Where to stay in New Haven
Courtyard by Marriott New Haven at Yale
30 Whalley Ave, New Haven, CT 06511
The Courtyard Marriott enjoys a fantastic location in Downtown New Haven, close to Yale and a stone’s throw from central stores, restaurants and nightlife. The fitness center, workspaces and meeting event spaces make this a particularly popular choice for corporate trips – alongside its comfy rooms, friendly service and great coffee.
The Blake Hotel
9 High St, New Haven, CT 06510
Experience boutique luxury in Downtown at the Blake Hotel, renowned for its stylish guestrooms. Its roof terrace restaurant – High George – is a great place to kick back and watch the sun go down after a day exploring. The bright interior and vibrant atmosphere of the café area downstairs also make this standout spot for breakfast.
Graduate New Haven
1151 Chapel St, New Haven, CT 06511
The Graduate offers four-star luxury in a genteel setting. Expect refined New England touches like antique art, books and wallpaper, balanced with modern luxuries and excellent Wi-Fi. The German-themed café keeps the downstairs area buzzing all day long, making the transition to a popular restaurant as night falls.
Where to eat in New Haven
Louis Lunch
263 Crown Street, New Haven, CT 06511
Louis’ Lunch is a New Haven institution, said to be the birthplace of the hamburger and has been serving the iconic US staple since 1895. It also claims to be one of the oldest family run businesses in the country. Expect perfectly executed hamburger sandwiches, made the old-fashioned way – sliced bread, beef patty, tomato, onion, cheese.
Frank Pepe’s Pizzeria
157 Wooster St, New Haven, CT 06511
Grab another slice of culinary history at Frank Pepe’s. It’s a renowned ‘apizza’ joint, which is a New Haven-specific pizza style that’s cooked in a coal or wood oven, with a thin base. While they’re often served with a straightforward tomato or plain mozzarella base, those in-the-know opt for a ‘white’ base of clam.
Shell and Bones Oyster Bar
100 S Water St, New Haven, CT 06519
Shell and Bones offers seafood catches straight from the Atlantic. In the summer, this award-winning bistro will have you perched right on the harborside, and the sea breeze only adds to the fresh ocean fare. Choose oysters or shrimp cocktails to start, before moving onto clam chowder and seared scallops.
What to do in New Haven
Tour Yale University
Yale Visitor Center at 149 Elm Street, CT 06511
Explore the 300-year history of Yale University on this unique walking tour. You’ll discover Yale’s unique place in American academia, discover student life and see some of the rarest books in the world, including the Gutenberg Bible. After you’re done, be sure to visit the Peabody Museum of Natural History and the Yale University Art Gallery.
Take in a show
Various theaters
Yale has a rich dramatic heritage – and actors from Meryl Streep to Frances McDormand, Paul Newman to Ed Norton have all trained in New Haven. Be sure to visit one of the city’s exceptional theatres. The Yale Repertory Theatre, Long Wharf Theatre, and Shubert Theatre all host major productions and there are plenty of student-run venues too.
Visit Five Mile Point Lighthouse
Lighthouse Point Park - 2 Lighthouse Road, New Haven, CT 06512
Five Mile Lighthouse once welcomed weary ships to New Haven from across the Atlantic. Today, it makes a great spot for a day out. Explore the park, visit the lighthouse and take a ride on the restored carousel, originally dating from 1906. Once you’re done, enjoy a picnic and gaze out at the Long Island Sound.