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

Fri 27 Jun

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Starting at $32.00

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Fri 27 Jun

Starting at $32.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

3 tall ships

Entire 19-acre indoor/outdoor museum experience

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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

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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DayTrip01879584267

Aug 2024

Incredible. Fun for family. The boat ride is a must. If you have kids they will love building their own ship that they can take home.

Response from Host

Sep 2024

Thank you for the review. We are very happy you and your family had a good time. We hope you visit again soon.

W3916FYrays

Aug 2024

The Maritime Museum is one of the best I have been to. Each area fully explains the local history with Whaling being a highlight due to being able to go on board a genuine whaling vessel from the period.

Response from Host

Sep 2024

Thank you for the review and visit. We are very happy you got to board the Charles W. Morgan.

Pikasmom

Aug 2024

I wanted to like this, but unless you are really really into nautical life I would not bother. There’s hardly anyone there to explain anything, we actually on had one knowledgeable gentleman who was in the print shop. Every child I saw looked extremely bored. The worst part was it was $30 per person and there was nothing you could read about any of these things, and honestly, I could have cared less. No pavement or grass, just dirt to walk on.

Response from Host

Aug 2024

Dear Pickasmom, Thank you for taking the time to send us your feedback. We are sorry to hear of your less than exceptional experience at Mystic Seaport museum, especially when you "wanted to like this". Mystic Seaport museum offers a multitude of experiences for those avid maritime history buffs as well as those that want a more casual experience. For example guests can take a peddle boat or rowboat for free as part of their admission and get out on the water. This summer on our main village green, we had the rare opportunity to showcase the Deep Sea Challenger, the private submarine of James Cameron who directed numerous Hollywood blockbusters like Avatar, Terminator and Titanic. We also had a full schedule of demonstrations, programs and planetarium shows, not to mention 30 minute river cruises available for guests. Anyone walking past the children's museum, performance stage, playscapes or Voyage to the Deep exhibit can hear the small ones loud at play. Perhaps it was just a hot/humid day when you visited or maybe you made those observations right before closing? Either way I would be interested learning more about your visit and would like for you to contact me directly at 860 572-0711. -Gabriel Gresko