Old Saybrook

By plane

• Groton-New London Airport, 155 Tower Ave., Groton, +1 860 445-8549. It takes about 30 mintues by car to get from the airport to Old Saybrook.

By train

• Amtrak, 455 Boston Post Road, . The station is open 5:15AM-10PM , Ticket sales end at 9:30PM.
• Shore Line East, 455 Boston Post Road (Same Building), .

By bus

• Estuary Transit District, 455 Boston Post Rd., +1 860 395-0891.
• The buses are called 9 Town Transit Service. Buses that run along the shoreline provide regular service along route 1 from Madison to Old Saybrook and all points in between. Its stops include Madison center, Hammonassett State Park, Clinton Crossings, Tangers Outlets, YMCA, Walmart, and the Old Saybrook Train Station.
• The Riverside Shuttle provides regular service along route 154 from Old Saybrook to Essex, Deep River, and Chester. Regular stops will include the Old Saybrook Train station, Essex Square, Adam's Market, and the Center of Chester.

By car

• Old Saybrook is part of the 9 Transit Service which serves the Estuary Transit District. It has regular service Mon-Sat and can be called for personalized service. +1 860 510-0429.

• Fort Saybrook Monument Park, Saybrook Point. 18 acres of beautiful woods owned by the Town of Old Saybrook. Storyboards "walk you around" and tell the story. Free.

• General William Hart House

  address: 350 Main Street
  Mid Jun to mid Sept. Sa,Su 1PM-4PM. Representing some of Connecticut's oldest architecture, this house was built in 1767 by a prominent citizen in Old Saybrooks history. Volunteer tour guides will take you around this elegant piece of American history. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and home to the local historical society, this mansion features eight corner fireplaces. Award-winning historical gardens. $5.

• Harvey Beach

  address: 29 Plum Bank Rd
  This small, shallow-water beach has a bathhouse with showers on-site. Visitors should contact the Old Saybrook Parks & Recreation Department at +1 860 395-3152 for up-to-date fee schedules.

• Essex-Saybrook Antiques Village, on Rt. 154; 345 Middlesex turnpike, +1 860 388-0689. Opened M-Su from 11-5. Enjoy this 120 dealer group shop featuring a complete collection of antiques & collectibles.

• Tova's Vintage Shop

  phone: +1 860 395-1955
  address: 1330 Boston Post Rd (Rt 1)
  Browse through vintage clothing and jewelry. Find anything from 1880 to 1970.

• The Mod Pod at Antiques Associates

  phone: +1 860 395-1930
  address: 1450 Boston Post Rd (Rt 1)
  Enjoy the mid-century modern furnishings, lighting, paintings, and pottery; Opened from W-Su 11-5.
• Van's Elegant Antiques, 998 Middlesex Turnpike, +1 860 388-1934

• Oscar J. and Company

  phone: +1 860 388-1713
  address: 105 Elm Street, Suite 16
  Since 1982, this full-service jewelry store has been offering a wide range of fine and unique jewelry. They also have baby gifts, watches, and jewelry boxes. Services include jewelry repair, custom design and appraisals.

• North Cove Outfitters

  address: 75 Main Street
  Located on Old Saybrook's historic Main Street, this store will cover all outdoor needs. North Cover Outfitters will have all clothing and equipment needs such as for sailing, yachting, hiking, and biking.

• Ocean Performance

  address: 280 Boston Post Road

• Jensens Yacht Sales LLC

  address: 142 Ferry Road #8
  Plenty of boats to look at on site.

• Seaforth Boat

  address: 54 Ferry Road

• O'Rourke Marine LLC

  address: 15 Clark Street

• Black Hall Yacht Sales

  address: 141 Boston Post Road

• Wal-Mart Supercenter

  address: 65 Boston Post Road
  Visit your local Wal-Mart for every day low prices and a large selection of electronics, toys, video games, apparel, furniture, appliances, garden, sports, gifts, jewelry, cosmetics, media and more.

• Famous Footwear

  address: 665 Boston Post Road

• Pier 1 Imports

  address: 665 Boston Post Road

• Old Glory Boutique

  address: 1804 Boston Post Road
  Old Glory, the largest selection of Music, Sports, Humor & Entertainment Apparel. Shop thousands at our stores & Over 50,000 items online at OldGlory.com. All Humor & Parody Tees Buy 2 Get 1 Free!

• Payless Shoe Source

  address: 665 Boston Post Road

• Marshalls

  address: 665 Boston Post Road

• Action Sports

  phone: +1 860 388-1291
  address: 1385 Boston Post Road
  Action Sports carries an excellent selection of equipment, clothing, and accessories for skiing, snowboarding, biking, kayaking, and inline skating. Can't go wrong here!

• Alforno Trattoria

  address: 1654 Boston Post Road
  Pizza is the specialty here at Alforno where it is very inexpensive. Lunch and dinner are only served along with only beer and wine.

• Cuckoo's Nest Mexican Food

  phone: +1 860 399-9060
  address: 1712 Boston Post Rd
  An outdoor patio restaurant, mainly Tex-Mex food and a full bar, located by a small shopping center along Route 1. Hours are: Lunch, M-Sa, 11:30 to 3. Dinner nightly, 3 to 10 or 11. Sunday brunch, 11 to 2. Price Range: Entrées, $14.95 to $22.95.

• Dock & Dine

  address: 145 College St
  Located right by the marina overlooking the water. Boats can dock right up to the restaurant.

• Frankie's Restaurant

  phone: +1 860 399-5524
  address: 359 Boston Post Road
  Located on the water, an open air deck gives views of Long Island Sounds and the surrounding coastline.

• Jack's American Bistro & Wine

  address: 286 Main St
  Price Ranges are: Starters: $7-$12, Entrées: $19-$32, Desserts: $7-$10. The bestsellers are Sesame-Crusted Tuna, Peking-Style Cornish Game Hen, Garlic and Ginger-Marinated Shrimp, Summer Tomato and Watermelon Salad. The cuisine style American/New, Bistro along with lunch and dinner served only.

• Liv's Oyster Bar

  address: 166 Main St
  The bestsellers are Oysters, Scallops & Pecan Carmel Tart. Price Range: Starters, $7 to $11; sandwiches, $9.50 to $18; entrees, $17.50 to $22; desserts, $6 to $8.

• Luigi's Restaurant

  address: 1295 Boston Post Road
  Open daily for lunch and dinner and specialize in homemade Italian food. Daily pasta specials are a must to try.

• Parthenon Diner

  address: 809 Boston Post Road
  Old style diner with the local touch. Their website has their menu.

• Pat's Kountry Kitchen

  address: 70 Mill Rock Rd E
  Voted Connecticut's Best Family Dining 9 years running. Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner & cocktails 6 Days a week 7AM to 9PM, and closed Wednesday. Seafood, meats & produce are delivered daily. Feast on the 20+ homemade pies, soups and daily specials from $3 - $15. Try the famous Clam Hash, Red Flannel Hash and Visit the Country gift shop located across the street. Price Range: Lunch entrees $3-$9; Dinner entrees $8-$15.

• Terra Mar Grill

  address: 2 Bridge St
  A formal and waterfront dining place in the Saybrook Point Inn & Spa. The L-shaped room wraps around an interior full bar, with windows looking on the Connecticut River beyond a marina. Lunch daily, 11:30 to 2. Dinner nightly, 6 to 9 or 10. Sunday brunch, 11 to 2. Price Range: Entrées, $21.95 to $33.95

• Saybrook Fish House

  address: 99 Essex Road
  Specializing is closely caught seafood from Long Island Sound. Try one of the fish specials, different each night. The local lobster is good and won't hurt your wallet.

• Zhangs

  phone: +1 860 388-3999
  address: 455 Boston Post Road
  Enjoy this Chinese restaurant with a small but excellent sushi bar.

• Pizza Works

  address: 455 Boston Post Road
  Located right at the Amtrak station (separate building) this restaurant is a must if you like pizza or trains.

• Main Street Tavern

  address: 256 Main St
  A dining/bar in Old Saybrook that offers delicious drinks and meals.

• Penny Lane Pub & Restaurant

  address: 150 Main St
  A great Irish pub to enjoy a drink!

• Starbucks

  phone: +1 860 388-3133
  address: 15 Main St

• Paperback Café Coffeehouse and Eatery

  phone: +1 860 388-9718
  address: 210 Main Street
  This coffeehouse features gourmet coffees, teas, sandwiches, soups, salads, daily breakfast specials, desserts and baked goods.

• Comfort Inn Old Saybrook

  address: 100 Essex Road
  This hotel is located just 15 miles from the Groton-New London Airport and is minutes from the USS Nautilus, the Connecticut River Museum, Camelot Cruises, Gillette Castle State Park, the Mohegan Sun casino and the Mystic Aquarium & Institute For Exploration.

• Days Inn Old Saybrook

  address: 1430 Boston Post Road
  Provides great amenities for guests. Near the Essex Steam Train and Riverboat Ride, Florence Griswold Museum, Gillette Castle, and Hammonassett State Beach.

• Sandpiper Inn Old Saybrook

  address: 1750 Boston Post Road
  Close to all local all day attractions, restaurants, shopping malls, and plazas. Enjoy a relaxing 1/2 acre pond with a large fountain and gazebo area which is perfect for wedding, family, or any other gathering event.

• Super 8 Old Saybrook

  phone: +1 860 399-6273
  address: 37 Spencer Plain Road
  This hotel has many attractions to offer nearby: Mystic Seaport & Aquarium, Casinos, Beaches & Golf, Outlet Malls, Antiques, Children's Museum, Marina's Ferry, Historic Essex, Steam Train & River Boat Rides, Gillette Castle, USS Crocker Memorial.

• Saybrook Point Inn & Spa

  address: 2 Bridge St
  Offers room service, restaurant on site, fitness center, spa, sauna, bar/lounge, fully air-conditioned, non-smoking rooms available, smoking rooms available, pool. Rate Range: from $145 to $470 per night.

• Executive Inn & Suites

  address: 7 N Main St
  A comfortable lodging inn with beautiful rooms which is close to many attractions including the train station, shopping centers, and restaurants.

• Heritage Motor Inn

  address: 1500 Boston Post Rd. (US Rt. 1)
  A small motel run by a local family, stressing economical, no frills, clean, and comfortable accommodations. A step above the chains and wanabees in service and authentic local and regional knowledge. Call the chamber of commerce +1(860)388-3266 or read the online reviews, this is the real deal.

• Old Saybrook Town Hall 302 Main Street, Old Saybrook, CT 06475. Phone: +1 860 395-3123 Hours: Mon – Fri 8:30AM – 4:30PM