Looking for a great day trip in Connecticut not far from NYC? Greenwich has plenty of attractions that will appeal to a variety of tastes. It’s only an hour’s drive or train ride from the Big Apple. Check out some of our favorite spots in Greenwich:
Greenwich Avenue Historic District: Greenwich Avenue, Greenwich, CT
Jerry Dougherty/Wikimedia Commons Greenwich was first settled in 1640, and incorporated as a town in 1655. As you can imagine, there are plenty of historic buildings in the area. The town’s historic district is made up of about 86 acres, featuring buildings made in a variety of eras and architectural styles. Greenwich Avenue, Greenwich Ave, Greenwich, CT, USA
Greenwich Audubon Center: 613 Riversville Rd, Greenwich, CT 06831
Greenwich Audubon Center The Greenwich Audubon Center is a tucked away bit of nature within the city. The preserve aims to educate visitors about the natural world that surrounds us and provide protected spaces for birds and other wildlife. The trail here is great! Greenwich Audubon Center, 613 Riversville Rd, Greenwich, CT 06831, USA
Greenwich Point Park: 11 Tods Driftway, Old Greenwich, CT 06870
Alexandre CORIC/Google Maps Greenwich Point Park is one of our favorite day trips in the state, especially in the warmer months. This beach is absolutely beautiful and is home to the great Tod’s Point Trail. Greenwich Point Park, 11 Tods Driftway, Old Greenwich, CT 06870, USA
Diane’s Books: 8 Grigg St A, Greenwich, CT 06830
Diane’s Books There’s something so special about independent bookstores, and one of our favorites is Diane’s Books in Greenwich. The staff here love to provide suggestions and have expertise in every genre. Diane’s Books, 8 Grigg St A, Greenwich, CT 06830, USA
Bruce Museum: 1 Museum Dr, Greenwich, CT 06830
Bruce Museum/Facebook The Bruce Museum features exhibits on Connecticut history, art, and nature. It’s a fun and educational spot with plenty of urban legends surrounding it… Did you know it’s also considered to be one of the most haunted places in Connecticut? Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Dr, Greenwich, CT 06830, USA
The Flinn Gallery: 101 West Putnam Avenue, Greenwich, CT 06830
Flinn Gallery/Facebook The Flinn Gallery is a small art museum inside the Greenwich Library. It features art from a variety of mediums and time periods, and since the exhibits change frequently, there’s always something new to see! You can find out more on the gallery’s website. The Flinn Gallery, 101 West Putnam Avenue, Greenwich, CT 06830, USA
How many of these spots have you visited on a day trip to Greenwich? Got any other must-see spots in this great city? Share your thoughts in the comments!
Jerry Dougherty/Wikimedia Commons
Greenwich was first settled in 1640, and incorporated as a town in 1655. As you can imagine, there are plenty of historic buildings in the area. The town’s historic district is made up of about 86 acres, featuring buildings made in a variety of eras and architectural styles.
Greenwich Avenue, Greenwich Ave, Greenwich, CT, USA
Greenwich Audubon Center
The Greenwich Audubon Center is a tucked away bit of nature within the city. The preserve aims to educate visitors about the natural world that surrounds us and provide protected spaces for birds and other wildlife. The trail here is great!
Greenwich Audubon Center, 613 Riversville Rd, Greenwich, CT 06831, USA
Alexandre CORIC/Google Maps
Greenwich Point Park is one of our favorite day trips in the state, especially in the warmer months. This beach is absolutely beautiful and is home to the great Tod’s Point Trail.
Greenwich Point Park, 11 Tods Driftway, Old Greenwich, CT 06870, USA
Diane’s Books
There’s something so special about independent bookstores, and one of our favorites is Diane’s Books in Greenwich. The staff here love to provide suggestions and have expertise in every genre.
Diane’s Books, 8 Grigg St A, Greenwich, CT 06830, USA
Bruce Museum/Facebook
The Bruce Museum features exhibits on Connecticut history, art, and nature. It’s a fun and educational spot with plenty of urban legends surrounding it… Did you know it’s also considered to be one of the most haunted places in Connecticut?
Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Dr, Greenwich, CT 06830, USA
Flinn Gallery/Facebook
The Flinn Gallery is a small art museum inside the Greenwich Library. It features art from a variety of mediums and time periods, and since the exhibits change frequently, there’s always something new to see! You can find out more on the gallery’s website.
The Flinn Gallery, 101 West Putnam Avenue, Greenwich, CT 06830, USA
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