East Rock
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.
Mechanic Street Dog Park
After visiting Mechanic Street Dog Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New Haven. Amble around the area's forests or visit its monuments.
Southern Connecticut State University
Explore the campus of Southern Connecticut State University during your trip to West New Haven. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Things to do
New Haven - It Zip It Adventure Indoor Ropes Course
Private Historic Yale Smart Phone Self Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in East Rock
New Haven Hotel
Really helpful staff Conveniently located within walking distance to Yale Beautiful and nicely-equipped lobby area for working after check-out
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale
I loved the hotel and our hotel room! It was very rich-looking and filled with warmth. The staff was friendly and professional.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Motel 6 Milford, CT
The property was convenient to where I am going. The price was very good. The room had a big fridge and microwave
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hyatt Place Milford / New Haven
The team was superb. They gave service par excellence!!! Very friendly and helpful … from the managers to every frontline staff … they were all amazing. Creating a home away from home! Due to this amazing team, this is my hotel of choice every time I travel to this area( which is an average 5 times ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham New Haven
Noisy outside at night, especially on Saturday
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Trumbull Marriott Shelton
First I’m pay my hotel online I check in ask me for deposit I’m paying my deposit I never received my deposit back the elevator only one is working is very dangerous because to much request for elevator people supposed to get out quickly I don’t know what happened to Marriott what now the hotel need ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Rock
Upper State Street Historic District
While Upper State Street Historic District isn't home to many top sights, Peabody Museum of Natural History and Wooster Square are some notable places to visit nearby.
Prospect Hill
Travellers like the parks in Prospect Hill, and Peabody Museum of Natural History is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Fair Haven
Though Fair Haven may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like East Rock Park and Wooster Square.
Mill River
If you're spending some time in Mill River, Wooster Square and Thread City Crossing are top sights worth seeing.
Wooster Square
While there might not be top attractions in Wooster Square, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Wooster Square and New Haven City Hall.
Downtown New Haven
If you're spending some time in Downtown New Haven, Woolsey Hall and Sterling Memorial Library at Yale University are top sights worth seeing.
