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!!
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Mystic Aquarium
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
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Saltwater Farm Vineyard
349 Elm StA beautiful view, delicious locally produced wine, a lovely way to spend the afternoon
Stonington Vineyards
523 Taugwonk RdJonathan Edwards Winery
74 Chester Maine RoadA 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.
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Clyde's Cider Mill (seasonal) opens sept. 1st
129 N Stonington RdYou just have to go. A seasonal local favorite. The smells, the tastes, the history...truly a wonderful New England experience.
Fields Of Fire Adventure Park
715 Noank Ledyard RdBring 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!!
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Adventure Mystic Outdoor Retail Store & Paddle Mystic - Kayak, Paddleboard and Bike rental
15 Holmes StJeff 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 StreetReserve 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:))
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Mine in Mystic
40 and 44 Stonington RdI love vintage! You never know what you will find here. Just a funky, fun place:))
Adore
26 W Main StBeautiful, classy, so well done.
BURGEE Mystic
3 Water Street
Just Mystic Apparel
33 West Main StreetGreat 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.
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Foxwoods Resort Casino
350 Trolley Line BlvdSo 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!!
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Mohegan Sun Arena
1 Mohegan Sun BlvdOver the top, entertainment nightly, a perfect place for indoor fun and folly!!
Mystic Luxury Cinema
27 Coogan BlvdBecause 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...
Bravo Bravo
19 E Main StAlways 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!!
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Sift Bake Shop Mystic
5 Water StThis 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!
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Dog Watch Cafe
194 Water StLocation, 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
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Whitecrest Eatery
22 Bayview AveCozy 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!!!
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Rise
10 Water StMy favorite! The Maxwell Hart breakfast bowl is amazing as is the self-serve organic coffee!!!
S&P Oyster Restaurant and Bar
1 Holmes StAmazing views, amazing food, and amazing service!
Rio Salado
8 Coogan BlvdThe 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!!
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Taquerio
30 Broadway AvenueThe “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!
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Water Street Cafe
143 Water StWarm, 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.
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Via Emilia
24 W Main StOutstanding 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!!
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Port of call
15 Water StreetWalk 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 RdTake 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 RdA 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!
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Enders Island
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 AvenueUnique and beautiful space. Schedule a message or yoga class to add a little Zen to you time in Mystic
The Spa at Norwich Inn
607 W Thames StA short drive to bliss!
Coffee
Vault Coffee Roasters
27 Coogan BlvdClose to The Carriage House and oh so good!!
Junk & Java
49 Beach StJust so good! On the way to Napatree Beach
A well kept secret spot for amazing coffee. The barista knows his stuff!!
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The Shipwright's Daughter
20 E Main StA well kept secret spot for amazing coffee. The barista knows his stuff!!