The Best Connecticut State Parks Near Our Bed and Breakfast

Connecticut State Parks

There are a handful of beautiful Connecticut State Parks near our Mystic Bed and Breakfast for a day in the great outdoors. You’ll find a different landscape at each of these Connecticut State Parks, as some are on the Thames River or along the Long Island Shore, while others are set back in the forested […]

Day Trip to the Newport Mansions This Summer

Newport Mansions

Newport, Rhode Island is known as the “City by the Sea” and in the late 1800s to the early 1900s this area was discovered by the rich and famous for summertime retreats. Now stand the Newport Mansions of the Gilded Age, where opulence and elegance are frozen in time. Thanks to the Newport Mansions Preservation […]

Visit These Connecticut Lighthouses Near our Bed and Breakfast

Connecticut lighthouses

One of the best parts of sightseeing while in Mystic are the Connecticut lighthouses that pepper the coastline and islands. Due to the incredibly rocky shoreline along the Long Island Sound there’s no shortage of Connecticut lighthouses, in fact in New England alone there are roughly 170 lighthouses and many of them are easily seen […]

These are the Best Things to do in Mystic CT This Summer

Best Things to do in Mystic CT

Wine tasting in the gorgeous Connecticut countryside, exploring old ships and lighthouses along the coast, and kayaking on the calm Mystic River are just a handful of the best things to do in Mystic CT this summer. This area of New England is a perfect nearby escape from busy, everyday life in the city for […]

Enjoy Sailing With Argia Mystic Cruises This Summer

Argia Mystic Cruises

The first sailing of the Argia Mystic Cruises departs on May 1st and it’s truly a perfect way to spend a day with the wind in your hair on the waters of the Fishers Island Sound. You’ll take in the maritime scenes along the coast from the 81 foot Argia sailing vessel, including the Morgan […]

Enjoy the CT Wine Trail Near our Bed and Breakfast

CT Wine Trail

Though Connecticut might not be the first state that comes to mind when thinking about well-known wine regions, you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the wineries found here along the CT Wine Trail. In fact, the Southern New England AVAs are one of the fastest growing wine regions in the US. It’s the diverse maritime climate […]

One of the Best Wedding Venues in CT for Your Special Day

best wedding venues in CT

We LOVE weddings here at our Mystic Bed and Breakfast, and that dedication to making your day as exceptional as it can be is why we are one of the best wedding venues in CT. As newlyweds ourselves, we remember how stressful planning can be. Luckily, we’re still so close to the magical feeling of […]

These are the Top Museums in CT to Visit this Year

top museums in CT

There is so much rich culture and history to discover in Connecticut, that it’s no surprise there are so many lovely museums in CT to visit. From all genres of art, historical events, buildings and monuments to industry and technology, there’s something to learn everywhere. Many are in unconventional spaces, like on the marina or […]

Why Mystic is One of the Best Places to visit in Connecticut

Downtown Mystic is One of the Best Places to Visit in Connecticut

There’s a lot to love about the state of Connecticut, and it’s the perfect place for those living in New York City, Boston, or other nearby big cities to escape.  Though there are plenty of great places to visit, we think Mystic is easily one of the best places to visit in Connecticut.  Perhaps it’s […]

Celebrate Christmas at the Newport Mansions

Celebrate Christmas at the Newport Mansions

There is perhaps no place more beautiful to celebrate the Christmas season than at the Newport Mansions. At this time of year, the historic Newport Mansions get fully decked out in silver and gold and offer a joyous mix of music, tours, and spectacular decorations. It’s a wonderful way to celebrate the best of the […]