Mystic, Connecticut

Mystic, a seaside village located a mere 80 miles away, possesses many local attractions including Mystic Seaport, an authentic 19th century seafaring village featuring maritime galleries, historic tall ships, a children's museum and much more. Nearby Mystic Aquarium houses many sea creatures to discover and new exhibits to explore. Adjacent to the aquarium property is Mistick Village, 60 quaint 19th century-style shops featuring a variety of items including Italian baked goods, Irish novelties, wine & cheese, toys, ice cream, lawn ornaments, and other unique offerings. Just across the street you can also do some outlet shopping. Don't leave Mystic without crossing the drawbridge to downtown. Whether you are looking for great restaurants, homemade ice cream, unique boutiques, or wanting to absorb the surroundings of a quintessential New England seaman's town, downtown Mystic fits the bill. And there's more Mystic also makes a great home base for an extended vacation. Explore the area wine trail and visit Jonathan Edwards Winery in North Stonington, CT. A lovely afternoon can be spent walking the grounds with a loaf of bread, some cheese and a bottle of their wine to savor at a picnic table nestled in the vineyard. Participate in a tour or a tasting. You can also splash in the water and play in the sugar sand beach of Ocean State Park in New London, CT, offering a nature trail, an Olympic-size pool and a number of ways to quench your thirst and grab bite to eat along their 1/2 mile long boardwalk. Many hotels in Mystic also offer shuttles to Mohegan Sun Casino and Foxwoods Resort Casino, (both just 20 minutes away), each providing a wide ranges of gaming excitement, entertainment, nightclubs, children's activities, spa services, great shopping and outstanding eateries.