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Things to do in Mystic, Connecticut (CT): The Best Sights & Landmarks
Swab the decks, batten down the hatches and get ready to set sail for a weekend of adventure in Mystic, Connecticut's seaside city devoted to all things maritime. From the popular Mystic Seaport, a recreated 19th-century seafaring village, to the newly updated Mystic Aquarium, where you can mingle with beluga whales, seals and dolphins, there is something nautical at every turn. The Colonial period buildings of Olde Mystick Village offer a few tasty seafood restaurants, historical atmosphere and a multitude of unique gift shops. While most of Mystic's attractions have a marine theme, there are a couple of exceptions: landlubbers may want to check out the Mystic Art Association's galleries and studios, which showcase the work of local and regional artists. Or have a lunch at Mystic Pizza, the eatery made famous by the Julia Roberts movie of the same name. From restaurants with plenty of crayons and kid's menus to hotels with puppet shows and bedtime story hours, everything about Mystic is geared toward children, making it a fun and educational family getaway. And for adults, the nearby Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun casino complexes are a sure bet for entertainment.
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1. Elm Grove Cemetery
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5.0 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By 384katiec - Indianapolis, United States
Such a picturesque cemetery! Worth at least a drive through on a nice day to see a bit of history! Beautiful water views as well.
2. Mystic Seaport Museum
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4.5 based on 3,309 reviews
Mystic Seaport Museum is the nation's leading maritime museum. Founded in 1929, the Museum is home to four National Historic Landmark vessels, including the Charles W. Morgan, America's oldest commercial ship and the last wooden whaleship in the world. The Museum's grounds cover 19 acres on the Mystic River in Mystic, CT and include a recreated 19th-century coastal village, a working shipyard, formal exhibit halls, and state-of-the-art artifact storage facilities. Mystic Seaport Museum is located one mile south of Exit 90 off I-95 in Mystic, CT.
3. Charles W. Morgan
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4.5 based on 424 reviews
Located at Mystic Seaport, this is the only existing wooden whaleship.
Reviewed By 893judyd - Oakdale, United States
The Charles W. Morgan is located in Mystic Seaport a unique museum that portrays the life of sailing and the whaling industry. A wonderful historical experiences with many connections to local history make this a treasure trove of local historical facts of the greater New London area.
4. Mystic River Bascule Bridge
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4.5 based on 770 reviews
Reviewed By 356peterg - Tarporley, United Kingdom
Fascinating and unique swing bridge, opens every hour in the high season so plenty of opportunity to see it in operation
5. Historic Downtown Mystic
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4.5 based on 657 reviews
Reviewed By christined584 - Salem, United States
Downtown Mystic is an easy walk from the Old Mystic Seaport...just follow the river! I found a charming and busy, and quite large, area filled with shops and restaurants of every kind including, my favorite, a wonderful bookstore to browse in. There are several historic inns downtown, and pleasant pedestrian traffic even early in the morning. The buildings are well kept vintage and would interest those who appreciate historic architecture, and the waterfront is right there to enjoy. The Mystic Museum of Art is located downtown, a short distance from the river. All in all, this is an adorable and well oiled downtown area.
6. Liberty Pole Square
7. Olde Mistick Village
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4.0 based on 1,665 reviews
This recreated 18th-century New England village offers a refreshing change from shopping malls as we know them. Browse or buy in the more than 60 small shops or dine in one of this charming setting's many eateries.
Reviewed By W6027WDpatp
We loved all the unique shops at Olde Mistick Village. There was just about everything to choose from. The people who work I the shops were very friendly and helpful as well.
8. Mystic & Shoreline Visitor Information Center
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4.5 based on 7 reviews
