My wife and I start our day by visiting Bruce Park every single morning with our fur babies, and…read morehonestly, it's become an essential ritual for us. There is something incredibly grounding about catching the park early in the morning, especially when there's a blanket of fog hovering right over the Duck Pond. We use this time to soak in the serenity and wonder of nature, establishing peace with ourselves before we have to give the rest of our day to others. As the oldest coastal public park in Greenwich (Robert Moffat Bruce donated the 100-acre estate back in 1908), it's just a beautiful, historic piece of land. It is always incredibly clean and impeccably well-maintained. The landscape transitions seamlessly from open wooded areas to tranquil ponds with benches and scenic salt marshes. If you are into photography, this place is an absolute goldmine for flowers and wildlife. It's a diverse sanctuary for both resident and migratory birds. Depending on the season, I've been able to photograph everything from Great Blue Herons, Great Egrets, Mute Swans, and Double-crested Cormorants to Raptors like Red-tailed Hawks, Ospreys, and even wintering Bald Eagles. The songbirds (like Carolina Wrens and Tufted Titmice) and winter visitors like Buffleheads and Wood Ducks make it a birdwatcher's paradise. Beyond the wildlife and walking/jogging paths, the park has a ton of amenities--a great children's playground, gazebos, picnic areas, and scattered public art and sculptures. For sports, they have baseball/softball fields, tennis courts, and even a lawn bowling and croquet court. Public restrooms are also available and kept clean. Whether you're looking for a vigorous morning jog, a spot to bring the family, or just a quiet place to sit on a bench and watch the ospreys dive, Bruce Park is a local gem. Highly recommend an early morning visit!

Lovely and well maintained park…read more Lots of parking available surrounding the ponds along the park paths. Lots of walking/running paths throughout the park. A few benches around the park. The large sundial sculpture is an interesting attraction. There is a little diagram nearby explaining how the sundial works. There are also a few sculptures there as well. Very safe with lots of friendly park-goers. Public welcome...no town/county/state restrictions to my knowledge.

Lovely lovely lovely little garden. If you're ever in the area and just want to breathe in the…read morefresh air - this is the place is a must! Also be aware to stay 6 feet a part and social distance accordingly! During this pandemic we still need to appreciate the Earth and lovely gardens such as this! If you have a car to stop by for 15 minutes I would highly recommend it. It's never too crowded but a lovely place to sit down and smell the flowers. We just happened to stop by this place as we were exploring and driving to different towns. I hope you take this time to relax and stay calm and safe.

Pretty garden with a giant lawn to explore. You probably won't spend more that 20 minutes here if…read moreyou're not planning to sit in the garden but it's nice to get out and breathe some clean air. The garden is beautifully manicured, they definitely keep up with the maintenance. There's a parking lot here as well that's free.

The Mianus River Park Connecticut is something of a surprise for newcomers, a beautiful hidden gem…read moreof woodland and a beautiful small river just 22 miles long flowing though woodlands on the border of Greenwich and Stamford. It rises at Bedford, NY in Westchester, NY. Altogether, the park in both is a bit more than 220 acres total The trail is accessible from parking lots in Greenwich and Stamford that allow access to the park, but check to see if PARKING PERMITS ARE REQUIRED. Dogs should be kept on lead and under control, not just because it's the right thing, but also because there is wildlife in the park, Eagles nest in the areas and Black Bears are known to nest there. There is a Mianus Web site as also from Stamford and Greenwich. IN the 90s, a fishway was built to allow migratory fish to enter the river as they had previously. It's just a beautiful place that I once shared with a neighbor occasionally as we walked our dogs in the park, a rare time witha great person in early sages of cancer until she had to give it up.

Absolutely stunning. Hidden in the middle of a beautiful neighborhood is this gorgeous park. It's…read moreobviously great for hiking, it has a beautiful river, it's wooded and serene. I took my dogs out for a walk and it was just breathtaking. It looks like it might be a little bit of a secret so I hope it stays that way because it's pretty untouched. Love this place

Nice little park in Stamford. Pretty close to the hotel I was staying in. Plenty of parking. Free…read moreparking! Plenty of walking paths and trails. The absolute cleanest public restrooms I have ever seen. Lots of benches to sit at. Choice of sun or shade. There were baseball diamonds, a skateboard park, a dilapidated Street hockey rink, a kids playground and a picnic grove. Quite a few places to get water. And I even saw a few outlets for emergency phone charging.

Scalzi is a very busy park that's great for all sorts of activities including skateboarding,…read moretennis, baseball, etc. There are a few playgrounds and a nice big open area for frisbee or picnics. There's also a nice sidewalk that wraps around that's perfect for running. Overall, this is a nice park.

I came to Mill River Park in Stamford for the Hope in Motion(repping Stamford Hospital Bennett…read moreCancer Center) 30th anniversary cancer walk.This park is absolutely beautiful w/ so many sights to see throughout the grounds. I couldn't stop taking photos/vids b/c there was a photo op everywhere I turned. Even though I've been here numerous times b4, this was the 1st time I really slowed down & took in how beautiful everything is. It ended up being a really meaningful & peaceful experience. The walk itself was special,& the park made it feel even more uplifting & memorable!

Come here annually for the Hope in Motion cancer walk. When you walk in, you see a beautifully…read morefixed up riverbank, lots of native plants, and winding paths that are perfect for walking, biking, or just relaxing. The park has an inspiring story too; it used to be a dirty, concrete river channel but was turned into a lively green space. It even won awards like the American Planning Association's "Great Places in America." It has a modern carousel pavilion that's great for families, along with a sparkling fountain and an ice skating rink. There's lots of benches scattered along the path by trees. You can hear the water flowing over rocks or enjoy community events such as outdoor movies, fitness classes, or summer concerts. Whether you're seeking calm by the river or the energy of a weekend event, the park offers a little escape right in the heart of Stamford.

I've been wanting to check out Grace Farms for a while now and finally got the chance to go…read morerecently (when the weather was absolutely perfect). The farm is free to attend and roam around, and it's great for dates or hanging out with friends. There is extensive grounds and beautiful architecture. Their food was also really good--everything was organic and many items were grown right there on the farm! There were also free tea tastings when we went. Such a lovely way to spend a beautiful day.

A great place for an afternoon outing. Walk around the extensive grounds, enjoy the art, and have a…read moremeal in the glass-walled café surrounded by nature. We've attended a couple of their scheduled events. The beautiful, modern, minimalist auditorium incorporates the surrounding landscape seamlessly. Excellent acoustics and high-end electronic equipment help the speakers and performers give their best. A recent sold-out lecture by Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer was inspiring, challenging and warmly entertaining. It was followed by a marvelous chamber music concert featuring a collection mostly contemporary works influenced by a connection with nature. Grace Farms' mission is to support nature, arts, justice, community and faith. It's a much-appreciated place to refocus and refuel in these difficult times.

This is a hidden gem. PepsiCo headquarters are surrounded by a beautiful sculpture garden that is…read moreopen to public on weekends and is free. This is a great way to spend 1-1.5 hrs walking around meticulously landscaped garden with some nice sculptures. About half the sculptures are modern art which i don't care about. But plenty are actually pleasant to look at. Totems were great looking. Some sculptures are funny like Personage ( aka ET with erection) Overall very enjoyable afternoon here

The sculpture gardens are free and open to the public. When you arrive at the PepsiCo campus, you…read morehave to give your name and phone number to security and then they direct you to the parking area, which is also free. There was a food truck in the parking lot with Pepsi themed dishes. They closed at 2pm on a Saturday, so we didn't try anything. The grounds are well maintained and easy to walk. The main path through the sculpture gardens has gravel. We had no issues pushing a stroller. The grass is lush and immaculately mowed. It's perfect for laying out a blanket. The sculptures are unique and eye catching. The printed map doesn't have much detail about the art beyond the name of each piece and the sculptor. There are no placards with information either, so it's not very educational. Some of the trees and plants are labeled, so you get a bit of a botanical gardens experience as well. There were a few benches along the path, but most were not shaded. Great place for a stroll. You can easily get through it in an hour.

Binney Park was the first place I learned to ice skate as a child. I thought I reviewed this and…read moremany of the locations my friend Te-see is currently visiting. During my Summers in Connecticut I always came back to the park. It's a beautiful quiet place! I am there in spirit!

Beautiful Binney Park ! One of my favorite parks in Connecticut. It's very relaxed and accessible…read more The July 4th fireworks display is one of the easiest and fun places to go and enjoy the holiday. The other option is Greenwich Point. Greenwich Time publishes an article on the park rules and schedule. No park pass is required for Binney Park. They even have a music band as part of the event. Recommend checking out the schedule - it's free and fun !