Greater New Haven Tour

Discover the history of New Haven and view exquisite architecture, public art and campus life during the walking tours at Yale University Visitor Center, New Haven. 

Explore the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center in New Haven. This museum, founded in 1882, that celebrates the life of Father McGivney and the history and art of Catholicism. New Haven’s Little Italy Wooster Street is home to some of New Haven’s, and the world’s best-known pizza eateries.

Visit two of Yale’s world-renowned art museums Yale Center for British Art and the Yale University Art Gallery. They are free and open to the public.

Take a stroll down the bluestone sidewalks and enjoy the Shops at Yale in New Haven that are lined with numerous independent boutiques and national retailers. Or, visit Elm City’s civic and art museum, New Haven Museum in New Haven. Showcasing history, geography, industry, neighborhoods, ethnic and religious heritage and the Maritime and Amistad Galleries. 

Marvel at the world’s largest collection of PEZ memorabilia and the PEZ Candy Visitor Center. Located at the actual factory in Orange where the candy is made.

Visit the Shore Line Trolley Museum in East Haven and ride the antique streetcars along a scenic, century old trolley line through marshes, woods and nature preserves. For lunch, try a seafood hotspot in one of the historic shoreline towns.

Ride back in time with old stories as well as beautiful views of the 365 small islands aboard one of the Thimble Island Cruises. Then, stroll through a charming village-like setting at Clinton Crossings Premium Outlets, where you will find 70 designer and name-brand outlets, that offer savings of 25% to 65%. Other nearby options, include:

Add a winery tour and tasting to your visit. Here's some great options: