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Things to see in New London, Connecticut (United States): 50 places and when to go
New London, Connecticut is a town in United States with around 96,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 50 places in and around it, mainly History (21), Nature (14), Wildlife (11). The best known are USS Nautilus, Baltic, Connecticut and Gales Ferry, Connecticut. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 58 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 02. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 41.3555, -72.1
- Population
- About 96,000
- Places
- 50 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (21) · Nature (14) · Wildlife (11) · Architecture (7) · Museums and art (6) · With kids (6)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- JFK New York, 162 km as the crow flies
What to see in New London, Connecticut
The places in and around New London, Connecticut, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- USS NautilusWorld's first nuclear-powered submarine3.7 km
- Baltic, ConnecticutHistory29 km
- Gales Ferry, ConnecticutHistory8.2 km
- USS Albacore1953 research submarine221 km
- Mystic SeaportMaritime museum in Mystic, Connecticut11 km
- Charles W. MorganAmerican whaling ship built in 184111 km
- Florence Griswold MuseumMuseum in Olde Lyme, Connecticut19 km
- GungywampArchaeological site in CT6.4 km
- Connecticut College ArboretumArboretum and botanical gardens in Connecticut, US3.6 km
- Avery Point LightLighthouse in Connecticut, United States5.4 km
- Harkness Memorial State ParkState historic park in Connecticut, United States5.6 km
- New London Ledge LightLighthouse in Connecticut, United States5.8 km
- Plum Island LightLighthouse in New York, United States22 km
- Bluff Point State ParkState park in New London County, Connecticut6.3 km
- Downtown Norwich Historic DistrictHistoric district in Connecticut, United States19 km
- Haley Farm State ParkPublic recreation area in Groton, US7.9 km
- Latimer Reef LightLighthouse in New York, United States15 km
- Misquamicut State BeachState beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States25 km
- Morgan Point LightLighthouse in Connecticut, United States built 186810 km
- Nehantic State ForestForest in Connecticut, United States17 km
- Orient Point LightLighthouse in New York, United States24 km
- Rocky Neck State ParkPublic recreation area in Connecticut, US13 km
- Saybrook Breakwater LightLighthouse in Connecticut, United States23 km
- Selden Neck State ParkState park in New London County, Connecticut26 km
And the other 26, by what you come to do:
- Nature: Stoddard Hill State Park, Becket Hill State Park Reserve, Cochegan Rock, Wequetequock Cove, Mohegan Park
- History: Hamburg Bridge Historic District, Mystic Bridge Historic District, Mystic River Historic District, Old Lyme Historic District, United States lightship Portsmouth, Hadlyme North Historic District, New England Hebrew Farmers of the Emanuel Society Synagogue and Creamery Site
- Museums and art: Mashantucket Pequot Museum and Research Center, Connecticut River Museum
- Beaches: McCook Park Beach, Perch Island, Latimer Reef
- With kids: Water Country, Mystic Aquarium, Nature's Art Village, The Dinosaur Place at Nature's Art Village, Treworgy Planetarium
- Food and drink: B.F. Clyde's Cider Mill, Liar's Bench Beer Co, Tox Brewing Company
- Hiking: Richard H. Goodwin Trail
When to go to New London, Connecticut
The best time to visit New London, Connecticut is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:20
- FebPossible10:24
- MarBest time11:40
- AprBest time13:07
- MayBest time14:19
- JunBest time14:58
- JulBest time14:42
- AugBest time13:40
- SepBest time12:16
- OctBest time10:52
- NovPossible9:38
- DecPossible9:02
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 58 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 02. In June, 50 of the 50 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to New London, Connecticut
The nearest main airport is John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK, New York), 162 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Glasgo16 places29 km
- Colchester16 places33 km
- Killingworth16 places41 km
- Southold31 places43 km
- Chatham25 places50 km
- Storrs21 places52 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in New London, Connecticut?
The best known: USS Nautilus, Baltic, Connecticut, Gales Ferry, Connecticut, USS Albacore, Mystic Seaport. In all, 50 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit New London, Connecticut?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 58 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 02.
How do you get to New London, Connecticut?
The nearest main airport is John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 162 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with New London, Connecticut as the destination and these 50 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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