You'd Be Surprised To Learn That Fairfield, Connecticut Is One Of The Country's Best Coastal Towns
By Lisa Sammons|Published May 19, 2023
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Lisa Sammons
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Lisa loves animals and has dogs, rats, cats, guinea pigs, and snakes. She is passionate about animal rescue and live music - traveling across the country to see a favorite band is a pretty regular occurrence! Being out hiking in the woods enjoying the scenery with her beloved dogs is another favorite hobby, and also checking out the Pokemon Go scene in whatever city she happens to be in at any given time (coffee and dog leash in hand). You can reach Lisa at lsammons@onlyinyourstate.com
Visiting a coastal town is always such a treat. There’s something about the sensation of the breeze in your hair, hearing crashing waves roll ashore, and feeling the sand beneath your toes. It makes you feel free and feel a sense of tranquility that you just can’t get anywhere else. Smelling the sea-salt air always seems to put a bit of a pep in my step when I’m traveling! We’re lucky enough to have quite a few coastal towns in Connecticut, and they’re all special in their own ways. From basking in the sun on a beach to shopping at the local stores, there’s plenty to do in these amazing spots. One of my personal favorite coastal towns in the state is Fairfield. Here are a few of the best attractions in Fairfield, CT:
Fairfield is known for its rich history and picturesque landscapes. It's located right on the coast of the Long Island Sound and has about five miles of shoreline.
Of course, when many of us travel to coastal towns, one of the main draws is the beach! No matter what time of year it is, Fairfield's Jennings Beach is one of our favorite local beaches.
Jennings Beach, 880 S Benson Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
Find out more about Penfield Beach on the official website.
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The Fairfield Museum and History Center is one of the state's most underrated museums. There's a lot to see here, with both traveling and permanent exhibits on site.
Fairfield Museum & History Center, 370 Beach Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
Fans of the performing arts will not want to miss the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts , a theater hosting a variety of live performers. You can catch all kinds of shows here, from music to spoken word to dances and more.
Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts, 1073 N Benson Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
Are you more of a fan of traditional visual art? No problem! You'll also find the Fairfield University Art Museum. The museum is open to the public and features both permanent displays and special exhibits.
Fairfield University Art Museum, 200 Barlow Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
If the weather's not up to par for outdoor adventures, but you still want to be active, check out Rock Climb Fairfield. This is one of the largest climbing gyms in Connecticut and features classes for those looking to get into the hobby.
Rock Climb Fairfield, 85 Mill Plain Rd building t, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
