Next Stop | Mystic Country, CT

Stop One:  Downtown Mystic 

For a majorly New England vibe and streets lined with hot spots, start off strolling through Downtown Mystic. Any sea-foodie, shopaholic, or cocktail fan can get their fix. Plus, the water views make every day feel like vacation.

• Amazing seafood and cocktails with seaport views — Red 36
• A sweet tooth must-visit — Sift Bake Shop
• Sift’s rooftop bar with a lovely aesthetic — Mix
• Unique donuts from-scratch — Young Buns Doughnuts
• Rooftop scene with bites and a bar — Treehouse at Oyster Club
• Boutiques, specialty shops, record stores & more — Downtown Shopping
• Yes, from the movie — Mystic Pizza
• Brew pub in a converted bank — Bank and Bridge Brewing

Stop Three: Along the Coast

If you’re road trip-ready, drive down the Eastern Connecticut coastline for must-visit seafood shacks, sandy beaches, water sports, and more.

• Kayaking, sailing, and paddleboarding — New England Science & Sailing (NESS)
• Sunbathing, swimming, and beachside food — Sound View Beach
• Beachfront Caribbean-style dining — Kokomo’s Restaurant & Beach Club
• Savory seafood shack — Captain Scott’s Lobster Dock
• Iconic spot for lobster rolls — Abbott’s Lobster in the Rough
• Drive-your-own-powerboat on the Mystic River — Mystic Boat Adventures
• Taproom and craft beer tastings — Outer Light Brewing Company

Stop Four: World-Class Casinos (Foxwoods)

• Top DJs and celebrity hosts — Shrine
• Great gaming and comedy shows — Comedic Corner at Centrale Fox Tower
• Shops on shops on shops — Tanger Outlets
• Adrenaline above the trees — Highflyer Zipline

Looking for more?

Get more ideas on things to see and do in Mystic here.