Don’t miss this! Downtown Mystic is gorgeous and right on the water. Walking the main street is a fun way to spend a few hours! Great shops where you can find trinkets, treasures, and treats!


You can download the GoMystic app on the app store.


Website: Downtown Shopping - This Is Mystic, CT


We especially recommend:
-Spice and Tea Exchange
-SeaBags
-The Bees Knees
-Trove
-Bank Square Books

Beluga whales, penguins, sea lions, and the world's cutest tortoise! See it all at the famous Mystic Aquarium. If you're interested, they also have animal encounters you can sign up for ahead of time. The aquarium is a research institution, so you're sure to learn a lot about conservation while watching seals do tricks. What more could anyone want?

Plus, while you're over there, check out Olde Mystic Village (see below).

Buy your tickets for the aquarium here: Mystic Aquarium

This museum is a great place to spend the day. You will walk through history to the present day and learn about the Mashantucket Pequot People, stewards of the land in and surrounding Mystic since time immemorial.


Home - Mashantucket Pequot Museum and Research Center

Whether you're looking for a day at the beach*, a beautiful hike near the water, or somewhere to picnic in a field, this place should be top of your list! Harkness Memorial Park has beautiful views and, if you're lucky, you may meet some cute dogs.

*You can swim here; there is a lovely beach to sit and soak up the sun if you are so inclined.

This bookstore is a cute place to chill out, buy a book and/or some gifts, and marvel at the whale statue!

This was one of Mari's hideaways during her time at Conn College. The arboretum has gorgeous walking paths and plants galore!

While you're there, feel free to check out the Lyman Allen Art Museum right next door. Lyman Allyn Art Museum - welcome

This brewery, located in the old bank building, is a great time. Cool vibes, great beer, and board games!

A classic, family-style diner right across from Olde Mystic Village. With a huge menu, there's something for everyone. If you're feeling a classic, try a cheeseburger or buffalo chicken wrap in honor of Mark. Or, if you want some comfort food, try Mari's college go-to, an Oreo milkshake and fries!

This bakery has the best -- THE BEST -- croissants in town! Also, try their massive cookies! We highly recommend the iced coffee and tea, too.

If you're looking for more of an evening vibe, they do have an upstairs bar and restaurant: Mix Rooftop Restaurant & Bar (mixmystic.com)

Located right on Bank Street in New London, this cafe is a great place to enjoy the views and have some excellent coffee and sandwiches. We recommend the iced raspberry mocha (with oat milk, if you want to be like Mari).

This gorgeous restaurant is one of Mystics best.


Make your reservation ahead of time here: https://www.shipwrightsdaughter.com/