Choose a holiday rental for your Fairfield County getaway
Learn about the unique charm of Fairfield County with a stay in a holiday home rental. This city has something for everyone. With a holiday rental, you get a home away from home – many rentals offer full kitchens and outdoor grills for some home cooking.
Sightseeing in and around Fairfield County
Do you want to find top things to see and do while you're in town? Venture out of your holiday home and experience everything that makes Fairfield County a fun place to get away to. Here are some of the major attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Norwalk Maritime Aquarium (10.4 mi / 16.7 km)
- Beardsley Zoo (11.4 mi / 18.4 km)
- Chelsea Piers (14.9 mi / 23.9 km)
- Thunder Ridge Ski Resort (20.3 mi / 32.7 km)
- Putnam County Golf Course (21.1 mi / 34 km)
- Quassy Amusement Park (23.1 mi / 37.1 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Fairfield County
Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to appreciate the scenery, Fairfield County is a great place to spend some time outside. Here are a few of the area's most eye-catching sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Tarrywile Park and Mansion (9.5 mi / 15.3 km)
- Compo Beach (10.3 mi / 16.5 km)
- Jennings Beach (11.1 mi / 17.9 km)
- Penfield Beach (11.3 mi / 18.2 km)
- Fairfield Beach (11.3 mi / 18.3 km)
- Seaside Beach (11.9 mi / 19.1 km)
How to get to and around Fairfield County
The nearest airport is in Danbury, CT (DXR-Danbury Municipal), located 9.8 mi (15.7 km) from the city centre. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you might consider flying into Bridgeport, CT (BDR-Igor I. Sikorsky Memorial), which is 15 mi (24.2 km) away.
If you prefer to travel by train, Westport Station, Southport Station and Green's Farms Station are the main stations in the city.