West New Haven 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.
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.
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 West New Haven
New Haven Inn
"Room was disgusting door didn’t lock you could walk in with out a key note with the stay"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
The Best Way Inn
"No es un lugar de lujo pero lo más importante es la higiene y les falta más olor por qué huele muy feo creo q es lo único q pueden mejorar y poner suficiente papel en el baño yo reservé y no había papel"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Three Judges Motel
New Haven Hotel
"The property is centrally located to Yale, Toads for concerts, is close to highway and train station. Great restaurants within a short walk. One recommendation would be a locked entry from the parking garage as there is direct access to the hotel room floors. The garage is also gated, but the added ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Motel 6 New Haven - Branford, CT
"I think they may be housing homeless out of the unoccupied rooms. I have never had a hotel experience quite like it. It said it was smoke free but clearly had been smoked in throughout the entire property. I will say I was relieved that the floor were hard wood/laminate, but even so I would not have ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Motel 6 Milford, CT
"Nice room . Friendly people . Beautiful walking park behind hotel . Dog friendly !"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Where to stay in West New Haven
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.
The Hill
When in The Hill, you can plan a visit to Shubert Theater and Knights of Columbus Museum, 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.
East Rock
Travellers like the monuments in East Rock, and East Rock Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Mill River
If you're spending some time in Mill River, Wooster Square and Thread City Crossing are top sights worth seeing.
