Mystic Seaport
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"Great Historical Attraction"
This is a nice place to visit with older children. It is a historical fishing village. The re-enactors are very nice and will answer any questions. We found it to be very interesting. We used a library pass and saved a lot. My children were teens when we visited and really enjoyed it. Mystic Aquarium is also nearby. Many families combine both attractions while visiting.
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"Good place to take visitors"
You can check out a pass from most local libraries to visit the Seaport for free, and kids under 6 are always free-this makes for a fun, affordable place to bring your out-of-town guests. The grounds are beautiful to walk. Many of the activities are geared toward older children and adults, but there is a fun outdoor play space and children's museum building for the younger ones.
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"Great wintertime excursion!"
As a SAHM of toddlers, I was always trying to find things to keep my toddlers entertained during the long winter. The Seaport is great as long as the weather is not too blustery or cold. You will have to do outdoor walking, but once you make it to the Children's Museum you will be in heated heaven! There is so much to do for toddlers... puzzles, dress up, a huge galley to "cook" in, and more. My kids could spend hours there. There were benches where my friends and I could sit and enjoy conversation while our children played happily. Some of the docents are a bit anal about keeping the toys cleaned up, but other than that it was fantastic. There are tons of other things to see at the Seaport as well, boats, and buildings that showed how life would have been near the sea back in the day. Those exhibits weren't necessarily the highlights for my toddlers. There is also a nice playground if the weather permits. The winter is not busy at all. The hours and days of operation are limited so make sure to check the schedule in the winter.
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"A great trip during any season for the history buffs in your family"
Our family thinks of Mystic, CT as a magical place. Thick with Early American and Native American history, fantastic restaurants and whimsical shops - this place just couldn't get better for us.
One of our regular haunts is Mystic Seaport. A family can easily spend the entire day here, there is so much to do! Families with fledgling historians will want to check out the planetarium, Art Spot, Discovery Barn, Playscape Area and the all new Map Spot where the kids can make and take a memory map. Families with older kids (12+) would enjoy the community education programs like Open-Hearth Cooking, various art workshops or challenge Dad's manly skills in a Smithing class.
When it is time to stop for a bite to eat, the Seaport offers 3 casual dining options: The Galley, the cafe & bake shop (look out for the WALL OF FUDGE!), and Schaefer's Spouter Tavern (open during warmer months only) have just what you need. Coming Spring 2010, The Seamen's Inne Restaurant & Pub will be re-opening after a fantastic remodel under the new name Latitude. Past visitors and loyal patrons of this restaurant are in for a treat: the restaurant is going for 21st century cuisine with a maritime flair. Our 4 year old is hoping this means "more fancy desserts".
No visit would be complete without a souvenir. Be sure to stop by the Museum Store and/or bookstore on your way out. The sundial educational kits have been a big hit with our kids, as are the deck prisms.
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"Mystic Seaport"
Our trip to Mystic was one of our favorite family vacations. The seaport was appropriate for all age groups. The older kids had a great time while baby was very content in the stroller. The kids had a great time participating in different activities and interacting with people in period garb. It was a little difficult maneuvering the stroller in and out of the various buildings. My husband and I eventually took turns staying with the stroller while the older kids toured the different houses.
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"lots of ships"
This seaport is great for kids over 9 years old. There are more activities for their age group than younger children. Great location close to Mystic Village with their cute Main Street and the food festivals in the summer is worth going to.
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