Your guide to the heart of Litchfield County:
Discover local stories, hidden gems, and must-know events.

Litchfield Historic District

Litchfield is famous as one of the most beautiful residential communities in America and is considered to be New England’s finest surviving example of a typical late 18th century New England town. Situated in the midst of the Litchfield Hills at an elevation of approximately 1,100 feet above sea level, the village is a show place of elegant white colonial and 19th century private homes overlooking broad green lawns, which border its residential streets.  In 1959, the Borough of Litchfield was designated a Historic District by the Connecticut General Assembly. Ten years later, part of the District was made a National Historic Landmark.

Litchfield Historic District
Route 63, Litchfield

The Litchfield Inn

Nestled within the rolling hills of Northwestern Connecticut, the Litchfield Inn is surrounded by the beauty of nature in a historical town that exudes classical New England charm. As an independent boutique property, the Inn offers guests privacy, intimacy, and luxury. Choose from twelve exclusive theme rooms or opt for one of our stately standard rooms – whichever you decide, they offer a personalized experience tailored to meet your needs.

Just a two-hour drive from New York or Boston, the Litchfield Inn is a quick escape to unwind and relax.

Litchfield Inn
432 Bantam Rd., Litchfield
860-567-4503
Instagram: @thelitchfieldinn

R. Derwin

For more than 25 years, R Derwin Clothiers has been one of the most stylish shopping destinations in Litchfield County. Derwin’s defines a chic, timeless look that blends country and city sophistication, specializing in the finest Scottish and Italian cashmere. Offering a men’s and women’s section that includes European sportswear and a broad selection of American-made clothing and accessories. The service is exceptional and the setting is friendly and relaxed.

R. Derwin
33 West St., Litchfield
860-567-0100

Litchfield County Auctions

Litchfield County Auctions holds auctions five times a year and the bidding is done online. The LCA tag sales that run along with the auctions are great. The selection is best on the weekends, however Mondays and Tuesdays bring 40-60% off.

Litchfield County Auctions
425 Bantam Rd., Litchfield
860-567-4661

Charym Yoga Studio

“Charym” is the Bhutanese word for beauty. Their Center Studio is an oasis of tranquility, located in the heart of West Street Yard in Litchfield. Charym offers yoga, meditation and fusion classes which weave yoga, Pilates, dance and fitness.

Charym Yoga Studio
174 West St, Litchfield
860-567-2241

The Boardwalk

Part of White Memorial, this lovely boardwalk circles the marsh. A great place to walk with kids and view birds and beavers.

White Memorial Conservation Center

The White Memorial Conservation Center operates an Environmental Education Center and Nature Museum, and  is located in the heart of the 4000-acre White Memorial Foundation. The outdoor arena includes the wildlife sanctuary. The Foundation comprises fields, water, and woodlands, trails, campgrounds, boating facilities, and special areas for large outdoor educational and recreational gatherings. The White Memorial has miles of trails for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. It is free and open to the public.

White Memorial Conservation Center
80 Whitehall Rd., Litchfield 
860-567-0857

Bohemian Pizza and Tacos

Eclectically elegant, yet totally casual. Serving up delicious eats and drinks to Litchfield County and beyond! Cozy up by their fireplaces, get mesmerized by the 3,000 gallon fish tank, or sit in their outdoor dining area made of cord wood. Pizzas, tacos, wings, cheesy dips, cocktails, beers, and more!

Bohemian Pizza and Tacos
342 Bantam Road, Litchfield
860-567-3980

The Dutch Epicure Shop

The Dutch Epicure Shop is known region-wide for their European style pastries, breads, cookies and cakes made on the premises, German meats and sausages, Dutch and European cheeses, various fine teas, jams, chocolates from all over Europe, and of course Dutch food and Dutch groceries, this little shop couldn’t be more authentic or wonderful. Also to covet are their ever popular sandwich rolls, Prima Donna aged cheese, ham with rosemary and the bags of spaetzle, and mocha sticks. Their website provides video links showing how some of their culinary creations are made (when was the last time you whipped up a mean zuger kirsch torte?). To satisfy your craving for Dutch food, run, don’t walk, to this extraordinary shop.

Dutch Epicure Shop
481 Bantam Rd.
860-567-5586

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