Things to do in Lyme

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What to do in Lyme

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Florence Griswold Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Florence Griswold Museum during your travels in Old Lyme. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Florence Griswold Museum

Goose Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Goose Island during your travels in Old Lyme. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Goose Island

Dinosaur State Park

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Dinosaur State Park during your travels in Lyme. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Dinosaur State Park

Devil’s Hopyard State Park

You can learn about the history of Lyme with a trip to Devil’s Hopyard State Park. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Devil’s Hopyard State Park

Haddam Meadows State Park

You can learn about the history of Lyme with a visit to Haddam Meadows State Park. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Haddam Meadows State Park

Lyme Academy of Fine Arts

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Lyme Academy of Fine Arts in Old Lyme. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Lyme Academy of Fine Arts

Selden Neck State Park

You can take time to visit Selden Neck State Park during your travels to Lyme.

Selden Neck State Park

Old Lyme Historical Society

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Old Lyme Historical Society during your trip to Old Lyme. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's sunsets.

Old Lyme Historical Society

Ferry Landing State Park

You can take time to visit Ferry Landing State Park during your travels to Old Lyme. Wander the riverfront and beaches while you're in the area.

Ferry Landing State Park

Popular day trips from Lyme

Essex featuring a house

Essex

Old Lyme showing a lake or waterhole

Old Lyme

Old Saybrook

Old Saybrook

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Frequently asked questions

Is Lyme worth visiting?
Lyme has an interesting mix of attractions, local charm and culture. Whether you're into outdoor activities, history or local cuisine, there are many things you'll find here.
How do I spend a day in Lyme?
When you've checked off top attractions like Dinosaur State Park, spend the rest of your day discovering the shopping and dining scene in Lyme.
What is the top tourist attraction in Lyme?
Plan a day at Dinosaur State Park and see why it's ranked as the top tourist attraction near Lyme.
Is three days enough to stay in Lyme?
Three days in Lyme is plenty of time to explore the nearby hotspots. Popular among travelers is Dinosaur State Park and Haddam Meadows State Park, so why not visit them while you're here?
What are some activities to do in Lyme with kids?
Whether you're vacationing with tiny adventurers or thrill-loving teens, a fun-filled itinerary is the key to a stress-free getaway. Take a look at our ideas for what to do in Lyme with kids.
What to do in Lyme for adults?
From delicious food and cultural attractions to thrilling activities and unique experiences, there's no shortage of interesting things to do in Lyme for adults.
Are there free things to do in Lyme?
One of the most popular free things to do in Lyme is Haddam Meadows State Park. You can also stroll around nearby neighborhoods and spend time in parks and other open spaces in this area. For more ideas, just ask a local tour guide.