As a result of the old cemetery on the New Haven Town Green becoming overcrowded, it was created in the 1790s as the first charted burial ground in the nation.
Pay your respects at the Grove Street Cemetery
When you need a break from buying, spend some time hopping between the various stores and boutiques and stopping into the various eateries for meals and snacks.
Wander through The Shops at Yale
The Yale Bowl is a short distance from the Yale campus, where the Yale football team plays every autumn.
Cheer on the Bulldogs at a Yale University football game
Find your new favorite book at the Atticus Bookstore Café
Along with their fantastic food and baked goods, you can browse a selection of classics, new releases, and staff picks.
See the Yale University Art Gallery
It has held the title of oldest university art museum in the country since its establishment in 1832. You can take part in any of its events and view its collection for free.