Welcome to Stamford
Stamford is located in the South Western region of Connecticut in Fairfield County. Home to four Fortune 500 Companies, nine Fortune 1000 Companies, and 13 Courant 100 Companies and numerous large corporations. A diverse community and a city immersed in the performing arts, end-less entertainment, a wide selection of dining opportunities and scenic parks with an upbeat atmosphere in the heart of downtown. Located only 35 miles from Manhattan.
Education
- UCONN
- Sacred Heart University
- Stamford Public Schools/Adult & Continuing Education
Recreational Facilities
Chelsea Piers – Finest sports and recreational facilities in the country. Offers instructional programs, camps, sports leagues, competitive teams, fitness and drop-in fun for children and adults.
Cove Island Park
Stamford Museum and Nature Center
Sterling Farms Golf Course
- Sterling Farms Golf Course
- Gaynor Brennan Golf Course
- Terry Connors Ice Rink
- Stamford Twin Rinks
Parks & Beaches
- Mill River Park located in Downtown Stamford
- Cove Island Park – Beach & Picnic grounds
- Cummings Beach
- Scalzi Park on Bridge St – Cubeta Stadium, Playground, Baseball/Softball fields, Volleyball/Basketball/Bocce/Roller Hockey Courts
- Stamford Museum and Nature Center
Bedford Street
Living, Cafes & Restaurants
- Alive at Five Concerts at Columbus Park
- Stamford Town Center
- Downtown Stamford Bedford Street
www.stamford-downtown.com - Stamford Arts & Entertainment
www.palacestamford.org - Harbor Point
www.harborpt.com/stamford-restaurants - Brick House Bar & Grill: 203.353.8892
- Capital Grille: 203.967.0000
- Cheesecake Factory: 203.316.0649
- Sign of the Whale: 203.888.8282
- Tigin Irish Pub: 203.353.8444
- Kashi: 203.890.9470
- Del Frisco’s Grille: 203.890.9601
- Quattro Pazzi: 203.324.7000
- Café Silvium: 203.324.1651
