Connecticut hidden gems: A trip to Mystic

August 02, 2023

Students pet stingrays at the Mystic Aquarium

Mystic, Connecticut, is a popular spot right in Quinnipiac's backyard that is the perfect place for day trips and weekend getaways with roommates and friends.

Don’t have a car? Don’t worry, the Quinnipiac shuttle will bring you to the Union Station Amtrak right in New Haven, Connecticut, where you can catch a train ride straight to the downtown Mystic area.

 

While you are visiting, you may want to:
  • Visit the Mystic Aquarium
    • Experience a wide range of animal exhibits ranging from beluga whales to polar bears and reconnect with the animal-lover in you.
  • Get a bite to eat at Mystic Pizza
    • Soak in some film history while indulging in a tasty meal at the setting of the 1988 film “Mystic Pizza."
  • Satisfy your sweet tooth at Mystic Drawbridge Ice Cream
    • Take in the charming views of the Mystic River while enjoying a sweet, cold treat. 
  • Explore the Mystic Seaport Museum
    • Check out historic boats and more at the largest maritime museum in the United States, the learning opportunities being endless. 
  • Take a scenic walk
    • Admire the coastal architecture, views and breathe in the salty Mystic air that the area is known for.
  • Check out the endless shops
    • From antique stores to trendy boutiques, Mystic has a variety of shops and stores that you can peruse to find the perfect treasure or souvenir.
  • Get in touch with your sixth sense 
  • Soak in the sun at Williams Beach Park
    • Relax and enjoy the ocean view at this quaint, public beach with areas to picnic, tan and swim.

Attend an Open House

Want to learn what Quinnipiac is all about? We invite you to join us at an Open House, where our students, faculty and staff will introduce you to life as a Bobcat through a variety of sessions and tours.

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