Norwalk is filled with great shopping and home to Stew Leonards - a truly unique grocery shopping experience. Head in either direction on Route 1 (Post Road) and you will find everything you need from clothing, to home decor, jewelers, childrens stores and more! Head toward the shoreline and you'll find SONO and you'll find a mix of specialty shops, nightlife, and waterfront dining PLUS the new SONO Collection (opening in 2019 - 2010) which will include Nordstrom, Bloomingdales and 80 - 100 smaller retailers and boutiques.
Calf Pasture Beach - Calf Pasture Beach Road - Norwalk CT 06851 - Baseball/softball, volleyball, skate park, playground, refreshing splash pad, sun and sand sports, the sailing school, bocce, basketball and 3/4 of a mile of scenic coast line with tremendous views. There are also special events scheduled all season long ranging from classic car shows to fabulous free concerts!
Ripka's Beach Cafe Enjoy a casual meal of beachy food, or try the delicious fresh seafood at Ripka's. Always fresh and served with a smile!
Gallaher Mansion and Cranbury Park - 300 Grumman Avenue - Norwalk CT 06851 - The park's expansive 227 acres offers a series of wooded trails and a dog friendly environment in the orchard. The Great Lawn presents a dramatic backdrop to wedding receptions and festivals all year long. The park also features a challenging 18-hole Disc Golf Course that winds in and out of the woods.
Veteran's Memorial Park and Marina is situated on 35 acres, and includes a marina and boat launch site, a playground, bicycle and jogging paths, basketball courts, soccer, hockey, and football fields, baseball diamonds, visitor docks with full power available, a boating center and marina. The park also includes a walk esplanade overlooking scenic Norwalk Harbor.