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

Thu 26 Dec

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Starting at $27.00

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Thu 26 Dec

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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russell-benoit

Aug 2019

We had a lovely day here. We arrived shortly after it opened, so it felt like we practically had the place to ourselves. The docents did a great job explaining the ships and the history; we booked the $4 from the water tour, which was informative and entertaining (I recommend it). The demonstrations of the work involved in fishing (one of which required visitor participation) really got across how much back breaking work was involved. I knew Mystic had been a whaling center, and that whaling had been lucrative (and risky) -- but I didn't know Mystic had been the wealthiest city in America at one time. I loved touring the different vessels -- and that there is a replica of one of the Danish vessels that evacuated the Danish Jews to Sweden to escape the Holocaust -- something I'd just learned about at the Holocaust museum.

harolde254

Aug 2019

All day - lots to see and do. They are presently restoring the Mayflower II from Plimoth Plantation- interesting watching the shipwrights at work. Lots of play acting and music. Brought along a picnic, ate on bench under the trees with sea breezes making a hot day very comfy. Can go on boat trip, or rent a small craft also.

Response from Host

Aug 2019

This picture of the Mayflower II looks fantastic! So glad you enjoyed your time and had, what sounds like, a very relaxing lunch!

FarmGirl1970

Jul 2019

After reading the previous reviews, I expected more people to be dressed in the time period and giving demonstrations. We didn’t see any of that....and we want into almost every building. The Morgan is neat to see and learning about whaling in earlier years was interesting, but that was all through a video and touring the boat.

Response from Host

Jul 2019

Thanks for your feedback! Our historical interpreters do indeed wear contemporary cloths. If you see a flag flying outside of an exhibit, or village building, it means one of our fabulous museum staff is inside, ready to answer all your questions. I am glad you enjoyed the Charles W. Morgan!