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Westbrook is a coastal community in the New England area offering a family-friendly atmosphere and small town charm. With its proximity to the Connecticut River and Long Island Sound, Westbrook features gorgeous beaches, recreational activities, and notable museums. Westbrook is the go-to destination for visitors seeking a calm, pleasant place for relaxation and leisurely pleasures.

Museums and historical points of interest are abundant in Westbrook. Delve into America’s past by visiting the Mystic Seaport, a museum with exhibits dedicated to the sea and historical life in New England during the 1800s; strolling through the Florence Griswold Museum, an art museum filled with brilliant works of American Impressionism; or taking a ride on the Essex Steam Train. For a more outdoorsy experience, Ocean Beach Park has a picturesque coastline, miniature golf course, playground, and beautiful boardwalk. Moreover, the Gillette Castle State Park gives visitors the opportunity to picnic or embark on hiking trails that lead to an old stone castle that was commissioned and designed by actor William Gillette who played the role of Sherlock Holmes on stage. Westbrook also boasts a premier shopping mall called the Tanger Outlet Center as well as bustling casinos like the Foxwoods Resort Casino or 34-story Mohegan Sun.

New Haven is located about a half an hour’s drive west from the heart of Westbrook. Home to Yale University and a vibrant, renowned culinary scene, New Haven emanates an energetic vibe that contrasts Westbrook’s quaint, homey feel. This college town is best known for its unique style of pizza. Grab a slice at one of the many historic pizzerias in town such as Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana which opened in 1925 or Sally's Apizza which debuted in 1938. During the summer months, New Haven features free music events and concerts. History buffs may consider driving around two hours northeast from Westbrook to Boston, Massachusetts. Boston houses the country’s first public park and subway system. Visitors can take a self-guided tour on the Freedom Trail to see culturally significant attractions and landmarks including the site of the Boston Massacre, Paul Revere House, and King’s Chapel Burying Ground, a cemetery where Ralph Waldo Emerson’s father is buried.

Properties in Westbrook possess a signature cozy, familiar ambiance. Vacation rentals range from peaceful, comfortable cottages to waterfront bungalows with scenic views of the beach and sunset. For the budget conscious, there are lovely double rooms available in quiet neighborhoods.

Westbrook has a robust public transit system. There is a rail station in town called Westbrook which is operated by the Shore Line East commuter rail service of the Connecticut Department of Transportation. Amtrak also has services that run through that station. The rail runs to neighboring towns such as New London, Old Saybrook, and Clinton as well as cities further out in Connecticut like New Haven, Stratford, and Stamford. Westbrook’s public bus transportation is managed by the Estuary Transit District and has routes that run through the town and adjacent communities including Essex, Deep River, and Chester.