Family owned farms, home-made apple pies, apple cider, and fresh crisp apples you can pick on your own. If that doesn’t scream fall, we don’t know what does.

The Shoreline’s agricultural landscape just minutes from the beach, is one of our favorite aspects of this corner of Connecticut. Explore a few of our favorites and experience Pick-Your-Own, farmer’s markets, wine tasting, and more.

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.

These are the don’t miss spots on the Shoreline. Read on for the 6 must-do attractions on the Connecticut Shoreline. Including the Florence Griswold Museum, Mystic Seaport, Submarine Force Museum, Mystic Aquarium, Essex Stream Train, and Connecticut River Museum. Which one will you visit today?

Whether you’re shopping or seeking inspiration, you can find everything from European fine art to contemporary and modern pieces.

The abundance of local farms and fresh produce is one of the best aspects of the Shoreline community. Being able to pick your own fruit, vegetables and flowers makes this time of year the perfect time to enjoy the many local and family owned farms that line the coast here in Connecticut. Explore four of our favorite spots for blueberry picking.

The abundance of local farms and fresh produce is one of the best aspects of the Shoreline community. Being able to pick your own fruit, vegetables and flowers makes this time of year the perfect time to enjoy the many local and family owned farms that line the coast here in Connecticut.

Wander through the market stands and shop our favorite artisanal products and local produce! Or follow the Shoreline Connecticut Farmers’ Market Travel and travel from Guilford to Stonington.

It’s peach season! While I definitely don’t count down to the end of summer, when we get into the end of August, I’m definitely counting down until the peaches ripen on the Connecticut coast. When Bishop’s Orchard opens their pick-your-own peaches, they open the best tasting peaches on the Shoreline.

This summer, let a weekend campout lead you to explore the Shoreline in a new way. Even if you’ve never stepped foot onto a campground before, you might be surprised by how good it feels to spend a day or two in the wild.

The abundance of local farms and fresh produce is one of the best aspects of the Shoreline community. Being able to pick your own fruit, vegetables and flowers makes this time of year the perfect time to enjoy the many local and family owned farms that line the coast here in Connecticut.

The Shoreline’s 300+ year history cannot be told without highlighting its military significance. Scroll on to learn about the Shoreline’s iconic military sites, including the United States Coast Guard Academy, the USS Nautilus, and Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park.

Savoring evenings by the water with a sunset view is a summertime staple. Scroll on to experience 6 of the Shoreline’s best sunset spots, including Hammonasset State Park, Madison Beach Hotel, Ferry Landing Park, Fort Griswold, Stonington Point, or while sailing with Mystic Whaler Cruises.

Adventure awaits. Disembark from your busy schedule and set sail on one of the Shoreline’s water tours or cruises. Whether you want to dress up in the evening and sail on a yacht or grab the family for a fun daytime excursion, there's a boat waiting for you.

Get outside & explore the Shoreline

Did you know with a Connecticut license plate you have free access to state parks? Well technically, we pay for it with taxes, but you're welcome in and out of our state parks without any charge. And that means there's no excuse not to stop in one of the many state parks that dot the Connecticut Shoreline.

There's nothing more American than grabbing a hot dog at the ballpark. So we're sharing the best places to catch a game on the Shoreline this summer.

Have you taken a peek at the weather? It's not looking good. And not just for one day, or a few days, we have a major system coming through. And as the mom of two little ones, I know rainy days can be tough (down right suck!), especially when little ones are out of school. So wanted to get ahead of the storm, and share the best rainy day activities.