On the banks of Connecticut’s historic Mystic River, Mystic Seaport Museum is the nation’s leading maritime museum. Founded in 1929, it is home to four vessels with National Historic Landmark status. Visitors can explore more than 19 acres along the river, including a re-created 19th-century seafaring village and a working preservation shipyard.
Some rain in morning but did not cause problem. Interesting museum and many shops depicting life in sailing village. The last wooden whaling ship was interesting. Parking was convenient to entrance.
Was interesting to see the old whaling ships and the quarters they lived in for months to years at a time. Vintage Village was interesting as well. Took the ferry type of boat that was an extra charge that cruised a small portion of the river. Was a beautiful sunny day so we didn’t mind it. They had the NYC fire boat that was retired after 9/11
The kids loved the ships and I loved the water color art paintings in gallery. There was alot to see. But some exhibits were closed. A bit pricey especially for concessions. But we did enjoy it!
Wonderful! (But plan on spending the Whole Day to make the most of it!)
My sister and our husbands visited the Mystic Seaport Museum in mid October 2023. The weather was perfect, there were no huge crowds, and the fall foliage enhanced the park and ambiance. The buildings and shops were all interesting, and this living museum had so much more to offer than what we could cover and absorb in an afternoon! The Charles W. Morgan sailing ship was the highlight of our visit, though, I also found the rope-making fascinating and would have loved to spend more time learning about it. The docents were welcoming and informed, and our only disappointment was the lack of time to see all of it. If you (and your family/party) have the time, the historical interest, and the stamina, we recommend spending the entire day there, to get the most out of it.
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Q:What are Mystic Seaport Museum hours of operation?
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Mystic Seaport Museum hours of operation: Open daily from 9am to 5pm. Limited hours in January and February.. Buy tickets in advance on Viator. If you book with Viator, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund.
Q:Should I book Mystic Seaport Museum tickets in advance?
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We recommend booking e-tickets ahead of time to secure your spot since Mystic Seaport Museum can get crowded. If you book with Viator, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund.
Q:How much does it cost to visit Mystic Seaport Museum 2024?
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Currently, an entrance ticket to Mystic Seaport Museum costs USD 31.00. Guided Mystic Seaport Museum tours start around USD 31.00 per person.