West Rock Travel Guide
New Haven
Popular places to visit
Yale University
Walk around the campus of Yale University, a top university in New Haven. Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's art scene.
Wooster Square
Find out about the history of New Haven when you take a trip to Wooster Square. Experience the area's art scene and museums.
New Haven City Hall
New Haven City Hall is just one of the places to see in New Haven, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's art scene and museums.
Sterling Memorial Library at Yale University
After visiting Sterling Memorial Library at Yale University, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New Haven. Experience the area's art scene and museums.
Peabody Museum of Natural History
You can browse the exhibits at Peabody Museum of Natural History, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to New Haven. Experience the area's art scene and museums.
Woolsey Hall
Get tickets for a show at Woolsey Hall, a theatre with a story to tell in New Haven. Experience the area's art scene and museums.
Top hotels in West Rock
New Haven Hotel
My room was spotless, the check-in service was excellent, and I enjoyed my short stay. Will be back soon!
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Cambria Hotel New Haven University Area
The staff were very friendly. The room was clean. It’s pet friendly which is a plus for us.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale
Omni hotel was great. Thanks expedia
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Hotel Marcel New Haven, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
Clean and modern.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn by Hilton Shelton
Very nice room. Clean. Staff were efficient and pleasant
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
The Blake Hotel
The Blake Hotel is absolutely one of the best in the area. I loved everything about my stay, always super clean and the staff are friendly.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West Rock
West New Haven
While visiting West New Haven, you might make a stop by sights like Yale Bowl and West Rock Ridge State Park.
Beaver Hills
Beaver Hills might not have many top sights, but Yale Bowl and Sterling Memorial Library at Yale University are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Newhallville
Newhallville might not have many top sights, but Peabody Museum of Natural History and Sterling Memorial Library at Yale University are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Westville
If you're spending some time in Westville, Yale Bowl and Yale Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.
Dixwell
While there might not be top attractions in Dixwell, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sterling Memorial Library at Yale University and Peabody Museum of Natural History.
Prospect Hill
Travellers like the parks in Prospect Hill, and Peabody Museum of Natural History is a top attraction you might want to visit.
West Rock Travel Guide
- Yale University
- Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater
- Southern Connecticut State University
- Powder Ridge Mountain Park and Resort
- Toyota Oakdale Theatre
- Choate Rosemary Hall
- Bridgeport Downtown South Historic District
- Beardsley Zoo
- Walnut Beach
- Shubert Theater
- Westfield Connecticut Post Mall
- New Haven City Hall
- Connecticut Sportsplex
