Local AreaThings to See and Do in Shelton, ConnecticutThe city of Shelton, Connecticut in the Naugatuck Valley embodies New England charm at its finest. Nestled along the Housatonic River, Shelton encompasses over 30 square miles of rolling countryside in the northeastern corner of Fairfield County. Established as the Town of Huntington in 1789, Shelton was incorporated as a city in 1919. From its early days as an industrial center, Shelton has made enormous strides in the corporate sector, attracting 800 companies to the city in the last ten years. Although forward-focused, Shelton has certainly not forgotten its history. Quaint 19th-century buildings line the downtown streets while old brick factories from the 1800s still stand guard along the Housatonic River. Today, Shelton boasts a variety of Connecticut attractions and things to do. Our Shelton hotel near Yale University is conveniently close to major highways. Enjoy effortless access to the cities of: Trumbull, Bridgeport, Stratford and New Haven. Sights, Attractions & Things to Do
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