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THE 30 BEST Things to Do in Mystic, CT

Places to Visit in Mystic

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Top Attractions in Mystic

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Maritime museum with extensive outdoor exhibits, including a 19th-century whaling village and interactive displays. Features the last wooden whaling ship and a variety of nautical artifacts.
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Artisanal shopping area with a village ambiance, featuring unique stores and diverse dining. Includes a potion bar, honey shop, and a general store with nostalgic charm.
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Marine sanctuary with interactive touch tanks, featuring beluga whales, penguins, and a captivating jellyfish exhibit. Includes engaging sea lion shows and tranquil outdoor habitats.
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Step back in time aboard a restored 19th-century whaling ship, exploring deck and crew quarters while gaining insights into historical seafaring and whale processing.
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Historical downtown district with picturesque views, walkable streets lined with unique shops, and a variety of dining options, rooted in New England charm.
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Historic drawbridge from 1922, providing scenic views and a spectacle as it lifts hourly for river traffic. Enjoy the ambience and watch the engineering marvel in action.
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  • Hooked_on_travel77
    Franklin, NC3,318 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We spent the better part of the day here at this massive seaport museum. There are two entrances and either one is fine. AAA and senior discounts are accepted. Nice!! There is ship after ship to visit and so much history, from whaling to shipbuilding. Many small shops and buildings all holding interesting bits of history. The figureheads display was one of the best we have ever seen. The full size whaling ship Charles Morgan a real treat to board. The nearby Spouter Tavern is a good lunch spot just steps away. If you enjoy nautical history, this is a must. A wonderful day!!
    Written 7 October 2024
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  • Tara Q
    37 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Let me tell you! You need to go - it’s like walking in curious and leaving inspired. The atmosphere is intimate and the performance is pure art and story telling with a sensual build up and satisfying ending! All I’ll say is the eyes are everywhere!
    Written 23 December 2023
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  • GoingPlacesWanderlust
    Lehigh Valley, PA771 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This village isn't particularly old, but its vintage aesthetic is well-executed. It boasts an array of distinctive, eccentric shops alongside traditional boutiques. We enjoyed strolling along the paved paths and discovering unique stores like a spooky bookstore with haunting surprises and an Alice in Wonderland-inspired mad hatter shop. The village is especially festive this time of year with numerous scary decorations.
    Written 30 October 2024
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  • RKordziel
    Rotterdam, NY106 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This was an incredible experience, especially seeing the beluga whales, and the sea lion show they had was adorable! So many wonderful exhibits and educational displays both outside and inside, which is fun for all ages. Make sure you leave several hours to visit everything they have here, because the sheer volume of animals from fish to penguins to whales is incredible!
    Written 26 October 2024
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  • Jana B
    Worcester, MA926 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    My son and I enjoyed learning about this ship and walking through it. It was a fabulous experience - I would highly recommend checking it out when you visit the Seaport Museum!
    Written 18 April 2024
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  • Eta A
    Fort Lauderdale, FL94 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Quaint downtown walk. Found some amazing local crafted souvenirs. Great fall destination! Was a day trip from Hartford, next time I'd plan an overnight and do a boat trip as well.
    Written 22 October 2024
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  • RandyRoss
    Ridgetown, Canada12,749 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A bascule bridge (also referred to as a drawbridge or a lifting bridge) is a moveable bridge with a counterweight that continuously balances a span, or leaf, throughout its upward swing to provide clearance for boat traffic. I did not know this and loved that I could learn all about it here.
    We were very lucky to see the bridge in operation! I'm not sure how many boats go through here in a day but suspect that it is not so many that the bridge goes up all that frequently.
    Written 7 December 2023
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  • travelinbluesgal
    Cambridge, MA269 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Small, but lovely museum in Mystic, CT. I got to see the "Printmaking and the Unconventional Pathways of African American Artists" exhibit which was awesome. Highly recommended. Admission is only $10.
    Written 6 July 2024
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  • Mark M
    New York City, NY197 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is really a great place to visit. The animal exhibits inside the main building were done very well--both the animals themselves and the wealth of information provided about them. (There are also some animal exhibits outside, near the trails.) A highlight was the room where a simulation of being in a nature-filled meadow in the evening was done--lots of fun for all ages! Likewise, the trails are very lovely, with quite a few to choose from, though the signage could be improved.

    So why have I awarded 4, instead of 5, stars? The website, as of this writing, says that adult admission to the exhibits (the trails are free) is $8 (which does seem right, given the size). Likewise, the pamphlets about the Center available in the Center say the same. But the sign on the front door appears to have been recently changed to $10, and that is what we were charged. We didn't complain, as the manager is really so nice, but it is only fair to update admission prices on one's own website and--eventually--brochures.

    Otherwise, we really loved visiting this beautiful Nature Center in Mystic, and we very much look forward to returning!
    Written 5 June 2023
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  • Rochelle H
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    My husband is a descendant of the Dennisons, and when we were coming to Connecticut for a business trip, we decided to stop by and visit the homestead and museum. What a delight! It is decorated with authentic pieces of furniture, paintings, toys, etc. from the different time periods that Dennisons lived there, from the 1600's to the 1940's, and were actually used by the family members. Even if you are not a relative, it is a great place to see a snippet of American history.
    Written 13 May 2024
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  • DMEvans1993
    Thurman, OH67 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    There are some historically significant burials here (that I didn't do my due diligence on looking up) A lot of people were driving around taking in some of the more impressive monuments. I was surprised to see some free range chickens in the place. I'm a taphophile so I enjoyed my time spent here.
    Written 31 July 2022
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  • Nate080411
    Nashua, NH1,039 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We enjoyed this small micro brewery more than the other brewery in the downtown area. This is a tiny place, clearly just starting up and building their brand and scale. The vibes here were very chill and relaxed. Seating is very limited so you will want to keep an eye on the seats and grab it when you can. They had a small selection of flavors, but they are a micro brewery. This is a place where you are focused on having the beer and talking with your friends that you went with. I would highly recommend this place when you are in the historic downtown.
    Written 12 February 2023
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