Things To Do

The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk

Great Aquarium for kids!

Stepping Stones Museum for Children

Stew Leonard's

Dubbed the "Disneyland of Dairy Stores" by the New York Times, because of its costumed characters, scheduled entertainment, petting zoo and animatronics throughout the stores

Waveny Park Conservancy

Located a ten minute drive from downtown, the park's centerpiece is "the castle" built in 1912 and surrounded by 300 acres of fields, ponds and trails. The architect for the structure was William Tubby. Landscape design for the original residence was by landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted, Jr. Admission is free and there is ample parking.

Grace Farms

It's impossible to describe Grace Farms in a paragraph, so we encourage you to learn more here: https://gracefarms.org/ It is truly a beautiful and peaceful spot, with stunning architecture, walking trails, a cafe and a tea room. Admission is free and there is ample parking.

The Glass House

The Glass House, built by architect Philip Johnson, is a National Trust Historic Site located in New Canaan, Connecticut. The pastoral 49-acre landscape features a permanent collection of 20th-century painting and sculpture, along with temporary exhibitions. Tours of the site are available in May through November and advance reservations are highly recommended.

Rowayton Seafood Fish Market

A great seafood spot overlooking the water in the quaint seaside town of Rowayton!

Two Roads Brewing Company

Located in Stratford, CT (about 1/2 hour from Norwalk), The brewery has tours (first come, first serve), a tasting room and food trucks.

New Haven

Located about 45 minutes from Norwalk, New Haven is home to Yale University, as well as two outstanding free museums (the Peabody and British Museum are both excellent). Learn more about your options here: https://www.yale.edu/life-yale/new-haven

PEZ Visitor Center

f you're a PEZ lover... the Pez museum features history, trivia & memorabilia related to the classic candy & dispensers.

Sono 1420 American Craft Distillers

SoNo 1420 American Craft Distillers is a destination craft distillery that produces ultra-premium, alternative grain, distilled spirits. Located in a custom designed, industrial building in historic South Norwalk, CT our distillery is situated within walking distance of the vibrant nightlife and restaurant alley of the Washington Street neighborhood, the nearby Maritime Aquarium, and the South Norwalk train station. Our facility, designed by award winning architect Bruce Beinfield, highlights the gleaming features of our imported copper and stainless steel still and is an iconic destination for both the neighborhood and the local region.