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New London
ℹ️Practical info — New London
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
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💡 Tips
- Visit the US Coast Guard Academy museum. It's free, but remember to bring a valid photo ID to enter the grounds.
- Ocean Beach Park is great for a summer day out, but be prepared for a steep per-vehicle parking fee.
- The downtown historic waterfront district is very walkable and packs many historic sites into a small area.
- Taking the Cross Sound Ferry? Arrive at least 45 minutes early during the busy summer months to secure your spot.
- The Custom House Maritime Museum is a lesser-known spot for seafaring history, usually pleasantly quiet in the early afternoons.
🍽 Food
Try a classic hot buttered lobster roll from a seafood dock near the train tracks.
Explore the downtown eateries for traditional pasta and New Haven-style thin-crust pizza.
Several downtown breweries pour excellent local ales, often hosting food trucks outside.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Stroll down Bank Street for independent bookstores, antique shops, and quirky record stores.
The Custom House museum shop and local marine stores offer unique nautical-themed souvenirs.
Walk the paved paths around the impressive masonry fort for peaceful views of the Thames River.
A smaller, serene green space good for reading or watching the boats pass by.
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New London is situated in southeastern Connecticut at the mouth of the Thames River, boasting a storied maritime heritage. One of the city's coastal gems is Mitchell Beach, a quiet spot favored by local residents for a peaceful day by the water. Green Harbor Beach also attracts visitors with its scenic harbor views and rocky shoreline features. The city's premier recreational destination is Ocean Beach Park, which provides a boardwalk, swimming, and various family attractions. Historically a major whaling port, New London is now the proud home of the United States Coast Guard Academy. Visitors can explore Fort Trumbull State Park, featuring a massive stone fortification with commanding views of the river and the Atlantic beyond. The downtown historic district is a hub for the arts, filled with galleries, boutiques, and historic theaters like the Garde Arts Center. Dining in New London is a treat, with options ranging from classic seafood shacks to diverse international cuisine. The city serves as a regional transportation hub, featuring a major Amtrak station and ferry terminals providing service to Long Island and Block Island, making it a gateway to the region’s coastal treasures.
- Location: United States
- Top sights: Soldier Hill · Columbo Statue · Expressiones
- Nearby: Groton (7 km)
- Population: ~27.179 (2024)
Geography
Facts
- Whaling port history
- US Coast Guard Academy
- Fort Trumbull State Park
- Ocean Beach Park
- Mitchell Beach
- Long Island Ferry hub
- Thames River mouth
- Downtown arts district
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Sights in the town New London (14)
Fort Trumbull State Park🌳 park
A state park in New London featuring a historic 19th-century coastal defense fort.
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