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Mystic CT with Kids 3 Day Itinerary

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Exploring the Upper Decks of the Schooner John Conrad | Mystic  CT with Kids | New England Coast
Exploring a Schooner's Upper Deck

The New England town of Mystic Connecticut has deep ties to the sea and an abundance of wharves, schooners, and nautical landmarks to explore.  Kids love Mystic for all there is to do: discovering the decks of a whaling ship, touching stingrays, and playing in the sand. Parents love that all the fun takes place on the picturesque New England coast. Use our Mystic CT with Kids 3-Day Itinerary to plan your perfect getaway.

Mystic Seaport Village | Mystic CT 3 Day Itinerary | New England Travel
Mystic Seaport Village

Built around a tidal estuary between the Mystic River and Mystic Harbor, water activities rule in Mystic. Two of the best things to do in Mystic CT are visiting the Mystic Seaport and Mystic Aquarium. Other favorite family activities include looking for seashells at Williams Beach and watching the Mystic Drawbridge go up and down.

Mystic Drawbridge | Things to do in Mystic CT with Kids | Mystic CT Itinerary
Mystic Drawbridge

Our Mystic CT 3-day itinerary is packed with suggestions for kid-friendly things to do. Click for information on rental car prices. Look for Mystic Ct hotels here.


For fun family activities after dark, try a Downtown Mystic Ghost Tour or a Digital Mystic Mash Up Scavenger Hunt that is wheelchair and stroller accessible.

Asherah Submarine | Things to do in Mystic CT | Mystic River on the New England Coast
Asherah Submarine