Gem of a museum showcasing a renowned collection of American Impressionist art. Stroll through the historic gardens and tour the home of Florence Griswold, an art lover and philanthropist who opened her house to this group of artists. Open Tue-Sat, 10-5pm and Sun, 1-5pm.
Tel: (860) 434 5542
www.flogris.org

Scenic twelve-mile ride along the Connecticut River in a 1920’s steam locomotive. Excursions last about one hour. The same company offers river tours on the Becky Thatcher, a 70’ Mississippi-style riverboat. Open 7/7 from May to October.
Tel: (860) 767 0103
www.essexsteamtrain.com

Great museum located on the waterfront, at the foot of Main St, in a beautiful 19th century warehouse. Changing exhibits filled with art and artifacts keep the River’s maritime, economic and cultural history alive. Family-friendly. Open daily 10am-5pm.
Tel: (860) 767 8269
www.ctrivermuseum.org

The country roads linking Noank, Mystic and Stonington offer nice biking grounds. Another popular ride is the 22 mile Vineyard Loop, starting from Mystic and taking you to Stonington and Jonathan Edwards Wineries, through N. Stonington Village.

Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center

109 Pequotsepos Rd, Mystic

Just 1.5 mile from downtown Mystic, heading northeast, beautiful 300-acre wooded preserve with eight miles of hiking trails winding through. Promotes environmental awareness, through a wildlife sanctuary, visitor attractions and educational programs. Open daily from 9am to 5pm; 10am to 4 pm on Sun. Small admission fee. 

Tel: (860) 536 1216  

www.dpnc.org

15 miles drive  from Mystic are two very popular casino complexes with gambling tables, slot machines, live entertainment, hotels, spas, shops and restaurants. Both of them are run by Native Indian tribes.

Foxwoods Resort Casino

39 Norwich Westerly Rd,

Ledyard

Tel: (860) 312 3000

www.foxwoods.com

Mohegan Sun Casino

One Mohegan Sun Blvd,

Uncasville

Tel: (888) 226 7711

www.mohegansun.com

Olde Mistic Village, situated 1.5 mile north from downtown, is a very pleasant 18th-century recreated New England village. It is home of over 60 stores, some of them offering unique items and restaurants. Mon-Sat 10am - 6 pm; Sun 11 am - 5 pm.

Tel: (860) 536 4941
www.oldmisticvillage.com

Located at the end of South Water St, this interesting museum nestled in a lighthouse built in 1823 features exhibits relating to the area’s maritime past. Spectacular view of Long Island Sound from the top of the lighthouse. Open daily from 10am-6pm, Thurs 10am-8pm.

Tel: (860) 535 1440

www.stoningtonhistory.org

Working vineyard, producing award-winning European-style wines. Wine tasting available in a pleasant setting with a picnic area.

Tel: (860) 535 1222

www.stoningtonvineyards.com

Walk back in history thanks to America’s largest maritime museum, Mystic Seaport, a recreation of a 19th-century seafaring village spread out over 17 acres. Includes a living museum, depicting coastal life in 19th century New England, a waterfront featuring tall ships and historic vessels open for tours, a restoration shipyard, where shipwrights restore antique vessels using traditional methods and tools and a series of exhibits and galleries. Nice shops and restaurants on site. Plan to spend at least a half day or more to fully enjoy all the spectacular attractions.