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Mystic Seaport

75 Greenmanville Ave., Mystic, CT 06355
888-973-2767
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Ranked #1 of 12 attractions in Mystic
Type: Specialty Museums, Historic Sites, Ships
Activities: Shopping, Dining
Owner description: Climb on a whaling ship, raise a ship's sails or simply meander around this extraordinary world of all things maritime, where there is a multitude of... more » Owner description: Climb on a whaling ship, raise a ship's sails or simply meander around this extraordinary world of all things maritime, where there is a multitude of things to see and do. America's largest maritime museum, the complex comprises a recreated 19th-century seafaring village, exhibit galleries and a shipyard with the most extensive collection of boats in the U.S. « less
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East Brunswick
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40 reviews 40 reviews
14 attraction reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

Its a cute little seaport town. Plenty of parking, variety of museums and shops, plenty to see but may be boring for young children. The food was very "touristy" fried everything, but the fudge at the bakery was awesome. Got to go on the ships/boats and explore which was really neat. Paid for the pass to go to the aquarium... More

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New Haven, Connecticut
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

I have always loved this place. It's been over five years since I was there last and was glad I finally had the chance to go back. It was a nice sunny day but quite cold. It was actually fun to imagine that you were back in time just walking around going in the buildings and seeing what things cost... More

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Albrightsville
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013

From colonial houses to old sailing vessels, this is a great one day stop. Interesting museum and old time caraft shops. A step back into history.

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North Haven
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15 reviews 15 reviews
5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

We visited on a Lovely Sunny Monday and practically had the entire place to ourselves. We spent about 3 hours just slowly walking through the exhibits and buildings. A Nice trip back in time, we loved the Druggist and the grocery store, it was funny to see how much things cost back then, if only we had those prices now.... More

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Alicante, Spain
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75 reviews 75 reviews
25 attraction reviews
Reviews in 39 cities Reviews in 39 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

This place is overrated. Yes it's nice but it's so commercialised. It was so busy can't imagine what it's like in summer. We only stayed 1hour then drove 5 miles up the the road to Stonnington which was far superior smaller and classier.

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

We just experienced an overnight stay on the Joseph Conrad that ended on a very sour note! The trip was OK up until the next morning before we left. The highlight of the trip was definitely the planetarium. The gentleman running the show was wonderful and very good with the kids. The conditions on the ship were as expected except... More

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Rhode Island
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10 attraction reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
40 helpful votes 40 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

My family and I have visited Mystic Seaport numerous times over the past twenty years. We went with the children when they were pre-teens, and have gone back on a number of occasions with one or more of our children and their partners since they have been adults. I always admire the view of the Seaport from the observation deck... More

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Weston, Connecticut
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11 attraction reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013

We're members of Mystic Seaport and love to support this place. We were going to take some time off, but were given a good deal to renew our membership and took it. So, it spurred us to make a weekend trip to Mystic, which included a visit to the Seaport. Our kids love all they have for kids. We like... More

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Kappel, Switzerland
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51 reviews 51 reviews
17 attraction reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

I came back after 40 years and liked it again this time. One can spend time on different things and the place is well care for and was ready for the sum. This is a valuable American site. They are ready for the sommer season. I will take my grandchildren if I have any.Greetings from Switzerland.

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Saratoga Springs, New York
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3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

A great family fun day – allow 3 to 6 hours. Mystic Seaport offers a chance for adults and children alike to learn many historical facts, tour and touch period buildings, board ships, and kids can run around and burn off excessive energy. The staff working in the various exhibits were friendly and very knowledgeable, and eager to answer questions.... More

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