Tag Archive: Tours

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Explore New Haven Like a Local

September 6, 2023

You already know that Downtown New Haven is steeped in history, culture, and culinary delights. However, parts of this story still need to be told, corners of our city unseen and mysteries of our history unheard. Luckily, we’re home to a handful of local experts who share their knowledge with neighbors and visitors daily, embarking on captivating city-wide tours catered to niche interests and passions. Whether you’re a history buff or a curious traveler, there’s something for everyone in New Haven’s tour scene. The New Haven Green: An Audio Walking Tour of its History The New Haven Green Audio Walking... View Article

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Explore Like a Local New Haven Tours

July 27, 2023

Explore Like A Local – A Guide to New Haven’s Many Tours You already know that Downtown New Haven is steeped in history, culture, and culinary delights, but there are parts of this story that still need to be told, corners of our city unseen and mysteries of our history unheard. Luckily, we’re home to a handful of local experts who share their knowledge with neighbors and visitors daily, embarking on captivating city-wide tours catered to niche interests and passions. Whether you’re a history buff, an art enthusiast, a foodie, or a curious traveler, there’s something for everyone in New... View Article

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Amistad Freedom Schooner (2023)

July 27, 2023

August brings the return of the Amistad Freedom Schooner, which will be in port at Long Warf from August 2 – 21, and August 29 – September 5. While in port, the replica of this historic ship will be open for educational tours, teaching visitors about the ship’s creation, the story of the Amistad Rebellion, and the ship’s fate today. The Amistad Freedom Voyage tours are FREE, open to the public, and have educated more than 16,000 students, sharing stories of justice, freedom, and human rights.

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WWBD: What Would Barbie Do In New Haven

July 19, 2023

This summer, there is one name on everyone’s lips – Barbie. Whether you’re hunting down vintage dolls at EBM Vintage or preselecting front-row seats at downtown’s Bow Tie Cinemas, the summer has been Barbie-fied. So, what would Barbie do in New Haven? Would she laze on the Green or hit the beach at Lighthouse Point? It’s impossible to choose. As we know all too well, there is no singular Barbie. There’s Doctor Barbie, Corporate Princess Barbie, Rollergirl Barbie, and beyond. Here’s what Barbie, in any form, would do in New Haven. Academia Barbie What would Academia Barbie do in New... View Article

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Elm City Party Bike

July 1, 2023

Gather your group and reserve the Elm City Party Bike for a day. Socialize, exercise, and restaurant hop through downtown, East Rock, and Wooster Square. With the help of trained drivers, groups of 8-15 people can enjoy 2-hour rides through New Haven’s most popular, historic, and beautiful hubs. Elm City Party Bike is BYOB, so pack up, gear up, and ride.

Walk New Haven Tours

April 27, 2023

When The New York Times recently featured New Haven as a top destination for 2023, one of the gems in that crown was our city’s walkability. Between our distinct neighborhoods and sprawling historic Green, the sidewalks of our city tell many stories. This month, spend an afternoon with Walk New Haven, who lead cultural heritage tours across the Green and back. Although certain buildings and facades of our city’s history no longer stand, their stories remain. Walk New Haven offers self-guided walking, biking, and driving tours which unravel the stories of the pre-1970 experiences, contributions and hardships faced in New... View Article

Downtown New Haven Experiences for Every Type of Valentine

February 1, 2023

It is that time of year again, when you stop to smell the roses, hold your loved ones near and dear and maybe, take a quiz to find out what love language you are. (FYI, ours is Quality Time) And in case you forgot, here is your reminder: Valentines’ Day is fast approaching!Love comes in all shapes and sizes and here in New Haven, we embrace that. So whether you want to paint with your pals, have some family fun, or just change up the same old ‘wine and dine’ routine, in New Haven love is just around the corner.... View Article