Discover New Haven

Welcome to Downtown New Haven, where invention meets appetite. Pizza gets its coal-fired char, burgers keep the ketchup off, and bookstores and boutiques open their doors to curious minds. Art spills into public space, and classrooms sit a short walk from labs that push ideas forward.

Connections happen here. Museums, theaters, and music venues share blocks with cafés and research hubs. World-class healthcare keeps the neighborhood humming day and night. You feel the energy on the Green at lunchtime and again when the curtain rises after dark.

Place matters. We have been on a nine-square grid since 1638, which makes exploring simple and fun. Between Boston and New York, New Haven is the smart spot with a walkable core, a creative streak, and a welcome that feels genuine.

There is a lot to learn, taste, see, and do. Click around, follow your interests, and see what you have been missing. New Haven. We have got it all.

Celebrate Lunar New Year in New Haven: Where to Dine for the Year of the Fire Horse

Lunar New Year begins Tuesday, February 17, ushering in the Year of the Fire Horse and the start of a new lunar calendar celebrated across East and Southeast Asia. The holiday centers on renewal, gathering, and a shared meal that sets the tone for the year ahead. In New Haven, that celebration happens at the […]

Valentine’s Day Dining in New Haven: How to Plan Beyond Saturday Night

This year, Valentine’s Day falls on the busiest dining night of the week: Saturday. In New Haven, reservations across the city will fill quickly. Take it from your friends at Info New Haven, the team behind Restaurant Week, if Saturday night is your goal, book early. If it isn’t, think about the weekend. Friday night […]

Tips for Planning Valentine’s Day in New Haven

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Take it from your friends at Info New Haven, planning beats scrambling every time. With so many ways to celebrate around the city, we’ve grouped a few Valentine’s options to help you jump in and start planning. Dining Reservations fill quickly from downtown to Wooster Square, State Street, […]