Greater New Haven Tour

From history and cruises to shopping, live music, and more, there’s so much to see and do in New Haven County. To help you plan your trip, we’ve provided this handy guide showing the best places to explore throughout the area.

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  • Yale University Visitor Center
  • Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center
  • Yale Center for British Art
  • Shops at Yale
  • PEZ Candy Visitor Center
  • Shore Line Trolley Museum
  • Sea Mist Thimble Island Cruise
  • Winery Tours
Yale University Visitor Center, New Haven

Yale University Visitor Center

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. 

Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center, New Haven

Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center

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.

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Yale Center for British Art, New Haven

Yale Center for British Art

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.

The Shops at Yale, New Haven

Shops at Yale

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. 

PEZ Visitor Center, Orange

PEZ Candy Visitor Center

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.

Sea Mist Thimble Island Cruise, LLC, Branford

Sea Mist Thimble Island Cruise

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:

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