Location: New London
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The city of New London, Connecticut, has been an important port since the Revolutionary War, when it served as a base for American privateers raiding British Ships. In the 19th century, the revenues brought into the city by whalers helped build what now forms the city's charming center, filled with historic homes, taverns and shops. The masts of tall ships can still be seen passing through the harbor, the home of Coast Guard ships and the site of the annual Sailfest summer celebration.
Restaurants in New London
1. Mystic Whaler Cruises
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 185 reviews
Mystic Whaler Cruises offers day sails, Sunday brunch sails, lobster dinner cruises, and overnight sailing vacations of 2, 3, and 5 days, and private charters, on the waters of Southern New England in the summer and the Hudson River in the fall. Hosting groups as large as 52 during the day and more intimate groups of up to 24 overnight, Mystic Whaler Cruises offers you a piece of that old-world charm of tall ship sailing, with modern comforts and fabulous meals.
2. Garde Arts Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 53 reviews
Reviewed By cleejchase1976 - West Hartford, United States
Despite a snow storm, the theater was packed! We went to see The Simon & Garfunkel Story. The show was wonderful, the seats were comfortable, there really isn't a bad seat in the house! The show bulletin was informative and the upcoming offerings includes shows and movies. There is lots of parking available on the side streets, in the library close to the Arts Center. This was our first visit to this venue and I wouldn't hesitate to return! For a wonderful evening out, go to the Garde! You are able to enjoy a beverage in the lobby as well as in the theater.
3. Fort Trumbull State Park
4. Block Island Express Ferry
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 115 reviews
Reviewed By 175wardd - Satellite Beach, United States
The price for the ferry is about $45/person round trip. The crew is efficient in getting people off and on the boat. Additionally, on the return visit the seas were a little rougher and I saw one of the crew spend about 1/2 the ride reassuring a scared younger passenger. The ride last just over an hour and there are plenty of seats inside or a few seats outside. Definitely the best way to get to the Island. Very fast!
5. Connecticut College Arboretum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By worktotravel14
This is a perfect place to get lost and is free-of-charge to enter. It absolutely a great place to just meander around or to take a brisk walk. The last time I came I took in the beauty of the fall foliage and took a stroll around the wonderful pond.
6. Cross Sound Ferry Lighthouse Cruises
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 112 reviews
Get a new perspective on the history of Southern New England and Long Island when you do your sightseeing from the water - aboard the comfortable high-speed SEA JET. Choose from either of two great tours: Classic Cruise or the Lights & Sights Cruise where you will get up close and personal to 12 different lighthouses between the 2 cruises. All cruises depart at 12:30 p.m. from the Cross Sound Ferry docks and last approximately 2 hours.
Reviewed By Stevespak - Holtsville, United States
Had a great time with my daughter, we got great photos of the lighthouses, I highly recommend, The best way to see the lighthouse unless you own a boat.
7. Ocean Beach Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 387 reviews
New England's finest beach and boardwalk attractions including mini golf course, rides, water slides, kiddy spray park, olympic pool, arcade, gift shop, food concessions, cafe with restaurant, banquet and catering facilities, picnic area, health club, nature walk
Reviewed By pogo55 - Cedar Rapids, United States
We came on a Tuesday afternoon from about 11 AM until 3. We were actually happy to find so much parking close to the boardwalk and for only $20. (Have seen other beaches in Connecticut charge much more.) The large bathroom services were clean and well maintained. There was a nice open paved area and a boarded walkway along the beach, parts were shaded and benches were available. There was a beach shop where we purchased an inexpensive umbrella and a sand bucket for our toddler. The sand was soft and clean, the water very chilly, but refreshing. Lifeguards are on duty. While on the beach we viewed the ferry going by several times and even a submarine! It was not too crowded on our day and the people on the beach were very nice. After enough sun, we made our way over to the little carnival where our toddler rode the merry-go-round, Then we went over to the mini golf and played a round under the shade of the trees there. The gentleman working the ticket booth was very nice, giving our toddler his own mini-club to play with. What a great time we had at the beach.
8. Whaling Wall
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By catherinecO4007WF - Baltimore, United States
Ilooked over my right shoulder, my eyes got big, and I thought, "Wow, I gotta see that.' The whales draw me in. The racing sea horses made me laugh. The figure on the hill got me feeling wistful.
