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( 860-572-5955;
www.mysticaquarium.org
;
55 Coogan Blvd; adult/child 3-17 yr $29.95/21.95;
9am-5pm Apr-Oct, to 4pm Nov & Mar, 10am-4pm Dec-Feb; )
This state-of-the-art aquarium
boasts more than 6000 species of sea creatures (including three beluga whales), an out-
door viewing area for watching seals and sea lions below the waterline, a penguin pavil-
ion and the 1400-seat Marine Theater for dolphin shows.
Sleeping
Mermaid Inn
B&B$$$
( 860-536-6223;
www.mermaidinnofmystic.com
; 2 Broadway Ave; d incl breakfast $175-225; )
This quirky Italianate B&B sits on a quiet street within walking distance of the town cen-
ter. Its three rooms each have special touches such as fresh flowers and Italian chocol-
ates. In warm weather, guests enjoy breakfast on the porch.
Steamboat Inn
INN$$$
$$$
( 860-536-8300;
www.steamboatinnmystic.com
; 73 Steamboat Wharf; d incl breakfast $160-295;
)
Located right in the heart of downtown Mystic, the 11 rooms of this historic
inn have wraparound water views and luxurious amenities, including two-person whirl-
pool tubs. Antiques lend the interior a romantic atmosphere and service is top-notch with
baked goods for breakfast, complimentary bikes, boat docks and gym facilities.
Eating
Mystic Drawbridge Ice Cream
ICE CREAM$
(
www.mysticdrawbridgeicecream.com
; 2 W Main St; cones $4, panini $7.50; 9am-11pm; )
Strolling through town is best done with an ice-cream cone in hand. Some of the more
quirky flavors, such as pumpkin pie and southern peach, are seasonal, but on any given
day there will be something innovative to try.
Captain Daniel Packer Inne
AMERICAN$$$
( 860-536-3555;
www.danielpacker.com
;
32 Water St; meals $14-24; 11am-10pm)
This 1754
historic house has a low-beam ceiling, creaky floorboards and a casual (and loud) pub
downstairs. Upstairs, the dining room has river views and an imaginative American
menu.
Oyster Club
SEAFOOD$$$
$$$
