What to Love

• Access to the water and beach
• Quaint downtown area
• Incredible arts community

Local Lifestyle

If you are looking for a picturesque New England town close to New York City, then Westport is perfect for you. This community offers everything for all ages and interests, with its busy downtown area, striking views, delicious food establishments, charming architecture, flawless coastlines, and high-energy vibes.

Dining, Entertainment, & Shopping

Although Westport is home to endless outdoor activities and fun shopping experiences, it is also often known as a foodie's utopia. Here you will find an endless array of dishes for gatherings, a special date night, and even a quick snack that the whole family will love.

For example, La Plage is a local favorite with outdoor seating by the water. Manna Toast provides customers with vegan breakfast and lunch options, while Kawa Ni is a go-to spot for Japanese cuisine. The Whelk serves inventive seafood plates in cozy surroundings. Allium Eatery features a lovely selection of well-curated French-inspired dishes and many other delicacies that will leave your mouth watering. Bartaco is another fantastic restaurant with a unique menu of sesame ribeye, roasted duck tacos, spicy cucumber salad, spiced chicken verde rice bowls, and much more.

For fun after your fantastic dining experience, check out the area's unique stores, such as Serena and Lily, Terrain, and Bungalow.

The Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts is a popular entertainment spot renowned for the Summer Session, the longest-running free outdoor festival in the country.

Things to Do

Westport has no shortage of gorgeous beach scenery, with the sandy shores of Compo Beach, Saugatuck Shores Beach, Old Mill Beach, and Burying Hill Beach within easy reach. Residents enjoy sailing, boating, or walking along the tranquil coastline.

Outside of its shopping and dining opportunities, there are many things to enjoy in this quaint area, including Longshore Community Club. Every Westport resident has access to this incredible club, where they can enjoy golf, tennis, paddle sports, and other water-related activities. There is even an outdoor ice skating rink in the wintertime.

The Saugatuck Rowing & Fitness Club is a popular health club with renowned rowing programs and competitions for all ages, a fitness center, personal training programs, and the Boathouse Restaurant.

Schools

The Westport School District is a top-rated public school district that offers schools to over 5,000 students, with a student-teacher ratio of 11 to 1. Some of the more well-known schools here include:

• Staples High School, Grades 9-12
• Bedford Middle School, Grades 6-8
• Long Lots Elementary School, Grades K-5