- TripBuzz found 247 things to do with kids in or near East Lyme, Connecticut, including 244 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Westerly, Groton, Mystic and New London.
- From Hole-in-the-Wall Beach to McCook Beach & Park, the East Lyme area offers 115 different types of family activities, including: Beaches, National & State Parks, Parks and Theaters.
- A waterfront city full of sandy beaches, lush green parks and historic sights, the city of East Lyme is a New England oasis. Visitors can enjoy sunbathing on one of four local beaches or picnic in one of five city parks. Also popular are the local fishing boat charters, antique shopping, waterfront dining and clamming.
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Waterford, Connecticut's Harkness Memorial State Park offers many appealing features, including picnic grounds and large gardens. Its main attraction is the whitewashed Harkness mansion, which is now open for tours.
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A water powered grist mill, the Old Town Mill was rebuilt after being burnt to the ground during the American Revolutionary War. The mill hosts many events throughout the year including concerts, art shows, and more.
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Thames River/New London Harbor Entrance, New London, CT
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A historic lighthouse, the New London Ledge Lighthouse has been restored and preserved by the New London Ledge Lighthouse Foundation. The lighthouse now contains a museum, and is open for tours.
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Designed with tree lined streets and well manicured gardens, Connecticut College is a great place to explore the outdoors. Its rich architecture, fine arts and sports programs are also reasons to visit this New London campus.
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New London's Garde Arts Center is a non-profit arts venue that presents professional productions of plays, musicals, operas and other works. The main theater is adorned with exotic carvings and Moroccan textiles.
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As a historic Colonial home, Richard Douglass House is the former home of a New Londoner captain from the American Revolution. This house is one of the last few gambrel-roof houses remaining in the region.
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305 Great Neck Rd, Waterford, CT 6385
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Located in Waterford, Connecticut, the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center is a Tony award-winning performing arts complex. Founded in 1964, the center not only trains future performers, it has featured plays that have received national recognition.
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Views of the tidal marshes and the Long Island Sound are a main draw of the Waterford Beach Park. Rather than a sculpted beach, this park offers an unmodified natural beach setting with one of the best examples of an intact dune system.
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150 Bank Street, New London, CT 06320
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Located along the waterfront on Bank Street, New London Maritime Society Custom House Museum is a small building that packs many exhibits. An excellent way to learn about New London's rich nautical history.
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Between the Bridges Llc is a full service marina and boatyard on the Connecticut River. The marina offers access to Long Island Sound and features slip rentals, storage, repairs, sales, and a 280 foot fuel dock.