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.
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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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.
Best Shops in Guilford
9 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Guilford
15 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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