etc.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Red Roof Inn Meriden
Y
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mill River
Wooster Square
While there might not be top attractions in Wooster Square, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Wooster Square and New Haven City Hall.
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.
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.
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.
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.
East Rock
Travellers like the monuments in East Rock, and East Rock Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
