The Region

Branford is conveniently located along the shoreline of Connecticut. With more than 250 miles of scenic coastline, and the "last green valley" between Boston and Washington, D.C., you will be amazed at the varied experiences you can have in our great state.

Explore classic New England villages. Visit the number one small town in America. Cruise along Route 169, our National Scenic Byway. Experience one of our autumn agricultural fairs. Ride a steam train and cruise on a riverboat. Shop for precious antiques or outlet bargains. Feast on regional cuisines or ethnic fare.

Because our state is so compact - less than 60 miles north to south, and 100 miles across - you'll find our state's premiere attractions easily accessible from your Branford "base camp."

Connecticut East

Home of Mystic Places & The Quiet Corner

Visit Connecticut's eastern region for history, antiques, farms, fairs and family fun. Attractions include: Mystic Seaport, Mystic Aquarium & Institute for Exploration, USS Nautilus & Submarine Force Museum, Foxwoods Resort and Mohegan Sun Casinos, Florence Griswold Museum, Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center, and the Prudence Crandall House Museum, a stop on Connecticut's Freedom Trail.

Connecticut Northwest

Northwest Connecticut Convention & Visitors Bureau

In the northwestern corner of the Nutmeg state you will find country pleasures in unspoiled areas of natural beauty, centuries-old inns, gourmet dining and some of the best antiquing in New England. Visit Lake Compounce Theme Park, the Aldrich Museum of Contemporary Art, the Brookfield Craft Center, Lime Rock Race Park, the Carousel Museum of New England or the Timex Museum.

Connecticut Coastal Fairfield County

Coastal Fairfield County Convention & Visitor Bureau

Create your unique getaway along 30 miles of beautiful coastlines. Area attractions include the Beardsley Zoo, Weir Farm National Historic Site, Norwalk Maritime Aquarium, and the Shefield Island lighthouse and nature preserve.

Connecticut Central Region

Connecticut's River Valley is the perfect destination for your next vacation or getaway. See the New England Air Museum, Old New-Gate Prison & Copper Mine, Stafford Motor Speedway, the Harriet Beecher Stowe Center, the Mark Twain House & Museum, Gillette Castle, and the Essex Steam Train & Riverboat.

Connecticut South Central

Greater New Haven Convention & Visitors Bureau

Discover the wonders of the Greater New Haven area including the Connecticut Audubon Coastal Center, Hammonasset Beach State Park, the Peabody Museum of Natural History, the Shubert Performing Arts Center, Yale University Art Gallery, cruises among the Thimble Islands in Branford or the historic Amistad.

Other Tourism Links

Connecticut DEP Bureau of Outdoor Recreation

Connecticut’s Heritage Gateway

Connecticut State Parks and Forests

State of Connecticut Tourism