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Things to see in Stamford, Connecticut (United States): 34 places and when to go
Stamford, Connecticut is a city in United States with around 747,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 34 places in and around it, mainly History (15), Nature (13), Wildlife (10). The best known are Glass House, The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum and Hempstead House. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 56 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 04. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 41.0533, -73.5392
- Population
- About 747,000
- Places
- 34 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (15) · Nature (13) · Wildlife (10) · Architecture (5) · Museums and art (4) · Temples (2)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- JFK New York, 50 km as the crow flies
What to see in Stamford, Connecticut
The places in and around Stamford, Connecticut, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Glass HouseHouse in New Canaan, Connecticut designed by Philip Johnson10.0 km
- The Aldrich Contemporary Art MuseumMuseum in Ridgefield, Connecticut25 km
- Hempstead HouseEstate in Sands Point, New York, United States25 km
- St. Vladimir's CathedralChurch in Connecticut, United States1.3 km
- Bruce MuseumMuseum in Greenwich, Connecticut7.9 km
- Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic ParkArboretum and state park in Upper Brookville, New York, United States21 km
- PlaylandAmusement park in Rye, New York15 km
- Caumsett State Historic Park PreserveState historic park in New York, United States15 km
- Great Captain IslandIsland in the United States of America11 km
- Huntington Harbor LightLighthouse in New York, United States18 km
- TreetopsOrmer estate of singer and actress Libby Holman4.7 km
- Norwalk HarborPort in United States12 km
- Peck Ledge LightLighthouse in Connecticut, United States14 km
- Bedford Village Historic DistrictPark in New York, United States of America, United States of America19 km
- Bridge L-158Truss bridge30 km
- Eatons Neck LightLighthouse in New York, United States16 km
- Elephant HotelHistoric hotel in Somers, New York, United States33 km
- Gerard Crane HouseHistoric house34 km
- Greens Ledge LightLighthouse in Connecticut, United States8.1 km
- John Jay Homestead State Historic SiteHouse in New York, United States of America24 km
- Mount NimhamMountain in New York, USA48 km
- Oyster Bay National Wildlife RefugeNational Wildlife Refuge in New York18 km
- Oyster Bay Long Island Rail Road TurntableHistory20 km
- Port Chester HarborBay in Westchester County, New York, United States of America13 km
And the other 10, by what you come to do:
- Temples: St. Philip Church
- Nature: Seatuck National Wildlife Refuge, Target Rock National Wildlife Refuge, Tinker Hill
- History: Bush-Lyon Homestead, Theodore Roosevelt Monument Assemblage
- Museums and art: Keeler Tavern
- With kids: Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk
- Beaches: Rhode Island Rocks
- Food and drink: Spacecat Brewing Co
When to go to Stamford, Connecticut
The best time to visit Stamford, Connecticut is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:22
- FebPossible10:25
- MarBest time11:40
- AprBest time13:06
- MayBest time14:18
- JunBest time14:56
- JulBest time14:41
- AugBest time13:39
- SepBest time12:15
- OctBest time10:52
- NovPossible9:39
- DecPossible9:04
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 56 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 04. In June, 34 of the 34 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Stamford, Connecticut
The nearest main airport is John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK, New York), 50 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Elmsford15 places23 km
- Bridgeport, Connecticut30 places32 km
- East Farmingdale18 places35 km
- Head of the Harbor9 places36 km
- Elmont25 places40 km
- Warwick23 places42 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Stamford, Connecticut?
The best known: Glass House, The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum, Hempstead House, St. Vladimir's Cathedral, Bruce Museum. In all, 34 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Stamford, Connecticut?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 56 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 04.
How do you get to Stamford, Connecticut?
The nearest main airport is John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 50 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Stamford, Connecticut as the destination and these 34 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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