Barbara’s Mystic Guidebook

Barbara
Barbara’s Mystic Guidebook

Sightseeing

There is so much to do in and around Mystic! Whether you are here for a romantic getaway, girl’s weekend, or family event, you will find Mystic has more to offer than you can do in one stay !
A must do while you are here...I don’t care how old you are. And, don’t miss the penguins!!
341 habitants recommandent
Mystic Aquarium
341 habitants recommandent
A must do while you are here...I don’t care how old you are. And, don’t miss the penguins!!
A beautiful view, delicious locally produced wine, a lovely way to spend the afternoon
70 habitants recommandent
Saltwater Farm Vineyard
349 Elm St
70 habitants recommandent
A beautiful view, delicious locally produced wine, a lovely way to spend the afternoon
61 habitants recommandent
Stonington Vineyards
523 Taugwonk Rd
61 habitants recommandent
A local gem!
83 habitants recommandent
Jonathan Edwards Winery
74 Chester Maine Road
83 habitants recommandent
A local gem!

Outdoor adventures

Prefer to stay outdoors? Here are a few ideas to keep you busy!
You just have to go. A seasonal local favorite. The smells, the tastes, the history...truly a wonderful New England experience.
58 habitants recommandent
Clyde's Cider Mill (seasonal) opens sept. 1st
129 N Stonington Rd
58 habitants recommandent
You just have to go. A seasonal local favorite. The smells, the tastes, the history...truly a wonderful New England experience.
Bring the kids or be a kid! This place is so fun!!!
37 habitants recommandent
Fields Of Fire Adventure Park
715 Noank Ledyard Rd
37 habitants recommandent
Bring the kids or be a kid! This place is so fun!!!
Jeff and his team are always ready to help with the outdoor adventure of your choice. Reserve your equipment in advance if you can!!
27 habitants recommandent
Adventure Mystic Outdoor Retail Store & Paddle Mystic - Kayak, Paddleboard and Bike rental
15 Holmes St
27 habitants recommandent
Jeff and his team are always ready to help with the outdoor adventure of your choice. Reserve your equipment in advance if you can!!
Darin and his crew are like no others. This will be a trip to remember. Wind, water, sun....then why not add a little music? Simply the best!!
Poet's Lounge Sailing Charters
Darin and his crew are like no others. This will be a trip to remember. Wind, water, sun....then why not add a little music? Simply the best!!
Reserve your private sailing charter with Captain Jack! Ideal adventure for special occasions!
Sail Trim Again
31 Bay Street
Reserve your private sailing charter with Captain Jack! Ideal adventure for special occasions!

Shopping

I love vintage! You never know what you will find here. Just a funky, fun place:))
6 habitants recommandent
Mine in Mystic
40 and 44 Stonington Rd
6 habitants recommandent
I love vintage! You never know what you will find here. Just a funky, fun place:))
Beautiful, classy, so well done.
Adore
26 W Main St
Beautiful, classy, so well done.
BURGEE Mystic
3 Water Street
Great spot for local Mystic apparel and the owners are wonderful !!!
Just Mystic Apparel
33 West Main Street
Great spot for local Mystic apparel and the owners are wonderful !!!

Entertainment

So much more than gambling! A rainy day favorite for shopping, entertaining shows, and a multitude of dining options. Having Foxwoods so near also makes the Winter months in Mystic pass a little quicker.
247 habitants recommandent
Casino Foxwoods Resort
350 Trolley Line Blvd
247 habitants recommandent
So much more than gambling! A rainy day favorite for shopping, entertaining shows, and a multitude of dining options. Having Foxwoods so near also makes the Winter months in Mystic pass a little quicker.
Over the top, entertainment nightly, a perfect place for indoor fun and folly!!
89 habitants recommandent
Mohegan Sun Arena
1 Mohegan Sun Blvd
89 habitants recommandent
Over the top, entertainment nightly, a perfect place for indoor fun and folly!!
Because it rains in Mystic sometimes...
20 habitants recommandent
Mystic Luxury Cinema
27 Coogan Blvd
20 habitants recommandent
Because it rains in Mystic sometimes...

Food scene

I wouldn’t recommend any place I haven’t been myself....I hope you enjoy my selections!! Check back for new additions...
Always good food
67 habitants recommandent
Bravo Bravo
19 E Main St
67 habitants recommandent
Always good food
This place needs no introduction. Simply delicious!! Offers ample seating indoors and outdoors on a rooftop bar in the summer! Enjoy a fresh Mimosa while tasting their amazing pastries...all while taking in the spectacular views of the Mystic River. A word of advice: Get there early!!
106 habitants recommandent
Sift Bake Shop Mystic
5 Water St
106 habitants recommandent
This place needs no introduction. Simply delicious!! Offers ample seating indoors and outdoors on a rooftop bar in the summer! Enjoy a fresh Mimosa while tasting their amazing pastries...all while taking in the spectacular views of the Mystic River. A word of advice: Get there early!!
Location, location, location! Oh yeah, and the food is delicious too!!! Favourite of ours for Sunday morning brunch! The Bloody Marys are unforgettable!
73 habitants recommandent
Dog Watch Cafe
194 Water St
73 habitants recommandent
Location, location, location! Oh yeah, and the food is delicious too!!! Favourite of ours for Sunday morning brunch! The Bloody Marys are unforgettable!
Cozy industrial, dinner for two or twenty. Awesome bartender, friendly waitstaff. Highly recommend the buffalo Brussel sprouts!! Located inside the historic Velvet Mill
16 habitants recommandent
Whitecrest Eatery
22 Bayview Ave
16 habitants recommandent
Cozy industrial, dinner for two or twenty. Awesome bartender, friendly waitstaff. Highly recommend the buffalo Brussel sprouts!! Located inside the historic Velvet Mill
My favorite! The Maxwell Hart breakfast bowl is amazing as is the self-serve organic coffee!!!
32 habitants recommandent
Rise
10 Water St
32 habitants recommandent
My favorite! The Maxwell Hart breakfast bowl is amazing as is the self-serve organic coffee!!!
Amazing views, amazing food, and amazing service!
81 habitants recommandent
S&P Oyster Restaurant and Bar
1 Holmes St
81 habitants recommandent
Amazing views, amazing food, and amazing service!
The food...end of story. Better than Mexico...not kidding:)
14 habitants recommandent
Rio Salado
8 Coogan Blvd
14 habitants recommandent
The food...end of story. Better than Mexico...not kidding:)
The “new kid on the block”. Try the Reuben Taco...it is unexpectedly delicious!! If you happen to be here on a Wednesday, check out Bingo night!!
13 habitants recommandent
Taquerio
30 Broadway Avenue
13 habitants recommandent
The “new kid on the block”. Try the Reuben Taco...it is unexpectedly delicious!! If you happen to be here on a Wednesday, check out Bingo night!!
Warm, classic pub atmosphere. A hidden gem. A little off the beaten path. Traditional good food. Consistently friendly staff. Love the tin ceiling!
31 habitants recommandent
Water Street Cafe
143 Water St
31 habitants recommandent
Warm, classic pub atmosphere. A hidden gem. A little off the beaten path. Traditional good food. Consistently friendly staff. Love the tin ceiling!
Outstanding food every time! Kelly, the manager, takes good care of her guests! A small, intimate place. We suggest reservations. Ask to be seated upstairs, next to the window.
9 habitants recommandent
Via Emilia
24 W Main St
9 habitants recommandent
Outstanding food every time! Kelly, the manager, takes good care of her guests! A small, intimate place. We suggest reservations. Ask to be seated upstairs, next to the window.
Walk in the door and you will see…you will be immediately transported to the 19th century maritime world. Exquisite place for an evening cocktail and tasty small plates!!
11 habitants recommandent
Port of call
15 Water Street
11 habitants recommandent
Walk in the door and you will see…you will be immediately transported to the 19th century maritime world. Exquisite place for an evening cocktail and tasty small plates!!

Yoga and You Time

Sometimes we need to relax and restore even on vacation....
Take a day for yourself at the Spa at the Marriott. Many services available, but be sure to reserve in advance!
Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa
625 N Rd
Take a day for yourself at the Spa at the Marriott. Many services available, but be sure to reserve in advance!
A full schedule of classes, awesome instructors, and a great way to give yourself a little gift. Inhale...exhale...repeat
Mystic Yoga Shala
80 Stonington Rd
A full schedule of classes, awesome instructors, and a great way to give yourself a little gift. Inhale...exhale...repeat
Unparalleled beauty. A place to explore and enjoy the exceptional water views!! Bring a picnic and stay a while!
9 habitants recommandent
Enders Island
9 habitants recommandent
Unparalleled beauty. A place to explore and enjoy the exceptional water views!! Bring a picnic and stay a while!
Unique and beautiful space. Schedule a message or yoga class to add a little Zen to you time in Mystic
SHINE Wellness Studio
22 Bayview Avenue
Unique and beautiful space. Schedule a message or yoga class to add a little Zen to you time in Mystic
A short drive to bliss!
22 habitants recommandent
The Spa at Norwich Inn
607 W Thames St
22 habitants recommandent
A short drive to bliss!

Coffee

Close to The Carriage House and oh so good!!
Vault Coffee Roasters
27 Coogan Blvd
Close to The Carriage House and oh so good!!
Just so good! On the way to Napatree Beach
13 habitants recommandent
Junk & Java
49 Beach St
13 habitants recommandent
Just so good! On the way to Napatree Beach
A well kept secret spot for amazing coffee. The barista knows his stuff!!
31 habitants recommandent
The Shipwright's Daughter
20 E Main St
31 habitants recommandent
A well kept secret spot for amazing coffee. The barista knows his stuff!!