As we look out on the quiet street scene, we feel so fortunate to have found this quaint New England town to call home.
We are further blessed by the many people who come to stay with us for a day, a week, or more.
From all walks of life and all corners of the globe, you are our guests, our new found friends, and our best gifts each day.
Thank you, and we look forward to many more visits to come.
If you have not been here before, we invite you to explore the many things to see and do in this place we call home.
An easy two blocks to town for Dining and Dancing:
- Archie Moore's Bar and Restaurant - Repeated "Best Buffalo Wing" award winner throughout Connecticut. Restaurant, bar, and outdoor cafe seating. - 39 North Main Street
- Gaetano's Tavern on Main - Lots of variety and excellent menu choices in a comfortable casual atmosphere. Restaurant, banquet facilities, bar seating, and outdoor seating. - 40 North Main Street
- Michael's Trattoria - Zagat rated - Northern Italian cuisine in a cozy biestro setting. Great wine list. Reservations suggested. - 344 Center Street
- Come For Coffee And ... Cozy cafe with delicious varieties of fresh brewed coffee and pastries for your enjoyment. - 235 Center Street
- Jake's - Classic, romantic and upscale - live entertainment - happy hour - outdoor seating. - 179 Center Street
- The Old Dublin - Laid back casual, genuine Irish pub experience - live entertainment - darts. - 171 Quinnipiac St
Antiques, Specialty Shops and Day Spas:
- Antique Center of Wallingford - 28 South Orchard
- The Curiosity Shop - 216 Center Street
- Images-Herloom Linen & Lace - 32 North Colony Street
- Wallingford General Antiques/Collectibles - 202 Center Street
- The Dressing Room - Designer clothing, accessories and jewelry. - 3 North Main Street
- Wallingford Lamp and Shade - Unique selection of lamps, lights, fixtures - technical assistance - repairs and antique restoration. - 124 Center Street
- Creations at Work - Event planning - flowers - gifts - wedding arrangements. - 209 Center Street
- Body and Soul Day Spa - 26 North Main Street - call for appointment: (203) 269-3223
- Serenity Salon & Day Spa - 118 Center Street - call for appointment: (203) 265-4419
LiveNation venue at the Chevrolet Theatre - just over a mile from our door!
Chevrolet
"The Chevrolet is New England's newest and largest theatre (formerly the Oakdale Theatre)
The innovative design has garnered raves from artists and audiences alike...making it the premier live entertainment venue in Connecticut."
- Honda Civic Tour presents Panic at the Disco with
- Motion City Soundtrack, The Hush Sound, Phantom Planet - May 10, 2008
- Wisin & Yandel - May 24, 2008
- The Backyardigans Live! - June 7 & 8, 2008
- ZZ Top - June 20, 2008
- John Edward - June 21, 2008
- Kaleidoscope Theatre Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs - July 9, 2008
- Kaleidoscope Theatre Pinocchio - July 16, 2008
- Kaleidoscope Theatre Cinderella - July 23, 2008
- Kaleidoscope Theatre Jack & The Beanstalk - July 30, 2008
- The High Kings - September 10, 2008
More local Art and Theatre:
Paul Mellon Arts Center - Guest artists - Children's Theater - Student productions and concerts - Gallery Exhibitions, all just two blocks away.
17th Annual Playwriting Festival - May 8, 2008
No No Nanette - May 29 & June 5, 2008
Holiday Cinema Stadium 10 - Wallingford's new 10 screen multiplex cinema is less than two miles away.
Wallingford ~ the heart of Connecticut's Wine Trail.
With half of the vineyards to our west and half to our east; Wallingford is a great place to stay when touring Connecticut's wine trail.
Start with our own Wallingford vineyard just a few miles away. Wine trail passports available.
Gouveia Vineyards - Wine tasting Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Bring your picnic lunch and enjoy wonderful views, music, and wine.
For more information go to
Connecticut Winery Tours
Local Wallingford Events
Wallingford Center Inc. - Sponsors events throughout the year including:
- Gardener's Market Local produce and plants for sale Saturdays mid July through mid September at the Wallingford gazebo.
- Wednesday night music under the stars - local bands performing live on the downtown green throughout the summer months.
- Celebrate Wallingford Saturday & Sunday, October 4 - 5, 2008 - Annual street festival offering good old fashioned fun throughout downtown.
- Season of Celebrations - All of downtown joints Mr. & Mrs. Santa and their elves for caroling, food and fun the first weekend in December.
More Local Fun Spots
- Prime Climb - Indoor climbing for all ages - clinics - events - team building. 340 Quinnipiac Street
- On Track Karting Ultimate Indoor Racing - A 1,700 ft track and fleet of high performance Sodi Karts.
One of the longest and most competitive indoor racing facilities in the country. Lounge - big-screen TV - arcade - vending machines - event room. 984 North Colony Road
- Traditions Golf Club Excellent dining and meeting facilities are also available.
Farms Country Club "Connecticut's premier family club" with full service banquet facilities.
Attractions nearby
- Wharton Brook State Park for a walk, picnic, swimming, and fishing less than three miles away.
- Sleeping Giant State Park is known as one of Connecticut's best places for fall foliage leaf peeping - five miles away.
Lyman Orchards and Lyman's Golf - Lyman's professionally designed Golf Course and Golf Academy- ranked among CT's top ten Public Golf Courses.
Pick your own fresh produce. Deli and farm market - Corn maze - Hay rides and ponies -1000+ acres of wonderful views - seven miles away.
- Barker Character, Comic and Cartoon Museum
- The Peabody Museum of Natural History
- Mt. Southington Ski Area Less than twenty miles to our north.
- Castleview Balloons Hot air balloon rides by appointment.
Nearby schools and Universities
We are listing on the lodging and accommodations directories for the following institutes:
Regional attractions (within 25 to 50 miles):
- B&R Stables for horseback riding - open trails or inside with personal lessons April to November by appointment only.
- Dinosaur State Park "..one of the largest dinosaur track sites in North America."
- Lake Compounce "New England's Family Theme Park and Connecticut's Biggest Water Park."
- Connecticut Historical Society "museum exhibitions, library and genealogy school resources"
- Science Center of Connecticut "planetarium shows, hands-on exhibits, live animals"
- Mark Twain House - Tour the beautifully restored home of Samuel Clements.
- Connecticut River boats with eagle watch tours
- Silver Sands State Park with family friendly beach and a pirate's island just off shore
- Hammonasset Beach on Long Island Sound
- Connecticut Steam Train Museum
- Mohegan Sun Casino
Foxwoods Casinos
New York City is less than two hours away by train or car.
E-Mail: innkeep@bedandbreakfastwallingford.com
