15 Things to do in Mystic, Connecticut [With Suggested Tours]
Mystic is a village in Connecticut. It was founded in 1654, and since then Mystic became popular for its typical New England charm. Plus, this village has the two most visited attractions in Connecticut; the Mystic Seaport and the Mystic Aquarium. If you’re wondering why they’re the most visited, you should go here and see for yourself what these places have for tourists.
In this article, we listed down the 15 things that you can do and visit when you’re in Mystic, Connecticut. By looking at this list, you’d realize that going to this wonderful village is worth to try.
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Best Things to do in Mystic, Connecticut
1. Mystic Seaport Museum
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Mystic seaport museum is the largest maritime museum in the States. It was founded in 1929 and it features a collection of sailing ships and boats. If you go here, you’d be able to see four National Historic Landmark vessels and the last wooden whaleship in the world. Step back in time by going here at the Mystic Seaport Museum.
Suggested Tour: Find Your Adventure at Mystic Seaport Museum
2. Mystic Aquarium
Have a lovely tour of Mystic Aquarium. See different marine animals like whales, penguins, sea lions and a 30,000-gallon tank, where exotic fish from around the world are in. Also, this marine aquarium is one of only two American facilities that have Steller sea lions. So if you’re into sea animals, you should definitely go here.
3. Historic Downtown Mystic
This downtown offers jewelry stores, ice cream shops, bakeries, tea shops, clothing stores, and restaurants around the area. You can do and buy a lot of stuff here. The place is also picturesque that you’d enjoy walking here.
Suggested Tour: Taste of Mystic: Food and Local Culture
4. Mystic Dark Room
Want a unique experience? Head your way to Mystic Dark Room. Enjoy an amazing and unique entertainment experience that would make you go back again and again when you visit Mystic! Whether you visit there with your friends, family, or partner, their show is a must-watch!
Suggested Tour: Flash! at Mystic Dark Room
5. Charles W. Morgan
Charles W. Morgan is located in Mystic Seaport. This is the only existing wooden whaleship in the world. If you enjoy seeing and admiring wooden boats, then you shouldn’t miss the chance to see this!
6. Mystic River Bascule Bridge
Walking along the Mystic Bridge is really fun. There are eateries and shops around the area. Have a lovely walk on this old bridge especially during nice and calm weather. Everyone would surely enjoy their time here.
7. Olde Mistick Village
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Have a lovely walk in this old village. Olde Mistick Village is a recreated 18th-century New England village and it offers shopping malls. Just walk around the area and you’ll see more than 60 small shops, or you can choose to eat in one of its eateries.
8. Mystic Museum of Art
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This art gallery is located on the shores of the Mystic River. It’s small but it has a lot to offer. It features changing art exhibitions every few months, special events and classes. What’s more interesting about this is it’s free! So yes, you can enjoy this gallery even without spending a penny.
9. Elm Grove Cemetery
Be impressed with Elm Grove Cemetery. This place is lovely and peaceful. It offers the nicest views in all of Mystic. By going here, you’d be able to see amazing tombstones and learn about interesting stories among those stones.
10. Barley Head Brewery
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Barley Head Brewery is located in historic downtown Mystic. The space inside the brewery is very small but offers great beers during your tasting tour. If you’re a big fan of craft beers then you might want to go here and explore the brewery.
11. Mystic & Shoreline Visitor Information Center
To have more information and knowledge about Mystic, this is the place to be! This information center can answer all your questions regarding your trip so you’ll be able to travel the place comfortably. Going here is a huge help so don’t miss this one.
12. Whittles Willow Spring Farm
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This farm has a lot of fresh fruits! The best time to go here is during the summer and fall season. In summer, you can pick silver queen corn and apples during the fall season! This is a fun place that everyone would enjoy. Even kids would love this farm.
13. Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center
Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center has a lot of walking trails. You’d be closer to nature by going here. You can see some animals like birds of prey while walking along the trails. Experience nature and have a memorable trip here!
14. Denison Homestead Museum
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This 300-year-old home is very rich in history that you’d learn during the tour. Inside, you can see a lot of artifacts. The surroundings are also very lovely. You won’t regret stopping by here.
15. Liberty Pole Square
History buffs would love to stop by here. There are great displays of information provided on stones and plaques. If you visit here, you can just sit and relax, or take pictures of the surroundings. A few minutes or hours spent here is enough.
Things to do with 3 days in Mystic, Connecticut
Day 1 in Mystic, Connecticut
Mystic & Shoreline Visitor Information Center – Before you start your Mystic trip, you should visit the Mystic and Shoreline Visitor Information Center first. You’d be able to gain information about the places that you’re planning to go to. Going here first is a huge help.
Mystic Aquarium – Learn more about the marine wildlife in Mystic Aquarium. See different marine animals and learn more about them here. This is perfect for people of all ages.
Day 2 in Mystic, Connecticut
Mystic Seaport Museum – Your Mystic adventure won’t be complete if you will not go to Mystic Seaport Museum. Here, you can see lots of sailing ships and boats. Not only that, but you can also visit the only existing wooden whaleship in the world, the Charles W. Morgan that can be found here.
Mystic River Bascule Bridge – End your second day by walking along in Mystic River Bascule Bridge. There are eateries and shops around the place so you won’t get bored.
Day 3 in Mystic, Connecticut
Historic Downtown Mystic – Walking in this downtown would help you find a good shop to buy some souvenirs with. Boasting with jewelry stores, ice cream shops, bakeries, tea shops, clothing stores, and restaurants, no time will be wasted here. This is the ideal place to visit on your last day in Mystic, Connecticut.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mystic, Connecticut
1. Is it safe to travel to Mystic, Connecticut?
Mystic is an absolutely safe place to visit. The crime rate in the city is 75% lower than in other cities. It is not common for visitors to experience crime while touring around the place. So no need to worry if you’re planning to go here.
2. When is the best time to visit Mystic, Connecticut?
For the best experience, it is recommended to visit Mystic between the end of Spring and early Fall season. The weather is nice plus lots of attractions are in full swing during these seasons.
3. How to get to Mystic, Connecticut?
To go to Mystic, Connecticut, you can travel from your city going to the nearest airport in Mystic. Some of the nearest airports near it are Bradley International Airport, Groton-New London Airport, and T.F. Green International Airport. Some have a direct flight going there, however, for some cities, you need a connecting flight. You can visit Skyscanner to see more available flights.
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