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Golden hour sunset over harbor - panorama view of Harbor View, Stamford City, Connecticut

Calm before the storm - Panorama view of Harbor View, Stamford City, Connecticut

Stamford is a city in Fairfield County, Connecticut with a population of 125,109, making it the third largest city in the state

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What to do in Stamford

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Stamford City Skyline, skyscrapers, and church buildings in Connecticut, modern metropolitan street landscape with business and cultural landmark architectures in New England of America

Stamford Town Center

You can do some window-shopping at Stamford Town Center during your stay in Stamford. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Cove Island Park

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Cove Island Park might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Stamford. Visit the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.

Chelsea Piers

Take the family on an outing to Chelsea Piers during your trip to Stamford. Savour the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.

Stamford Center for the Arts

Enjoy a show at Stamford Center for the Arts, a theatre with a story to tell in Stamford. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area.

Stamford Hospital

If Stamford Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Stamford.

Stamford Museum and Nature Center

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Stamford Museum and Nature Center during your trip to Stamford. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

West Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at West Beach during your trip to Stamford?

Yale New Haven Health Long Ridge Medical Center

If Yale New Haven Health Long Ridge Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Stamford.

University of Connecticut Stamford Campus

Explore the campus of University of Connecticut Stamford Campus during your stay in Stamford.

Areas of Stamford

Downtown Stamford

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

Stamford City Harbor Point Landscape with tall office buildings, park benches, boardwalk footpaths, and moored boats at the dock on a dramatic stormy winter in Connecticut

Cove - East Side - Shippan

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

Rocky pier on a cloudy day - Panorama view of Harbor View, Stamford City, Connecticut

South End

Though South End may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Stamford Town Center and Stamford Center for the Arts.

New Haven Harbor Seascape – Tranquil Distant Cityscape of New England from Lighthouse Point Park on Long Island Sound, Connecticut, USA

Waterside

While there might not be top attractions in Waterside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Stamford Town Center and Stamford Center for the Arts.

West Side

Though West Side may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Stamford Center for the Arts and Atlantic Square.

North Stamford

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

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Greenwich Point Park Nature Preserve Seascape at the seafront trails and sandy stretch woodlands with water reflections and pink sky at sunrise in Old Greenwich, Connecticut, USA

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Frequently asked questions

Is Stamford worth visiting?

Stamford has a unique mix of attractions, culture and local charm. Whether you're into history, nature or regional cuisine, there's a lot here to enjoy.

How do I spend a day in Stamford?

Start your day with a visit to Norwalk Maritime Aquarium and The Maritime Aquarium. Then, check out other areas of Stamford for tasty eats and some retail therapy.

What is the top tourist attraction in Stamford?

Norwalk Maritime Aquarium is one of the top tourist attractions in Stamford and should be high on every sightseeing itinerary of the area.

Is three days enough to stay in Stamford?

Three days in Stamford is plenty of time to visit the city's leading attractions. Many guests book for two days on average. Bruce Museum of Arts and Science, West Beach and Cummings Park are among the most popular sights. Want to discover more? Stick around a little longer to check off nearby hotspots such as Jamaica.

Is Stamford a walkable city?

Some top attractions in Stamford, including West Beach and Cummings Park, are within walking distance. You can also visit several of the city's neighbourhoods on foot. Only 0.32 kilometres from central Stamford is Downtown Stamford and Cove - East Side - Shippan is 2 kilometres away.

What are some activities to do in Stamford with kids?

Deciding what to do in Stamford with kids has never been so simple. Whether you're getting away with teenagers or toddlers, there's a range of family-friendly sights and activities to keep everyone happy here.

What to do in Stamford for adults?

Whether you're a culture enthusiast, avid foodie or outdoor adventurer, there are plenty of things to do in Stamford for adults including Stamford Museum and Nature Centre and Greenwich Municipal Centre Historic District.

Are there free things to do in Stamford?

One of the top ways to learn about free things to do in Stamford is to speak with a local tour guide. You'll get insider recommendations on exciting neighbourhoods, parks and other major attractions you can enjoy without reaching into your pocket. West Beach is one spot that doesn't charge an admission fee.

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