Mystic Seaport Museum

Mystic Seaport is a fascinating maritime museum located in the picturesque hamlet of Mystic. It is well-known for its collection of sailboats and sailing ships. Fans of nautical history will appreciate the vast collection of marine items housed in this museum. They even have historic ships like the L.A. Dunton, Charles W. Morgan, and the Greda III moored in their harbor. The most well-known is the 1841 whaleship Charles W. Morgan, America's oldest commercial ship.

Once you step foot on the expansive grounds of the Mystic Seaport Museum, you'll understand why it's regarded as one of Connecticut's top tourist attractions. A working shipyard, planetarium, children's museum, exploration barn, re-created 19th-century maritime hamlet, and a significant collection of vintage boats are all part of this spectacular attraction.