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An 1868 Landmark
A four-story stone lighthouse with ten rooms — explore inside, not just a pass-by cruise.
Climb inside a working piece of maritime history — the only walk-on lighthouse experience in western Connecticut.
Built in 1868, the four-story stone Sheffield Island Lighthouse stands at the mouth of Norwalk Harbor on Long Island Sound. A short ferry ride carries you across the water and onto the island, where you can walk the grounds and step inside the lighthouse itself — a rare, hands-on encounter with Connecticut’s seafaring past.
What to expect
A four-story stone lighthouse with ten rooms — explore inside, not just a pass-by cruise.
Depart Norwalk Harbor and cruise to a private island just offshore.
Nature trails, shoreline and wildlife on a quiet island escape.
A memorable few hours on the water for all ages — about 45 minutes from NYC.
Good to know
Ferry schedules vary by season — check current departures and book online before you go.
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Frequently asked
A historic 1868 four-story stone lighthouse on Sheffield Island at the mouth of Norwalk Harbor, Connecticut — the only walk-on lighthouse experience in western Connecticut.
A seasonal ferry departs Norwalk Harbor at 90 Water Street. Tickets start at $37 and are booked online; the round trip runs about three hours.
The ferry and tours run May through September.
Yes — you can walk the island and step inside the 1868 lighthouse, not just view it from the water.
Yes, it is suitable for all ages, and the island is about 45 minutes from New York City.
The Norwalk Seaport Association, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, has owned and maintained the lighthouse since 1986.