Le Grande Guidebook
Food scene
Some wonderful walk-able restaurants in downtown Greenwich. Call for group reservations!
Fine French dining in the Delamar Hotel, with outdoor waterside seating & an elegant interior space.
17 locals recommend
l'escale restaurant
500 Steamboat RdFine French dining in the Delamar Hotel, with outdoor waterside seating & an elegant interior space.
A marble bar & colorful murals in the dining room play backdrop to a menu of fresh seafood & wines.
7 locals recommend
Elm Street Oyster House
11 W Elm StA marble bar & colorful murals in the dining room play backdrop to a menu of fresh seafood & wines.
Back 40 Kitchen
107 Greenwich AveAn elegant, barn-inspired space with a working farm serving seasonal locavore fare.
A global selection of beers plus renowned burgers & hearty American fare served at a solid wood bar.
26 locals recommend
The Ginger Man
11 E 36th StA global selection of beers plus renowned burgers & hearty American fare served at a solid wood bar.
A comfortable atmosphere with a vegetable forward menu of fresh, delicious and thoughtful whole food choices.
6 locals recommend
Little Beet Table
376 Greenwich AveA comfortable atmosphere with a vegetable forward menu of fresh, delicious and thoughtful whole food choices.
An upscale bistro menu pairs with wine & cocktails at this sophisticated eatery with a sleek design.
Harvest
372 Greenwich AveAn upscale bistro menu pairs with wine & cocktails at this sophisticated eatery with a sleek design.
Longtime local French cafe known for baked goods, lunch & brunch also serves bistro fare at dinner.
7 locals recommend
Bistro Versailles
339 Greenwich AveLongtime local French cafe known for baked goods, lunch & brunch also serves bistro fare at dinner.
Close grocery store within a 10 minute walk or 5 minute drive. Great for produce, fish, meats, or prepared meals!
54 locals recommend
Whole Foods Market
90 E Putnam AveClose grocery store within a 10 minute walk or 5 minute drive. Great for produce, fish, meats, or prepared meals!
Refined New American plates & craft cocktails served in the swanky dining room of a boutique hotel.
7 locals recommend
Tony's at the J House
1114 E Putnam AveRefined New American plates & craft cocktails served in the swanky dining room of a boutique hotel.
Upscale Italian fare & seafood paired with a premium wine list in an old-world space with piano bar.
Polpo Restaurant & Saloon
554 Old Post RdUpscale Italian fare & seafood paired with a premium wine list in an old-world space with piano bar.
Light-filled taqueria with a beach theme, open kitchen, lengthy bar & DJ spinning on weekends.
71 locals recommend
bartaco
20 Wilton RdLight-filled taqueria with a beach theme, open kitchen, lengthy bar & DJ spinning on weekends.
The Connecticut Wine Trail is a unique collection of 26 vineyards and wineries statewide. All members have tasting rooms where visitors can sample their portfolio of wines; reservations are not required except for special events. Connecticut is one of the most dynamic and fastest growing wine regions in the United States. Visit the CT Wine Trail's Calendar for special pairings, live music, wine releases, and more.
18 locals recommend
Connecticut Wine Trail
433 S Main StThe Connecticut Wine Trail is a unique collection of 26 vineyards and wineries statewide. All members have tasting rooms where visitors can sample their portfolio of wines; reservations are not required except for special events. Connecticut is one of the most dynamic and fastest growing wine regions in the United States. Visit the CT Wine Trail's Calendar for special pairings, live music, wine releases, and more.
Sightseeing
A great close beach friendly to dogs in winter. Travelers must go to Greenwich City hall in summer to purchase a beach pass. A must see!
28 locals recommend
Greenwich Point Beach
11 Tods DriftwayA great close beach friendly to dogs in winter. Travelers must go to Greenwich City hall in summer to purchase a beach pass. A must see!
Bruce Museum
1 Museum DrMuseum with both art and natural history exhibition space.
A famous structure built by American architect Philip Cortelyou Johnson now owned by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. A short 25 minute drive with tours via reservation.
27 locals recommend
The Glass House
199 Elm StA famous structure built by American architect Philip Cortelyou Johnson now owned by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. A short 25 minute drive with tours via reservation.
18th-century colonial home containing a museum with history exhibits & American Impressionist art.
7 locals recommend
Bush-Holley House Museum
47 Strickland Rd18th-century colonial home containing a museum with history exhibits & American Impressionist art.
Greenwich Library
101 West Putnam AvenueSecond Congregational Church
139 E Putnam AveVersailles Farms LLC
56 Locust RdPurchase College
735 Anderson Hill RdThe ferry to the island is relaxing, and sitting on the beach looking back towards downtown Greenwich is a gorgeous view.
Time has preserved Great Captain’s Island, the largest of the chain of three islands off the coast of Greenwich, in its natural state. It is an ideal opportunity to see the diverse bird species in our area, as well as the beautiful lighthouse on the island. The town offers ferry service to both islands in the summer months.
10 locals recommend
Island Beach
The ferry to the island is relaxing, and sitting on the beach looking back towards downtown Greenwich is a gorgeous view.
Time has preserved Great Captain’s Island, the largest of the chain of three islands off the coast of Greenwich, in its natural state. It is an ideal opportunity to see the diverse bird species in our area, as well as the beautiful lighthouse on the island. The town offers ferry service to both islands in the summer months.
A collection of 45 pieces of outdoor sculpture at the PepsiCo world headquarters in Purchase, New York.
Donald M Kendall Sculpture Gardens
700 Anderson Hill RdA collection of 45 pieces of outdoor sculpture at the PepsiCo world headquarters in Purchase, New York.
Historic dam has a 9-11 memorial, scenic picnic areas & events from concerts to antique shows.
20 locals recommend
Kensico Dam Plaza
Kensico Dam PlazaHistoric dam has a 9-11 memorial, scenic picnic areas & events from concerts to antique shows.
Sleepy Hollow
PepsiCo
700 Anderson Hill RdWorld headquarters
A global headquarters for the American professional wrestling promotion, World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc.
WWE Headquarters
707 E Main StA global headquarters for the American professional wrestling promotion, World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc.
Recreation
E. Gaynor Brennan Golf Course
451 Stillwater RdA close public golf course in Stamford. Just a short 13 minute drive
A historic Polo club hosting events normally between June and September. Check their website for tickets! Tickets usually go on sale around April, but may be subject to change.
6 locals recommend
Greenwich Polo Club
1 Hurlingham DrA historic Polo club hosting events normally between June and September. Check their website for tickets! Tickets usually go on sale around April, but may be subject to change.
Bow Tie Cinema
Local movie theater in the heart of Greenwich, CT
Treetops is the former estate of torch singer and actress Libby Holman.
13 locals recommend
Mianus River State Park
Merriebrook LaneTreetops is the former estate of torch singer and actress Libby Holman.
Dorothy Hamill Skating Rink
1 Sue Merz WayIce skating rink
13,000-sq.-ft. climbing gym with courses for all levels, classes, kids' programs & private events.
6 locals recommend
The Cliffs at Valhalla
1 Commerce St13,000-sq.-ft. climbing gym with courses for all levels, classes, kids' programs & private events.
BETA Climbing + Fitness
45 Harbor DrRock climbing gym in Stamford, Connecticut
Yoga Center
125 Greenwich AveYoga studio
Yoga By Danit
6 Sherwood PlYoga studio
Equinox Greenwich
16 Old Track RdLocal gym
RPM Raceway
600 West AveEvent venue in Stamford, Connecticut
Tambass Charters LLC
Grass IslandFishing charter in Greenwich, CT
Travel
Closest airport if you do not wish to take an hour or more drive from LGA, JFK, or EWR
20 locals recommend
Westchester County Airport
240 Airport RdClosest airport if you do not wish to take an hour or more drive from LGA, JFK, or EWR
Shopping
Saks Fifth Avenue
205 Greenwich AveRestoration Hardware
310 Greenwich AveApple Greenwich Avenue
356 Greenwich AveHermès
15 Broad StClub Monaco
173 Greenwich AveZara
100 Greyrock PlCostco Wholesale
1 Westchester AveTraveler advice
Getting around
Download the "MTA" and "TrainTime" phone app
Two helpful phone apps to purchase train tickets and track train times to New York City!