New Haven is a family-friendly city with many programs directed primarily at children and their families. Many of the links found on the other “New Haven & the Region” pages make great family destinations. Here are some additional resources:

Yale WorkLife Website
The WorkLife website helps visitors navigate through Yale's many resources, including Yale childcare offerings and family-related programs. 

ParentsFirst Website
The ParentsFirst website is a developmental parenting site developed at the Yale Child Study Center with links to a variety of fun places to go and things to do in the area.  

Top 6 New Haven area family activities

• Connecticut Beaches
• Eli Whitney Museum 
• Peabody Museum 
• Sleeping Giant Park (hiking) 
• Connecticut Children’s Museum 
• New Haven local playgrounds as described by a local dad