New London is a historic seaport city in Connecticut, on the United States' northeastern coast. It is a place where the sea has shaped the town for a long time, and its nickname, the Whaling City, recalls the industry that once drove its harbor life.
What the city offers
The city is home to the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, which gives its waterfront a distinctive maritime character. Visitors interested in seafaring history will find that the city's heritage runs through its streets, its harbor and its working waterfront.
New London is also known for its Victorian architecture. Walking through the older neighborhoods lets you see houses and buildings from that era, and the scale of the city makes it easy to explore on foot.
Who the visit suits
- Visitors interested in maritime history and the sea
- Travelers who enjoy historic architecture and walking through older town centers
- Anyone curious about Connecticut's coastal communities
The city's cultural attractions add further reasons to stop. Because the facts available here are brief, it is worth checking current details on opening times, events and visitor services before you set out, so that your trip fits the sites you most want to see.
