The Shoreline Connecticut Bucket List
50 Things to See and Do in 2025
From salty breezes and shucked oysters to secluded beaches and heritage towns, Connecticut’s shoreline has a rhythm all its own. Whether you’re a long-time local or a first-time visitor, let this be your ultimate guide to the must-dos, must-eats, and must-sees across the shoreline and just inland. From Branford to Stonington and everywhere in between, here are 50 ways to savor the charm, flavor, and adventure of the Connecticut Shoreline in 2025.
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Editors Picks
TRAVEL
Spend the Night at Greens Ledge Lighthouse: A Coastal Connecticut Experience Like No Other
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FOOD
Best Lobster Rolls on the
Connecticut Shoreline
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ACTIVITIES
10 Stunning Day Hikes in Connecticut
You’ll Want to Do This Weekend
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SEASONAL FAVORITES
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Shoreline Wine Trail
You know how happy you feel being next to the Long Island Sound? Well, our grapes feel the same way. And happy grapes make a brilliant wine experience. Explore this corner of Connecticut through the Shoreline Wine Trail.
FOOD & DRINKS
Meet the
Shoreline’s
Taste Makers
ACTIVITIES
Don’t Worry, We’ve Got It All Planned
Developing relationships and collaborating with our listings in telling the great stories and sharing the authentic experiences of the Shoreline to the world is seriously what we live for.
It's the very reason we exist!
Why Should I Visit the Connecticut Shoreline?
Where to Stay
What to Do
Where to Dine
Plan a Wedding
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