The bountiful and luxurious history of Stamford is well-known. In old English, Stamford means stony ford. The city derived its name from a town in Lincolnshire in England on April 6, 1642. Siwanoy Native Americans knew the rich land of Stamford, Connecticut as Rippowam and were brought from them for 12 coats, 12 ratchets, 12 knives, 12 hoes, 12 glasses, four kettles, and four fathoms of white wampum. On July 22, 1781, Fort Stamford was built during the American Revolutionary War. Due to its proximity to New York, merchandising by water became an important primary industry among small communities. New Yorkers who wanted to be near the city but didn't want to live in the heart of it built summer houses on the shoreline and moved to Stamford. The deed to Stamford between Captain Turner of the New Haven Colony and Chief Ponus was signed on July 1, 1960.

The jewel of Connecticut's park system — Cove Island Park offers nature trails, cycling paths, expansive lawn area, softball fields, tennis and basketball courts, BBQ grills, and amazing beaches. In addition, Cove Island Wildlife Sanctuary houses over 300 species of birds and 50 species of butterflies. Set on 118 acres of land, Stamford Museum and Nature Centre is another tourist attraction with beautiful ponds, functional farms, marvelous sculptures, tasteful museums, and nature-led hiking paths.

When in Stamford, you must not miss out on an exploration of Bartlett Arboretum and Gardens, graced with educational details on all the species with color-coded visual aids and well-marked trails that help you explore each section of this lush sanctuary. A good bargain at Canal Street, the hotspot for vintage and antique goods, can get you anything from crystal figurines, crockery sets, or vintage comics at affordable prices. With squirrels, chipmunks, and hundreds of birds as its residents, Mianus River Park is another sight to behold. The 300-acre expansion of verdant woods is the best place for hiking lovers.

With its flourishing antiquing business, everything old is new again, and its proximity to bustling cities gives way to large shopping complexes that enable you to shop until you drop.