New Haven

With a population of 134,000, New Haven is the second largest city in the state of Connecticut. It's the perfect place to stop on the way to New York City.

The small city attracts many tourists who come to visit the prestigious Yale University. Founded in 1701, Yale is the oldest university in the United States.

You must also try the renowned New Haven pizza, which is widely considered to be among the best in the country, if not the world!

Yale University

Discover the 300-year history and the student life of today on the picturesque campus of the oldest university in the United States.

Be sure to visit the university library. The Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library contains more than 12 million documents, many of which are extremely rare (121 Wall Street / beinecke.library.yale.edu).

If you wish to explore the campus on your own, get a map, which will help you find your way around. You can use the shuttle service to get around and you can also take a virtual tour or a free guided tour of the campus. These tours last about 1 hour and are led by undergraduate students.

New Haven Green

New Haven Green is a large park at the centre of downtown New Haven, right next to the university. It is surrounded by government, university and historical buildings, stores, restaurants, museums, art galleries and two theaters. The park features many paths, benches, picnic tables and a central fountain. Concerts and events are also held here during the summer season.

The Green is bounded by Church Street to the east, Chapel Street to the south, Elm Street to the north and College Street to the west.

Yale's Art Gallery

This charming museum is centre for art education. Its permanent collection dates back to 1832, when artist John Trumbull donated over one hundred of his paintings to Yale University. Since then, the collection has grown to more than 250,000 objects representing different cultures, from Antiquity to the modern day.

Yale Peabody Museum of Natural History

The mission of this Yale University museum is to communicate the results of geology, biology and anthropology research. Discover the Earth's 4.5-billion-year history, through a variety of exhibits on mummies, fossils, diamonds, the evolution of the first mammals, dinosaurs, and much more.

Under construction. Reopening scheduled for 2024.

Lighthouse Point Park

Take a walk along the beach to the old Five Mile Point Lighthouse , built in 1840. The park offers beautiful views of the harbour and the ocean, especially at sunset. There is also a historic wooden carousel, which operates from noon to 4 p.m. on weekends only during the summer.

East Rock Park

If you have time, take a relaxing walk in this neighbourhood park, located on the East Rock River. There is a children's playground, picnic areas and several benches. You can also take a small trail (the White Trail) to the top of the ridge and enjoy a beautiful view of the city.

The park is bounded by Livingston street, Davis street, State street and The Mill River.

Little Italy

Pay a visit to Little Italy for the best pizza in the country! Several Italian restaurants, including the popular and famous Frank Pepe Pizzeria, can be found along the main street, Wooster Street, easily recognizable with its archway entrance. While the pizza is a must, the neighbourhood is also pleasant and authentic, but small.

Take the opportunity to go for a walk before or after your meal. Walk along Wooster Street, then down DePalma Court, where there is an open-air market on weekends, and on to Wooster Square Park.

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Manchester Designer Outlets

If you're in the mood for some shopping, make a stop at Manchester Designer Outlets between Burlington and New Haven. This commercial centre in the heart of Manchester is a collection of outlet boutiques that let you save big on designer brands.

You will find Polo Ralph Lauren, Michael Kors, Brooks Bros, Vineyard Vines, Kate Spade, Ann Taylor, Giorgio Armani, Eileen Fisher, New Balance, Eddie Bauer, Le Creuset, Tse Cashmere, Talbots and many more. Be prepared to walk from one group of stores to another.