New London Holidays

Ocean Beach Park's half-mile white sand beach and classic boardwalk earned it a spot on Travel + Leisure's top 25 US beaches. Enjoy the Olympic-sized pool, miniature golf, or serene estuary views.

This historic coastal fortification showcases 225 years of military history through Egyptian Revival architecture. Explore restored living quarters and enjoy panoramic harbour views from the ramparts.

Connecticut College's 750-acre campus overlooks the Thames River and Long Island Sound, featuring a stunning arboretum. Visitors can enjoy self-guided tours through historic architecture and scenic walking trails.

Victorian Carpenter Gothic chapel featuring rare Tiffany stained glass in a serene historic setting. Summer Sunday services welcome all visitors, with intricate wooden architecture showcasing 19th-century craftsmanship.

The Connecticut College Arboretum spans 750 acres of diverse ecosystems and native plant collections. Wander through mature forests and gardens while enjoying free guided tours on select Sundays from May through October.

Step back in time at the Hempsted Houses, two of New England's oldest colonial structures (1678 and 1759). Tour the preserved interiors while guides share stories from Joshua Hempsted's diary, including accounts of enslaved resident Adam Jackson.

Step into the Garde Arts Center's ornate Moroccan-inspired theatre, a 1926 cultural landmark in Connecticut. Experience Broadway shows, concerts, and film festivals in this meticulously preserved venue.

The oldest lighthouse on Long Island Sound, New London Harbour Light has guided mariners since 1761. Climb 116 steps to the lantern room for panoramic views of seven surrounding lighthouses.