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1. DARIEN BEACHES
Often chosen as “the best place to live in
Connecticut”, Darien offers residents a mix
of suburban lifestyle combined with small
town amenities, all within less than a hour
commute to New York City! Situated along
the Long Island Sound, Darien residents
enjoy 16 miles of breathtaking shoreline
along Connecticut’s Gold Coast.

2. A+ PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Darien’s Public School System is a top 3. TASTY RESTAURANTS
Dining options will never be a problem in
rated public school district consisting of
4,475 students in grades Pre-K - 12, with a this town! From family-run establishments
student-to-teacher ratio of 14 to 1. Darien to world class cuisine, Darien is home to
Public Schools consistently receives high great restaurants, coffee shops, nostalgic
diners, cafes, bistros and bars. Some
marks in academics, as well as has a strong
athletic program that captures many titles, favorites include The Sugar Bowl, 1020 Post,
keeping their mascot, the Blue Wave, very Rory’s, Scena, Coromandel, and Louie’s.
busy.
4. DARIEN LIBRARY
Both nationally and internationally
6. ALL ABOARD
Getting around is never a problem, as recognized as one of the most innovative
Darien offers residents three train stations, libraries in the world, Darien Library works
hard to ensure they provide exceptional
making for an easy commute into New
York City or a quick trip to DC, Boston, or educational, entertaining, enriching
Philadelphia. programming along with community-
building activities.
10. CHERRY LAWN PARK
Cherry Lawn Park is a magnificent park that 5. SHOPPING
covers 27.5 acres in the middle of town, In need of a little retail therapy? Darien
offering a variety of active and recreational has you covered! From thrift shops to
boutiques, Darien has it all! Make sure to
opportunities. The park has 2 playgrounds,
trails, a duck pond, basketball and tennis check out Darien Sport Shop which has
Courts, soccer and baseball fields, a been dressing up the town from head to toe
community garden. Also home to the since 1946!
Darien Nature Center.
7. WEED BEACH
Weed Beach is a 22 acre beach that has a
picnic area, bathhouse, concession stand,
playground, tennis courts, paddle hut and
paddle courts, fishing area, sailing, paddle
board and kayak rentals. Home to the Weed
Beachfest, an annual community gathering
with bands, games, and vendors.