Location: Stonington
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6 Budget-friendly Things to do in Stonington That You Shouldn't Miss
The town of Stonington is located in New London County, Connecticut, United States, in the state's southeastern corner. It includes the borough of Stonington, the villages of Pawcatuck, Lords Point, Wequetequock, and the eastern halves of the villages of Mystic and Old Mystic (the other halves being in the town of Groton). The population of the town was 18,545 at the 2010 census.
Restaurants in Stonington
1. Captain Nathaniel B. Palmer House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
A National Historic Landmark located within walking distance to Stonington Borough. This 14-room Victorian Mansion built in 1852 gives visitors a fascinating view into mid-century shipbuilding, international trade, family life, and more. Captain Palmer is credited with sighting Antarctica. Visitors are welcome to stroll the entire property, tour the home, and climb the steps into the cupola for a spectacular view. Only $5 for adults; $3 for kids 17 and under. Open Fridays & Saturdays 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Reviewed By Seaside447595
The friendly and knowledgeable tour guide will tell you everything about everything in the house filled with history of a Captain who at 21 and on a small boat claims to have found Antarctica and his competitive younger siblings and some of their family who inhabited the house - a couple of nefarious ones too! The tour guide made this tour compelling and interesting for all ages including my two teens. Don’t forget to ask about the spirit who may still inhabit the house. And make sure you take a selfie with the large penguin that greets you by the front door.
2. Cottrell Brewery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
3. Barn Island Wildlife Management Area
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4.5 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By jasonvV6542NT
GREAT HUNTING HERE! wear orange. hunters around! If you bring a dog make sure its leashed, put orange on your dog as well, there are hunters all throughout the woods.
4. Beer'd Brewing Company
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4.5 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By mmingle1 - Somerville, United States
This is a funky set up and really neat! The beers were tasty, service was good, and the setting was indoors yet felt outdoors due to the warehouse setting. Liked the two options for food from on premise restaurants as well. Great stop!
5. Stonington Lighthouse Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 132 reviews
Built in 1840, this lighthouse was the first in the country to be converted to a museum. The unique collection reflects more than 350 years of Stonington's history, including its courageous victory over the British in 1814 at the Battle of Stonington, the life of Venture Smith, an enslaved man who bought his freedom, and intimate portraits by famed photographer Rollie McKenna. Climb the tower for a dramatic view of Long Island Sound and three states - CT, RI & NY. Only $5 for adults; $3 for children. Open Fridays & Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Reviewed By travelsbest
Small beautiful lighthouse at the very tip of Stonington. It will transport you to another time and place when life was much simpler. Easy walk from the shops and restaurants. Just past the lighthouse is a parking are with incredible views .
6. Dubois Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By dennisu362 - Stonington, United States
Last summer some New England publication listed Dubois beach as one of the top ten in the region. Who am I to argue with the experts. It’s different. It’s convenient to the residents of Stonington Boro. Come to think of it, perhaps the writers had a warped sense of humor. It is small. Looking at the Google photo my estimate is about a quarter of an acre at high tide. It’s a family beach, no beach scene here. It’s on the harbor, surfs never up. And oh by the way, there is an entry fee in season Twenty minutes up the road you have Misquamicut with the beach scene. Thirty minutes up the road you have East Beach with miles of undeveloped beautiful sand. Both of these are on the Atlantic. So come to DuBois if you want a funky interesting beach. You can walk across the street to the lighthouse museum or walk into the Boro for a drink or dinner.
