Mystic Country

Children’s Museum

Kids ages seven and under have a place all their own – the Children's Museum at Mystic Seaport. Here, young sailors can swab the deck, move cargo, cook in the galley, dress in sailor’s garb and even sleep in ships’ bunks. You can also go fishing, solve puzzles and learn how to tie your own knot. More on the Mystic Seaport website>

Toy Boats

After you climb aboard our historic vessels put your imagination to work and create your very own! Design a maritime keepsake that will withstand any storm. Our Toy Boat Building provides all the materials you’ll need to make a souvenir you’ll treasure forever. Seasonal activity, $5 fee included. More on the Mystic Seaport website>

Treworgy Planetarium

Explore the night sky from under our planetarium dome. Learn how to locate and identify the stars, planets, and constellations that can be seen during different times of the year. More on the Mystic Seaport website>

Playscapes

What good are a sailing ship, lobster boat, and fishing dragger that don’t float on water? Plenty, when they're playscapes! Mystic Seaport’s playscape area was designed just for kids to climb around and explore. More on the Mystic Seaport website>

Horse and Carriage Rides

The whole family will enjoy riding a horse and carriage around the Mystic Seaport grounds, giving feet a rest and providing an authentic experience of days gone by. Horse and carriage rides are available during warmer months only, 11 am-5 pm daily. $5 per person. No reservations required. More on Mystic Seaport website>

Row on the Mystic River

Great fun for the whole family. your own historic wooden rowboat or other small craft and take your own personal tour of the Mystic River. Rentals at Mystic Seaport offer excellent water views of the 19-acre museum area. Boats are rented by the hour, and Mystic Seaport admissions is required. More on the Mystic Seaport Website>

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