Norwalk vacation rentals

Travel to charming Norwalk

The area's museums and entertainment are just a few of the reasons to vacation in Norwalk. Well known for its aquarium, bars and island views, this romantic city won't disappoint. Many rental homes come with outdoor spaces, separate dining areas and full kitchens, perfect if you want to enjoy some home-cooked meals.

The attractions of the Atlantic in Norwalk

It's all about enjoying the Atlantic Ocean in Norwalk. Beautiful stretches of wide sand tip the end of South Norwalk at spots like Calf Pasture Beach and Shady Beach, while little oyster shacks shoulder above the salt-washed harbor-side in the heart of the town. Then there's The Maritime Aquarium, arguably the top attraction here, where seals and sharks and even an IMAX theater awaits – it's perfect for the whole family. Meanwhile, regular boat trips leave for handsome Sheffield Lighthouse during the summer, showcasing historic 19th-century maritime architecture and pretty nature trails alike.

Oysters and old seashores in Norwalk

Norwalk vacation rentals close to the seashore are perhaps the best located in this charming little town. They will offer the perfect base for catching boating excursions across the Long Island Sound, or for hopping between the historic lighthouses of South Norwalk. Oyster eating is ubiquitous here too, with the wealth of homey local seafood joints around the harbor coming alive each September with the annual Oyster festival. Then there are the beautiful dune-backed beaches to explore along the coast, and one of the most acclaimed aquarium exhibits in the whole region.

Hit Norwalk's beaches in the summer

If you're eager to enjoy long and lazy days wandering the shore, then why not go in search of Norwalk vacation rentals between the months of May and August? That's when the weather is at its best, and when the local beach parks are packed with sunbathing folk. And while Norwalk's coastline is certainly finest during the summertime, the town also looks great in the fall. From early September to October, the climate is still warm and dry, while there are also fun harvest festivals and the annual oyster festival to enjoy.

Wander along the Connecticut coast in Norwalk

As Norwalk spills into the Long Island Sound, it splits into a series of small islands and peninsulas. That means there's plenty of beautiful Connecticut coastline to explore from the doorsteps of many a Norwalk vacation rental. It starts with the wide and powdery sands of Shady Beach, and carries along the secluded shores of Sheffield Island out at sea. If you're really looking to escape the town, then it might be better to head east to the Sherwood Island State Park. This protected reserve has quaint woods, picnic spots, dune habitats, and swaying fields of sea grasses.

Traveling to and around Norwalk

Fly into Westchester County Airport (HPN), the closest airport, located 15.8 mi (25.4 km) from the city center. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you might consider flying into LaGuardia Airport (LGA), which is 33.9 mi (54.6 km) away.

If you're traveling by train, East Norwalk Station, South Norwalk Station and Rowayton Station are the main stations in the city.