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Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

New Canaan travel guide

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You're Going to Love New Canaan

With a population of 19,738, New Canaan is a must-see destination in Connecticut, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in New Canaan to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in New Canaan

If you’re looking for affordable options, South End (36 Pine Street) and Baldanza Cafe (129 Elm St) are great picks.

When to visit New Canaan

New Canaan in August
Estimated hotel price
$163
1 night at 3-star hotel
New Canaan in August
Estimated hotel price
$163
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to New Canaan

Plane

When flying to New Canaan, you’ll arrive at White Plains Westchester County (HPN), which is located 12 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to New Canaan departs from San Francisco and takes around 5h 19m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving New Canaan, followed by Acela. The train journey from New Canaan to Philadelphia takes 1h 01m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 37m trip.

Car

Another option to get to New Canaan is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 37 miles from New Canaan. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to New Canaan, including OurBus, CoachRun and Bus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to New Canaan takes 70 miles and will cost you around $26. From Andalusia, the ticket costs about $16 for a journey of 80 miles.

Plane

When flying to New Canaan, you’ll arrive at White Plains Westchester County (HPN), which is located 12 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to New Canaan departs from San Francisco and takes around 5h 19m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving New Canaan, followed by Acela. The train journey from New Canaan to Philadelphia takes 1h 01m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 37m trip.

Car

Another option to get to New Canaan is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 37 miles from New Canaan. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to New Canaan, including OurBus, CoachRun and Bus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to New Canaan takes 70 miles and will cost you around $26. From Andalusia, the ticket costs about $16 for a journey of 80 miles.

Airports near New Canaan

HPNWhite Plains Westchester County
ISPIslip Long Island

Airlines serving New Canaan

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of New Canaan

Most booked hotels in New Canaan

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Hyatt Regency Greenwich
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1587 reviews)
$220+
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Hyatt House White Plains
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1135 reviews)
$218+
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Sonesta White Plains Downtown
4 stars
Excellent (8, 888 reviews)
$242+
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The Stamford Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.8, 987 reviews)
$141+
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Hilton Stamford Hotel & Executive Meeting Center
4 stars
Good (6.7, 1682 reviews)
$196+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Stamford / New York City
2 stars
Okay (5.6, 1602 reviews)
$103+
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Renting a car in New Canaan

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in New Canaan (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in New Canaan is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Ford Edge or similar) are, on average, 18% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in New Canaan (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in New Canaan is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Ford Edge or similar) are, on average, 18% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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