- Our list of the best things to do in East Lyme, Connecticut, features the top 308 nearby activities — including 139 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- East Lyme, CT has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Sights & Landmarks, and Entertainment & Shows.
- The results below include the top 3 things to do within the city of East Lyme, CT , followed by 305 popular activities in nearby cities, including Westerly, Groton, New London, Mystic, Greenport, Waterford, Clinton, East Haddam, Sag Harbor, Norwich, Old Saybrook, Niantic, Guilford, Mashantucket, Old Lyme, Stonington, Madison, Essex, Westbrook, East Hampton, Uncasville, Montauk, Watch Hill, Colchester, Misquamicut, Willimantic, Middletown and Ivoryton
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Built in the 1700s, Pratt House is the former farm house of one of the early settlers of the city. The house contains authentic furniture and decor from the Pilgrim to the Colonial eras.
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The Eastern Point Beach features concession stands, picnic tables, showers, and playgrounds. The beach's shallow water depths make it a suitable location for swimming and visitors can also view three lighthouses from the site.
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Covering military history from 1775 to the present day, Military Historians Museum features a collection of American military uniforms. The museum also includes vehicles from World War II and Desert Storm as well as a music room.
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Essex Library Association offers books in multimedia formats for its visitors. The library has a service where visitors can book a private session with a librarian to help them locate a book or provide technical advice.
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300 Main Street, Old Saybrook, CT 06475
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Old Saybrook's The Katherine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center is a performing arts venue. Named for the legendary actress, the Katherine Hepburn Center presents musicals, recitals, jazz bands, solo vocalists, New Age artists and many other types of intriguing cultural enrichment.
8.7 Miles
Artisans Harbor is an art gallery and display space for a variety of original paintings as well as handcrafted works such as jewelry, accessories, decorative pieces, and even furniture. The gallery offers art classes, as well.
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Built in 1767, the General William Hart House is a historic site commemorating and preserving colonial history. The house contains furnishings and decor that expresses the sophistication and wealth of this 18th century general.
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One of the most popular dining options in Essex, Connecticut is Olive Oyl's, a gourmet takeaway restaurant featuring salads, wraps, soups, pasta and other delicious foods made from locally-sourced ingredients.
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Downeast Lighthouse Cruises offers several short cruise options on a real lobster boat. Attractions include a New London Harbor cruise, Fisher's Island cruise, and a sunset cruise. Downeast Lighthouse Cruises also hosts occasional special events.
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Birch Plain Creek Park is a natural wildlife preserve and saltwater wetlands managed by the local community. The park offers multiple hiking paths and is the home of many colorful waterfowl, making it a popular destination for birdwatchers.