In May 2007, I visited New York for a week. During that time I had the opportunity to tour my girlfriend's alma mater, Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut. Situated just about 2 hours away from New York City's Grand Central Station, travelling to New Haven was a perfect day out. As the photographs below show, it was a fine day. New Haven may not be the most touristy town near NYC but if you are interested in what kind of environment you can one of the world's best universities, then it certainly worth considering for a day trip. Other than the university, New Haven is famous for its pizza.