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.
New Haven Green
After visiting New Haven Green, make a plan to see the other sights and activities 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.
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.
Judges Cave
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Judges Cave during your travels in New Haven.
Yale-New Haven Hospital
If Yale-New Haven Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of New Haven.
Top hotels in West Rock
New Haven Hotel
We did not eat breakfast
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Milford / New Haven
Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale
Excellent, friendly staff and a large comfortable room.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Trumbull Marriott Shelton
Idk
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Motel 6 Milford, CT
Affordable and close to many beaches and bird watching opportunities.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Shelton
I’ve been staying at the Hilton for many years and it hasn’t changed much - still comfortable, still maintained well, rooms are big, bathrooms are clean…only disappointment is breakfast that’s been downsized so there’s no buffet. Individual orders of eggs, French toast, waffles or pancakes are on ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Rock
West New Haven
While visiting West New Haven, you might make a stop by sights like Yale Bowl and Yale Golf Course.
Beaver Hills
Beaver Hills might not have many top sights, but Yale Bowl and Grove Street Cemetery 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.
Newhallville
Newhallville might not have many top sights, but Peabody Museum of Natural History and Grove Street Cemetery are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Dixwell
While there might not be top attractions in Dixwell, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Grove Street Cemetery and Sterling Memorial Library at Yale University.
Prospect Hill
Travellers like the parks in Prospect Hill, and Peabody Museum of Natural History is a top attraction you might want to visit.
