Eat & Drink

River Tavern, Chester, CT

New American restaurant with a menu that changes daily and includes foods from local farmers, fishermen, and producers. Great vibe. Great bar.

Otto, Chester, CT

This is an amazing local restaurant serving wood-fired pizzas, salads, and more. Highly recommend!

Grano Arso | Chester, CT

Relaxed, upscale eatery featuring farm-to-table dishes and craft cocktails. Great spot to celebrate something special.

Da Vinci Pizzeria | Killingworth, CT

Great spot to pick up some pizzas or hoagies for a night in.

La Marea Ristorante | Old Saybrook, CT

Great spot for Italian food and wood-fired pizzas. Great ambiance and service. All-around great.

Nori | Old Saybrook, CT

Great spot for sushi and omakase. Near other restaurants, bars, and shops in Old Saybrook.

Honeycomb Craft Ice Cream | Chester, CT

Cute craft ice cream shop with seating outside, featuring local ingredients and creative flavors.

Little House Brewing Company | Chester, CT

Stop by for a craft beer in an almost 200-year-old historic building, right in the heart of charming Chester.

BarrelHouse | Killingworth, CT

Casual space for craft beer, wine and bar grub, plus fire pits and outdoor tables.

Explore

Chester’s Farmers Market | Chester, CT

Amazing farmer's market 10 minutes from the house! Great local stands, fresh food, and often has live music too. Typically open from June through October.

Center Yoga + Wellness | Clinton + Guilford, CT

Take a hot yoga class or unwind with a restorative yoga session. Two locations in Clinton and Guilford.

Cockaponset State Park | Chester, CT

Explore the second largest forest in the Connecticut state forest system, encompassing over 17,000 acres of land.

Hammonasset State Park | Madison, CT

Enjoy two miles of beach front on Long Island Sound at the state's largest shoreline park and one of Connecticut’s most popular attractions.

Chatfield Hollow State Park | Killingworth, CT

This state park offers hiking trails, a swimming beach, trout fishing, mountain biking, rock climbing, and picnicking areas. 

Essex Steam Train & Riverboat | Essex, CT

Take a step back in time to historic 1892 Essex Station and embark on an unforgettable 2.5-hour journey into the heart of the unspoiled Connecticut River Valley. A steam locomotive pulls vintage coaches on a narrated round-trip through the quintessential New England towns of Deep River and Chester.

Clinton Premium Outlets | Clinton, CT

Outdoor shopping with 70-plus designer and name-brand retailers.

Antique Shopping | Various Locations

Wander through hidden gems and timeless treasures. Some of our favorites:

• Treasures in Old Lyme, CT

• The Trove in Old Saybrook, CT

• Clinton Antique Center in Clinton, CT

• Key to the Past Antique Center in Clinton, CT

Healing Salt Cave & Wellness Spa | Guilford, CT

Spa offering massages, facials, and a salt cave, along with holistic treatments.

New Haven Style Pizza | New Haven, CT

Explore Yale’s storied campus and savor New Haven’s world-famous pizza.

Mohegan Sun & Foxwoods Casino | Various Locations

Try your luck, catch a show, or dine in style at Mohegan Sun or Foxwoods.