Stamford

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Stamford
This coastal community on the Connecticut shoreline offers plenty of ways to enjoy and interact with the parks, forests and beaches that make up its surrounds.

With parks, forests and more than 14 miles (22 kilometres) of coastline, the small seaside community of Stamford relishes living life outdoors. You’ll also find numerous attractions for those who want to stay indoors, including cinemas, cafés and an arts centre.

Go on a river cruise of the Long Island Sound, charter a boat from the harbour, and splash in the surf at Cove Island Park’s sandy beaches. You can also walk, ride and skate the park’s trails and take a tram ride through the grounds. 

Go to the SoundWaters Centre, a non-profit environmental education organization located in the park. Book a two-hour ecological trip across the sound aboard their 80-foot (23-metre) three-masted Schooner. Hoist the sails, test the water quality and learn more about the marine life beneath the waves. For details visit SoundWaters’ official website.

Connect with nature at the Bartlett Arboretum and Gardens. The 91-acre (37-hectare) preserve encompasses more than 2,000 varieties of trees, forest trails, themed gardens and a herbarium. Keep an eye out for some of the native wildlife as you wander along the boardwalk through the red maple swamp. See snapping turtles, raccoons, wood frogs, barred owls and woodpeckers.

Walk some of the 80 acres (32 hectares) of nature trails and visit a working farm at the Stamford Museum and Nature Centre. Enjoy a picnic by the lake and see the natural history and art exhibits inside the Bendel Mansion Museum. The estate was once the property of the late New York designer and department store owner Henri Willis Bendel. Get a close-up view of the moon and planets from the observatory and watch a stellar presentation at the planetarium.

Go to the downtown area and catch a play, musical or comedy show at the Stamford Centre for the Arts. Check out some contemporary art at Franklin Street Works, a two-story art space and café. 

Stamford is located 40 miles (64 kilometres) north of New York City. Catch a train or drive from the city. Get around by bus or rent a car to get out of town and enjoy the natural surrounds.

Where to stay in Stamford

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Downtown Stamford

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

While visiting Downtown Stamford, you might make a stop by sights like Stamford Center for the Arts and Stamford Town Center.

Downtown Stamford
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Cove - East Side - Shippan

While visiting Cove - East Side - Shippan, you might make a stop by sights like West Beach and Chelsea Piers.

Cove - East Side - Shippan
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North Stamford

While visiting North Stamford, you might make a stop by sights like Stamford Museum and Nature Center and Bartlett Arboretum.

North Stamford
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Stamford / New York City
2.5 out of 5
135 Harvard Avenue, Stamford, CT
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The price is RM370 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
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Amsterdam Hotel
Amsterdam Hotel
2 out of 5
19 Clarks Hill Ave, Stamford, CT
The price is RM473 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
RM473
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30 Mar - 31 Mar
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Amsterdam Hotel
Hilton Stamford Hotel & Executive Meeting Center
Hilton Stamford Hotel & Executive Meeting Center
3.5 out of 5
1 First Stamford Pl, Stamford, CT
The price is RM784 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
RM784
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2 Apr - 3 Apr
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Stamford Suites
2.5 out of 5
720 Bedford St, Stamford, CT
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Stamford. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions First Presbyterian Church and Fernando ...
6.8/10 (678 reviews)
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Bedford Hall
Bedford Hall
3 out of 5
545 Bedford St, 414, Stamford, CT
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Stamford. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour business center. Popular attractions Fernando Luis Alvarez Gallery and ...
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DUNE Fairfield Beach
DUNE Fairfield Beach
3 out of 5
1160 Reef Rd, Fairfield, CT
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