Madison (Connecticut)

Madison is a town located in New Haven County of Connecticut. It is located in the central part of the Connecticut shoreline. The population of Madison is around 19,000 as of 2006. The total area of Madison is 38.6 square miles. It was first founded in 1641 but was originally known as East Guilford. It was named its own town in 1826, which separated Madison from is bordering town of Guilford. Much of Madison is known for its pricey, historical homes and its miles of beach. It is 15 miles east of New Haven and 35 miles south of Hartford. Madison is immediately bordered to the east by Clinton, on the north by Durham, on the south by Long Island Sound, and on the west by Guilford.

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Tweed New Haven Regional Airport (New Haven, CT) – Located in New Haven County, and only 5 miles from the main business neighborhood of New Haven.

Bradley International Airport (Windsor Locks, CT) – Located in Hartford County, halfway between Hartford, Connecticut and Springfield, Massachusetts. It is Connecticut’s busiest commercial airport.

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CT Transit – Public Transportation for all of Connecticut. To find out about fares and routes visit www.cttransit.com.

By car

To get into Madison take route I-95 to exit 61.

Get Around

For east and west transportation access there are three major roads that intersect Madison; Interstate 95, US highway 1 (Boston Post Road), and state highway 80. State highway 79 allows for north and south town access. All roads can obtain considerable traffic when going to the more heavily populated areas.

What to See

• Deacon John Grave House - 581 Boston Post Road - Began as a primitive two-room dwelling that is now a classic New England saltbox. The house has been inhabited for over 300 years by the descendants of Deacon John Grave.
• Scranton Memorial Library - 801 Boston Post Road ☎ +1 203-245-7365 - Historical library in the heart of Madison. The library offers beautiful architectural sites and an array of activities each day for children

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Madison (Connecticut)

• Hammonasset State Park - exit 62 from Interstate 95 North, if you are already in Madison take a 20 minutes drive east to the major shoreline. ☎ +1 203 245-2785 Opening Hours: 7 days a week at 8 am until sunset variable fees during peak season This state park offers endless amounts of things to do for couples and for families. There are over 1,000 acres of campgrounds, parks, beaches, walking trails, bike paths, and fields. Meigs Point Nature Center is also within Hammonasset State Park, offering aquariums and reptile and amphibian exhibits for the kids.

• Beebe Marine 21 Boston Post Road ☎ +1 203-245-8665 - Located on East River, Beebe Marine offers a full range of boating services, along with a full marina to walk around and explore yachts and sea-life.

• Eagle Watches on the Connecticut River 871 Boston Post Road ☎ +1 203-245-9056 $20 admission fee which includes lunch after the excursion Every winter visitors and residents can watch the Bald Eagles make their way from Canada to the Connecticut River to find ice free fishing. Professionals help people spot the eagles while giving the history of the majestic bird. Pre-registration is required to attend. Binoculars are recommended and can be rented.

Shopping

Antiques:

Kirtland H. Crump Clocks, 387 Boston Post Road, antique clocks, repair & restoration. Contact: +1 203-245-7573.

Walker Loden, Ltd, 788 Boston Post Road, antiques, gifts, jewelry, accessories. Contact: +1 203-245-8663.

Apparel:

Anna Mia’s, 698 Boston Post Road, women's shoes, boots & accessories. Contact: +1 203-245-8118.

Ciao Bella Moda International, 36 Wall Street, pre-teen, teen & up clothing & accessories, unique. Contact: +1 203-245-1819.

Clinton Sport Shop, 16 West Main Street, sporting goods & apparel. Contact: +1 860-669-1009.

Country Shop of Madison, Inc., 684 Boston Post Road, women's clothing & accessories. Contact: +1 203-318-0368.

Jolie Boutique, 670 Boston Post Road, women's clothing, accessories & jewelry. Contact: +1 203-245-5828.

Khaki and Black, 22 Durham Road, men's & women's apparel & Simon Pearce glassware. Contact: +1 203-245-8887.

Beauty:

Foxglove Gallery, 129 Samson Rock Drive, Gifts, Extensive Bath and Body. Contact: +1 203-245-2481.

Hair Concepts, Inc., 883 Boston Post Road, hair styling. Contact: +1 203-245-2767.

Skin Secrets, LLC, 119 Samson Rock Drive, beauty, nail and skin care. Contact: +1 203-245-8188.

Timothy Pamment Salon, 22 Durham Road, hair salon, hair care, skincare by Skin Ceuticals. Contact: +1 203-245-7707.

Jewelry:

Bella Perlina, LLC, 673 Boston Post Road, individually created jewelry. Contact: +1 203-245-4850.

Paul Lirot Jewelers, 73 Wall Street, jewelry, design & repairs, estate jewelry. Contact: +1 203-245-0320.

The Silver Moon, 769 Boston Post Road, silver jewelry. Contact: +1 203-318-8329.

Florists:

Madison Flower Shop and Garden, 376 Durham Road, florist and garden center. Contact: +1 203-245-4851.

Gifts and Accessories:

Everlastings, LLC, 18 Wall Street, custom floral design, decorative accessories. Contact: +1 203-245-1391.

Given-Fine Chocolates and Indulgences, 696 Boston Post Road, fine Chocolates and Candies . Contact: +1 203-245-4646.

Madison Cheese, 129 Samson Rock Drive, International cheeses, gourmet food, custom baskets. Contact: +1 203-245-5168.

The Nosey Goose, 33 Wall Street, gift and antique shop. Contact: +1 203-245-3132.

The Audubon Shop, 907 Boston Post Road, optics, natural history books, wildlife art. Contact: +1 203-245-9056.

Savvy Tea Gourmet, 28 Durham Road, teas, tea related items and accessories, breakfast and lunch. Contact: +1 203-318-8666.

Halal Food & Restaurants

Dolly Madison Inn and Restaurant, 73 West Wharf Road, Charming inn that incorporates a mix of country and seashore flavor. Restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It is a multi-cuisine atmosphere with a family dining feel. Open from Monday to Saturday 11AM to 10PM, and Sundays 9AM to 10PM. Contact: +1 203-245-7377.

Café Allegre, 725 Boston Post Road, Romantic dining experience offering an array of Italian cuisine. Located in the heart of downtown Madison. Open Tuesday to Thursday from 11:30 am to 02:30 pm, Tuesday to Thursday from 5:30PM to 10PM, Friday from 11:30 am to 2PM, Friday from 5:30PM to 10:30PM, Saturday from 5:30PM to 10:30PM, and Sunday from 1PM to 9PM. Contact: +1 203-245-7773.

Village Pizzas Restaurant, 738 Boston Post Road, Cozy and small atmosphere that offers Italian sides and a large variety of pizza and toppings. Contact: +1 203-245-9428.

Fish Tale Restaurant, 1301 Boston Post Road, Fresh seafood cuisine, offering homemade soft serve ice cream. Open Sunday to Thursday from 11AM to 9PM, and Friday to Saturday from 11AM to 10:30PM. Contact: +1 203-245-7289.

Madison Beanery Hometown Bakery, 712 Boston Post Road, Endless amounts of coffees and desserts. Contact: +1 203-245-1323.

Balladino’s, 78 Boston Post Road, American Cuisine that offers daily specials that include Smoked Shrimp and Crab Salad, Chicken Parmesan, and Ravioli. Contact: +1 203-245-1771.

Zhang’s Restaurant, 44 Boston Post Road, There is an abundance of Chinese delicacies like the Jumbo Shrimp with Walnut with a white Marnier Sauces, and Crispy Orange Beef. Japanese specialties like Donburi, Udon and sushi. Open Monday to Thursday from 11AM to 10PM, Saturday from 11AM to 11PM, and Sunday from 12PM to 10PM. Contact: +1 203-245-3300.

Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Madison Beach Hotel 94 West Wharf Road ☎ +1 203-245-1404 Waterfront Hotel

• Beach Tree Cottages 1187 Boston Post Road ☎ +1 203-245-2676 Cottages set within a tranquil landscape. Cottages consist of bedroom with queen size bed, full bath, living room with pull-out couch, and kitchenette with all necessary appliances. Walk or bike to Hammonasset State Park.

• Captain Stannard House 138 South Main Street ☎ +1 860-399-4634 Bed and Breakfast

• Scranton Seahorse Inn 818 Boston Post Road ☎ +1 203-245-0550 Bed and Breakfast in middle of downtown Madison.

• Tidewater Inn 949 Boston Post Road ☎ +1 203-245-8457 9 room bed and breakfast with an ocean view.

Additional and more modestly priced options can be found a 10-15 minutes drive south on I-95, in Guilford#Sleep|Guilford and Branford#Sleep|Branford.

Telecommunications in Madison (Connecticut)

• Madison Chamber of Commerce 12 School Street ☎ +1 203-245-7394

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