Overview
Stonington is a city in Connecticut.
1 sights · 2 things to do · 2 places to eat · 4 bars & cafés · 5 places to stay
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Best things about Stonington
Stonington Harbor Lighthouse
the Stonington Harbor lighthouse is a small granite lighthouse that is also home to the Stonington Historical Society
Stonington Vineyards
Stonington Vineyards is number 16 on the Connecticut Wine Trail. Enjoy wine tasting Daily from 11AM to 5PM.
Johnathan Edwards Winery
Wine,food,friends and music, there is no better time than a summer event at Johnathan Edwards Winery. The Winery has a typical New England style with that Napa Valley feel. One event you shouldn't miss is the traditional…
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: May–Oct. Summer highs reach about 83°F; winter lows dip to about 22°F. Cold months (Jan) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Oct and Mar. (climate data from nearby Narragansett)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- WST Westerly State Airport, Westerly — 5 mi away. Directions
- NPT Newport State Airport, Newport — 34 mi away. Directions
- PVD Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport, Providence/Warwick — 35 mi away (major hub). Directions
Budget & where to stay
- Places to stay listed here: about $99–$99 a night (typical $149), from 2 listed prices.
- Estimated daily budget per person (room, two meals, local transport and an activity): budget ~$140, mid-range ~$220, comfortable ~$260.
See the Sleep guide ↓ for places to stay.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Stonington Harbor Lighthouse, Stonington Vineyards
- Lunch Noah's Restaurant
- Afternoon Johnathan Edwards Winery
- Dinner Cove Fish Market
- Evening Dog Watch Cafe
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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See
See Stonington Harbor Lighthouse
the Stonington Harbor lighthouse is a small granite lighthouse that is also home to the Stonington Historical Society
Do
Do Johnathan Edwards Winery
Wine,food,friends and music, there is no better time than a summer event at Johnathan Edwards Winery. The Winery has a typical New England style with that Napa Valley feel. One event you shouldn't miss is the traditional New England Lobster bake held in July. There is great New England seafood, wine, dancing and music. There is also Wine tasting year round.
Buy
Shop A.K. Dasher Jewelry
A.k. Dasher has a vast selection of sterling silver jewelry and is open from May through December.
Eat
Eat Noah's Restaurant
A long-time comfortable place in 'the borough' to meet friends.
- Excellent seafood options by the water, although the prices can run steep.
Eat Cove Fish Market
The Cove Fish Market is a local favorite. It features outdoor seating on red picnic table as well as indoor seating. It is open year round. The featured seafood is fantastic and one dish was even featured in Esquire Magazine in 2008 voted as one of the best sandwiches in America. Not only is there dining but there is also a fish market with fresh local seafood caught in Stonington Waters.
Drink
Drink Dog Watch Cafe
The Dog Watch is in the picturesque Stonington Borough. It is open from 11:30AM to 10PM on Friday and Saturday and 11:30AM to 9PM Su-Th. The atmosphere is casual seaside dining. There is live entertainment on the weekends.
Drink Skipper's Dock
Skipper's Dock is a casual, old world seafood Experience Established in 1929. It is decorated with nautical decor and has stunning views of the harbor.
Drink Beer'd Brewing Co.
Beard themed micro-brewery in an old warehouse that is now home to a variety of artists.
Drink Cottrell Brewing
To get to this brewery, walk around the sketchy, seemingly abandoned industrial facility. The entrance is in the back.
Sleep
Stay Sea Breeze Inn
Stay Inn At Stonington
Stay Mermaid Inn of Mystic
- Sea Breeze Motel, Route 1, (860) 535-2843.
- Seaport Motor Inn, Route 27, (860) 536-2621.
Stay Inn At Natl Hall
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