Best of Guilford, CT
The best restaurants, cafés, bars, shops and things to do in Guilford, CT — mapped and organized by category.
About Guilford
Guilford is a coastal town in New Haven County, Connecticut, situated along Interstate 95 and bordering Madison, Branford, North Branford, and Durham. As part of the South Central Connecticut Planning Region, it serves as a residential community with easy highway access. The United States Census Bureau estimated its population at 22,264 in July 2024.
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Hyland House Museum
Built in 1713, the Hyland House Museum is one of Guilford's best-preserved houses from that period. Open to the public since 1918, it displays Colonial-era furnishings and artifacts.
The house was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1976.
View details →Best Hotels in Guilford
3 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
Best Restaurants in Guilford
13 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Shoreline Diner
Shoreline Diner is a restaurant located in the Stony Creek neighborhood.
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Three Girls Vegan Creamery
Three Girls Vegan Creamery is a vegan restaurant located in the Stony Creek neighborhood.
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Madison Prime Steak House
Madison Prime Steak House is a steak house located in the Stony Creek neighborhood.
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Ballou's Restaurant & Wine Bar
Ballou's Restaurant & Wine Bar is located in the Stony Creek neighborhood.
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Prime on Whitfield
Prime on Whitfield is a restaurant located in the Stony Creek neighborhood.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Guilford
3 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Guilford
1 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
Best Things to Do in Guilford
6 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Henry Whitfield State Historical Museum
Henry Whitfield State Historical Museum is located in the Stony Creek neighborhood.
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Hyland House Museum
Built in 1713, the Hyland House Museum is one of Guilford's best-preserved houses from that period. Open to the public since 1918, it displays Colonial-era furnishings and artifacts.
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Greene Art Gallery
Greene Art Gallery is an attraction situated in Stony Creek that showcases contemporary art exhibitions.
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Thomas Griswold House
Thomas Griswold House is a historic house museum located at 171 Boston Street in Guilford, Connecticut. The site features a late 18th‑century saltbox house, a blacksmith shop, and a Victorian era outhouse.
Best Shops in Guilford
9 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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Rock Paper Sista's
Rock Paper Sista's is a shop located in the neighborhood of Stony Creek.
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Lulu's Chichi Boutique
Lulu's Chichi Boutique is a shop located in the Stony Creek neighborhood.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Guilford
15 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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East River Wildlife Area
East River Wildlife Area is a public park offering natural habitats for local wildlife.
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Guilford Town Green
Guilford Town Green provides a large open space for outdoor activities.
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Long Hill Park
Long Hill Park is a public park that offers green space for visitors to enjoy.
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Madison Community Gardens
Madison Community Gardens offers a space for local residents to grow produce and connect with nature.
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