Mystic Seaport Museum Adventure

Overview

Get outside and enjoy a fresh sea breeze on the grounds of America's premiere maritime history museum. Guests are welcome to climb aboard tall ships, explore a preservation shipyard where shipwrights restore historic wooden vessels, stroll through heirloom gardens, engage in a sea story or two presented by friendly staff and volunteers. All indoor exhibits are opened for visitors to enjoy a deeper dive into life at sea during the golden age of sail and more. Summer weekends often include special events.

City: Mystic

Sat 16 Nov

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Starting at $27.00

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Sat 16 Nov

Starting at $27.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

3 tall ships

Entire 19-acre indoor/outdoor museum experience

Parking Fees

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Meeting point

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Mystic
75 Greenmanville Ave,

Ticket vouchers may be used only once and may not be duplicated or photocopied. In the event that ticket vouchers are electronically distributed, ticket vouchers may be printed or scanned only once. Ticket vouchers may not be redeemed for products, previous purchases, online orders, gift cards, cash or store credit. No cash value, credit or change will be given. Ticket vouchers may not be combined with any other discount or employee discount. In the case of fraud, misrepresentation, abuse or violation of these terms and conditions, Mystic Seaport Museum reserves the right to take all available legal or administrative action. Other restrictions and exclusions may apply.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Valid up to one year from date of purchase
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Limited number of wheelchairs are available on a first come, first serve basis
Historic location. Ships and some exhibit buildings have limited handicap accessibility
If closed due to extreme weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date
Dogs on leash are permitted on grounds. Not permitted on ships or in exhibits. Do not leave unattended.
Masks are required to be worn in indoor spaces
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
Masks are suggested in indoor spaces.

What To Expect

Mystic Seaport Museum

Immerse yourself in 19 acres of America's maritime history. Mystic Seaport encompasses a world-renowned preservation shipyard, a 19th-century seafaring village, and formal galleries where you'll find assorted permanent and rotating exhibits that explore America's relationship with the sea.

Charles W. Morgan

Visit the actively working preservation shipyard where ships and boats of all sizes are restored and maintained. Docked alongside a 19th Century recreated working waterfront seaport village, three tall ships beckon to be explored. Among them - the last wooden whaleship the world - the Charles W. Morgan is considered the “crown jewel” of the Mystic Seaport collection, she has outlived all others of her kind. Climb aboard and go below decks to learn about the men and women who lived aboard!

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (167)

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Jennifer S

Jul 2021

There's a AAA discount if you ask, and there's free parking across the street. I thought the first building was the entire museum and was disappointed until we exited out the side door. Then, I realized how expansive the grounds are. You can go on the boats, and you can take small boats out on the water at no additional cost. There are plenty of buildings and exhibits to explore, as well as food and places to sit and enjoy the water view.

Response from Host

Sep 2021

We are so happy you enjoyed your visit. This has been a very busy summer for us and it seems you were able to enjoy many of our offerings. Thanks for the wonderful review!,

C4833LDjamesh

Jul 2021

Enter and go at your own pace. As museums go, this one won't break the bank. Beautiful area. It was self guided so you can see what you are interested in. When you need a break there is food and drink available. We stopped in the tavern as were surprised to be able to grab a beer. Reasonably priced. Plenty of room for the kids to run but you'll have to watch carefully near the water. There were a couple exhibits with a presenter. The one we found very interesting was the shipsmith. A blacksmith for boating items. Free parking right across the street

Matt k

Jul 2021

I visited in early July. Was looking forward to learning about things around the shipyard. It was anything but that. The buildings were open but their were maybe 2 total that were actively working inside. The ships outside was probably the good part. The restaurant is good alot of food for the price.The price too get into seaport not worth it though.

Response from Host

Sep 2021

Dear Matt K. I am sorry to hear of your poor experience during your visit. Our shipyard is usually busy with a full schedule of restoration projects and I am wondering if your visit happened to be on a day where we were in-between projects. In fact our whaleship the Charles W. Morgan (the last of its kind) had some extensive work done between early July through early September. We are currently working on a fishing vessel Roann and are set to have the Mayflower II back for some work by the end of the year. If you would like to discuss a raincheck for another visit, please contact me at 860 572-0711 to make arrangements. Regards, Gabe