Quick trip.
Big change of scenery.
On an express train from Grand Central, you’re just two stops from Stamford, CT—a city where everyone from foodies to artists to families can find their niche and fill their itineraries.
Whether for a few hours or a long weekend, Stamford is a perfect destination for New Yorkers in need of something new.
Next stop: Stamford.
From the coast to downtown to scenic North Stamford, there’s plenty to do here as part of a safe, accessible escape from New York.
- ⛱️ Beaches
- 🍷 Food & Drink
- ⛵️ Entertainment
- 🥾 Parks & Outdoors
- 🪩 Nightlife
- 🛍️ Shopping
- 👶 Family Fun
- 🎭 Art & Culture
- 🛏️ Hotels
Beaches
Stamford has 19 miles of picturesque shoreline to explore and embrace. Bring your family and friends for a day at the beach, or find serene solitude along a walking trail. Cove Island Park, Cummings Park, and West Beach each possess unique charm and recreational opportunities.
Parks & Outdoors
In Stamford, you can enjoy dozens of parks, golf courses, fields, clubs, and playgrounds. Award-winning Mill River Park—just on its own—includes a carousel, the Whittingham Discovery Center, light concessions, a dog park, and more.
Family Fun
Offering entertainment, exploration, relaxation, and education, Stamford is your oyster. You and your family can hike, visit the Stamford Museum and Nature Center, catch a show, and share a meal all in one day. If you’re driving, the city has more than 1,000 parking spaces for your convenience.
Food & Drink
There are more than 100 restaurants in Stamford to sample and savor. In the mood for Mexican with a southern twist? Try Mexicue. How about seafood? Take the complimentary water taxi to Crab Shell. And let’s not forget the pizza. Iconic Connecticut institutions like Sally’s Apizza and Colony Grill frequently top visitors’ must-try lists.
Nightlife
For a night out, explore Bedford Street, Downtown Stamford, and Harbor Point. That’s where you’ll find some of the city’s most popular bars, restaurants, nightclubs, and hotspots. From the rooftop at Sign of the Whale to pints at Tigin Pub, Stamford is a draw for people of all ages in Fairfield County and New York.
Art & Culture
Film and comedy. Ballet and music. History and the visual arts. It’s all here in Stamford. Visit the Avon Theatre for the best of independent, global, and documentary films; take in the gallery at the Loft Artists Association; or experience the renowned Connecticut Ballet at the Palace Theatre.
Entertainment
After dinner downtown, settle in for a night of laughs at Stamford’s New York Comedy Club. For a different kind of fun, reserve a court at Pickleball America or rent kayaks and paddle boards from SoundWaters when the season is right.
Shopping
Shopping spree, anyone? There are more than 4,000 retailers across Stamford. Our mall, Stamford Town Center, is located in the heart of the city and is home to 130 different stores as well as a full-size movie theater and dozens of restaurants.
Hotels
Accommodations in Stamford are convenient, comfortable, and modern. From boutiques like The Lloyd to Downtown staples like Courtyard by Marriott, you can book a stay with state-of-the-art amenities, coastal views, and easy access to the next day’s adventures.
For the planners and the spontaneous.
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