Mystic Seaport Museum

Mystic Seaport Museum ranks 5th on the list of the best places to visit in Connecticut. When you step foot on the vast grounds of the Mystic Seaport Museum, you'll understand why it's considered one of Connecticut's top tourist attractions. A working shipyard, planetarium, children's museum, discovery barn, re-created 19th-century seafaring village, and a large collection of historic boats are all part of this impressive attraction.

The most famous of these is the Charles W. Morgan, the world's last wooden whale ship. Climb aboard for an educational tour. You'll see the massive vat where whale blubber was boiled into oil, as well as the crew's tiny bunks. Book a cruise on the smaller passenger boats, or rent a rowboat if you're hoping to get out on the water. There's so much to see here that you'll want to reserve at least two hours (but we'd suggest more). When you get hungry, there are a few on-site restaurants to choose from.

Google rating: 4.6/5.0

Address: 75 Greenmanville Ave, Mystic, Connecticut

Phone: +1 860-572-0711

Website: mysticseaport.org