GUIDE TO GREENWICH
ALL ABOUT GREENWICH
A classic New England town along the Long Island Sound, Greenwich blends coastal charm with vibrant living. Known for its strong community values, it’s a hub for commerce, education, dining, and recreation. The town includes four distinct areas: Greenwich Proper, Cos Cob, Riverside, and Old Greenwich.
Founded in 1640 and chartered in 1665, Greenwich began as a farming community with early industry and shipping along the Mianus River. Today, over 60,000 residents call it home—from boaters and business professionals to active families and retirees.
Located just 40 miles from New York City, Greenwich is easily accessible via Metro-North, I-95, and the Merritt Parkway.
Fostering Education and Community Growth
Greenwich Public Schools include eleven elementary schools, three middle schools, and one high school, plus an alternative program. Five schools, including Western Middle School, operate as magnets.
Guided by a strategic plan focused on academic and personal growth, Greenwich educators are widely recognized for their dedication and impact—earning numerous awards for excellence in teaching.
Local Clubs and Organizations
The Bailiwick Club * The Belle Haven Club * Boys & Girls Club, Burning * Tree Country Club Fairview Country Club * The Field Club * Greenwich Boat and Yacht Club * Greenwich Country Club * Greenwich Racquet Club * Greenwich Water Club * Indian Harbor Yacht Club *Innis Arden Golf Club * Old Greenwich Yacht Club Mianus River Boat and Yacht Club * The Milbrook Club * Riverside Yacht Club * Rocky Point Club * Round Hill Club * Stanwich Club * Tamarack Country Club * YMCA Greenwich * YWCA Greenwich
Don't Forget To Visit
Audubon Greenwich * Tod’s Point * Babcock Preserve * Binney Park * Bruce Museum * Bruce Park * Byram Park and Pool * Cos Cob Park * The Farmer's Market * Greenwich Avenue * Greenwich Point Park * Greenwich Polo Club * Island Beach Ferry * Putnam Cottage * Roger Sherman Baldwin Park
AROUND TOWN
Greenwich Point Park (Tod's Point)
Greenwich Point Park, also known as Tod’s Point, is a 147.3 acre town owned beach and recreation facility, which includes numerous historical buildings from John Kennedy Tod’s former estate, saltwater fishing areas, windsurfing and kite surfing areas, picnic tables, grills, restrooms, concessions, boat storage, walking and biking trails and a public marina.
Roger Sherman Baldwin Park
Set along scenic Greenwich Harbor, this vibrant park features open lawns, art sculptures, a skate park, and hosts beloved community events like the Greenwich Town Party, Wine & Food Festival, Concours d’Elegance, Puttin’ on the Dog, and the Summer Concert Series. Adjacent to the park is the Arch Street Teen Center—the nation’s longest-running privately funded teen center—offering a safe, welcoming space for local youth.
Downtown Greenwich
Often referred to as the Rodeo Drive of Connecticut, Greenwich Avenue offers an unmatched blend of luxury shopping, fine dining, and small-town charm. From designer boutiques to cozy cafés, it’s a vibrant, walkable hub that captures the best of coastal sophistication and community spirit.
Bruce Museum
In 1908, Robert Moffat Bruce, a textile merchant and member of the New York Cotton Exchange, donated property to the Town of Greenwich so that it could be used as “a natural history, historical, and art museum for the use and benefit of the public.” The first exhibition ever at the Bruce Museum took place in 1912 and featured works by local artists known as the Greenwich Society of Artists, several of whom were members of the Cos Cob Art Colony. Plans have been set in motion to renovate "The Bruce" from 30,000 square feet to 70,000 square feet and ensure the endowment that keeps the museum sustainable.
Audubon Greenwich
A 285-acre sanctuary that includes an outdoor classroom with 7 miles of hiking trails, hardwood forests, a lake, vernal pool, and more, Audubon Greenwich is recognized as the first educational nature center of the National Audubon Society. The sanctuary welcomes over 20,000 visitors each year who participate in adult and child nature education programs, and encourages the community to join them in conserving the nature that thrives there.
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