Connecticut’s Favorite Shopping Towns

Part of Connecticut’s attraction has always been its small-town centers, filled with personality, history and charm. And what draws visitors again and again are the shops, boutiques and artisans that reward browsers and buyers alike. Whether you’re planning a girls’ trip or looking for a great way to spend a day with family, here are a few of the towns around the state that offer great shopping (and dining) districts.

Featuring: Barcelona West Hartford | Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets | Delamar West Hartford | Elbow Room | Hey Day Antiques | Hopkins Inn | Inn at Stonington | J House Greenwich | Litchfield Distillery | Little Pub Greenwich | Lobster Landing | Milkcraft - West Hartford | Old Saybrook Antiques Center | Penny Lane Pub Restaurant | Roger Sherman Inn | Saybrook Home | Saybrook Point Resort & Marina | Sharlene Cottage | Silvermine Arts Center | Stonington Borough | The Dutch Epicure Shop | The Glass House | The Velvet Mill | Town of Clinton | Town of Greenwich | Town of Litchfield | Town of New Canaan | Town of Old Saybrook | Town of Stonington | Town of West Hartford | Water Street Cafe | West Hartford Center | West Street Grill | elm Restaurant

Book Your Connecticut Beach Rental Now!

Now’s the time to secure your rental property so you won’t miss out on a summer vacation at the Connecticut shore! Imagine relaxing days swimming and sunbathing, taking walks along the beach searching for seashells, planning outdoor gatherings by the barbecue and discovering your favorite ice cream spot.  For families, Connecticut offers several shoreline communities that are ideal for fun in the sun and lazy days at the beach.

Featuring: Allis-Bushnell House and Museum (c.1785) | Audubon Guilford Salt Meadow Sanctuary | Bishop's Orchards Farm Market & Winery | Black Hall Outfitters - Old Lyme | Chaffinch Island Park | Chamard Vineyards | Clinton Antique Center | Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets | Florence Griswold Museum | Foxwoods Resort Casino | General William Hart House (c.1767) | Henry Whitfield State Museum | Hey Day Antiques | Indian River Kayak | Jacob's Beach | Lyme Academy of Fine Arts | Meigs Point Nature Center | Mohegan Sun | Mystic Aquarium | Mystic Arbor Cottage | Mystic Seaport Museum | Old Beautiful | Penny Lane Pub Restaurant | R.J. Julia Booksellers | Saybrook Home | Saybrook Point Park | Shoreline Segway | Studio 80 + Sculpture Grounds | The Sculpture Mile | The Village Chocolatier | Town of Clinton | Town of Guilford | Town of Madison | Town of Mystic | Town of Old Lyme | Town of Old Saybrook

Explore Connecticut’s Shoreline in an Electric Vehicle

Planning an eco-friendly road trip in your electric vehicle? Connecticut’s got you covered. The state has widespread charging availability with over 360 public EV charging stations. And to make eco-conscious travelers feel right at home, there are also a number of great lodging properties and tourism attractions that promote driving electric and environmental sustainability.

Connecticut’s shoreline is particularly a great destination for those with electric vehicles — not to mention it’s lined with iconic landmarks, quaint coastal towns, beautiful beaches, family-friendly attractions and lots more to explore. Here are some recommendations of EV-friendly cities and towns along the shoreline with businesses that are Destination Electric partners. Check it out and start planning your trip!

Featuring: 116 Crown | Anchor Spa | Ashley's Ice Cream (New Haven) | Cask Republic - New Haven | Cohen's Bagel Company | Creative Arts Workshop | Elm City Social | Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point Resort & Marina | Hammonasset Beach State Park | Koffee? | Madison Beach Hotel | Olives and Oil - New Haven | Parthenon Diner - Old Saybrook | Penny Lane Pub Restaurant | Saybrook Home | Saybrook Point Resort & Marina | Tidewater Inn B&B