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Overview
Located just 35 miles northeast of Manhattan, Connecticut's Coastal Fairfield County is a diverse region in southwestern Connecticut comprised of three cities and their neighboring communities. Here the blend of city, coast and country come together for a unique New England experience. Abundant with early American and maritime history, magnificent waterfronts and culture, the region is perfect for groups of every size and interest.
GREATER STAMFORD REGION
The Greater Stamford region is the closest to Manhattan, situated just 35 miles to the northeast. Stamford's downtown is a center for nightlife and cultural activities, offering performing arts, museums and fine dining. Of the region's restaurants, Zagat writes "Not only are many the equal of Manhattan's, they're also significantly less costly and more
accessible." Among the city's unique architectural features are a fish-shaped church renowned for it's stained glass and the largest free-standing stained glass structure in the world located at the city's gateway. The surrounding communities include Greenwich,
Darien, and New Canaan. It is here that you'll find lovely wooded hills, picturesque beaches, harbor settings and quaint New England towns.
GREATER NORWALK REGION
Norwalk, a Native American word for seafood, has remained true to its past as one of the largest producers of Blue Point Oysters in the world. This coastal city's Historic SoNo district acts as the hub for many retail establishments, galleries, restaurants, and nightclubs. Just a short boat ride away is Sheffield Island with its historic lighthouse.
Here, an authentic New England Clambake can be experienced and enjoyed during the summer months. Neighbored by Westport, Wilton and Weston, the region is rich in rural settings, history and celebrities. Personalities past and present, such as Martha Stewart, Phil Donahue, Michael Bolton and Paul Newman call this area home.
GREATER BRIDGEPORT REGION
Connecticut's largest city, Bridgeport, is known as the city Barnum built. P.T. Barnum, both showman and mayor, turned this port city into a major manufacturing center in the 1800's. Today the city is reinventing itself as a center for arts and entertainment. Here, Connecticut and Long Island are linked by the Bridgeport & Port Jefferson Steamboat Company ferries started by P.T. Barnum over a century ago. Fairfield, Stratford, Easton, and Monroe bring the coast and the country together. Salt marshes, tidal basins, tree farms, and stone walls are common scenes in this region. Tales of the Revolutionary War come alive when visiting the many historic sites in these early American towns.
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