Where the city meets the country, Stamford Connecticut lies in the heart of coastal Fairfield County, on the shores of the Long Island Sound, and just 25 miles from New York City. Stamford uniquely combines a vibrant downtown with a host of cultural attractions, museums, great shopping, galleries, and theaters, with nearby beaches and surrounding rolling hills. The recreational opportunities in and around Stamford are endless.

Connect with the water and enjoy a harbor tour, boating, or fishing on the Long Island Sound, or simply soak up the sun on one of Stamford's many beaches. Surrounded by beautiful countryside, Stamford offers country hikes, and the Stamford Nature Center houses a variety of animals and delightful woodland trails, all within easy access from the Stamford Marriott hotel.

The Stamford Area Museum and the galleries of the Loft Artist Association in downtown Stamford provide a cultural break from outdoor activities, or go shopping in Stamford's world-class mall, the Stamford Town Center, with great names like Saks Fifth Avenue and Macy's. Antique hunters need look no further than Stamford's United House Wrecking, Connecticut's largest antique store and emporium, or the antique shops on Canal Street.

The sports enthusiast is catered to with Stamford's two public golf courses and the opportunity to play bocce, basketball, and soccer in Stamford's parks or ice skating in indoor, year-round rinks. Enjoy the anticipation and excitement of gaming at Foxwood's and Mohegan Sun Casino, two of the world's largest casinos, just an hour and a half north of the hotel.

With over 65 restaurants, theaters, and a variety of entertainment including concerts and musicals, many nightclubs, and two multiplex cinemas, Stamford's nightlife is very much alive and kicking. Your stay in Stamford will be so fun-filled, you won't want to leave!