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Tugboat alongside a submarine near a coastal residential area

Tugboat alongside a submarine near a coastal residential area

Tugboat alongside a submarine near a coastal residential area

Tugboat alongside a submarine near a coastal residential area

Town of Groton

The city of Groton offers a rich blend of history, maritime charm, and recreational activities. Nestled between the Thames River and Long Island Sound, it’s known for its waterfront dining, cultural landmarks, and strong military heritage. Situated midway between New York City and Boston, Groton welcomes visitors with its tight-knit community and inviting atmosphere, making it an ideal destination for both relaxation and exploration.

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Places to Visit

Sandy beach, calm blue water, houses and trees in distance

Sandy beach, calm blue water, houses and trees in distance

Sandy beach, calm blue water, houses and trees in distance

Sandy beach, calm blue water, houses and trees in distance

Sandy beach with calm blue water, rocky shore, and houses in distance

Sandy beach with calm blue water, rocky shore, and houses in distance

Sandy beach with calm blue water, rocky shore, and houses in distance

Sandy beach with calm blue water, rocky shore, and houses in distance

Esker Point Beach

Fishing boat Mataura docked in Mystic, Connecticut with fishing gear onboard

Fishing boat Mataura docked in Mystic, Connecticut with fishing gear onboard

Fishing boat Mataura docked in Mystic, Connecticut with fishing gear onboard

Fishing boat Mataura docked in Mystic, Connecticut with fishing gear onboard

Fishing boat Mataura docked in Mystic, Connecticut with fishing gear onboard

Fishing boat Mataura docked in Mystic, Connecticut with fishing gear onboard

Fishing boat Mataura docked in Mystic, Connecticut with fishing gear onboard

Fishing boat Mataura docked in Mystic, Connecticut with fishing gear onboard

Autumn view of harbor and town from Fort Griswold in Connecticut

Autumn view of harbor and town from Fort Griswold in Connecticut

Autumn view of harbor and town from Fort Griswold in Connecticut

Autumn view of harbor and town from Fort Griswold in Connecticut

Three people walking uphill near a tall stone obelisk monument

Three people walking uphill near a tall stone obelisk monument

Three people walking uphill near a tall stone obelisk monument

Three people walking uphill near a tall stone obelisk monument

Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park

Enviro-Lab Research Vessel

Enviro-Lab Research Vessel

Enviro-Lab Research Vessel

Enviro-Lab Research Vessel

Enviro-Lab Research Vessel

Enviro-Lab Research Vessel

Enviro-Lab Research Vessel

Enviro-Lab Research Vessel

Project Oceanology

Avalonia Land Conservancy's Tri-town Ridgeline Forest Preserve

Avalonia Land Conservancy's Woolworth Marsh

Avalonia Land Conservancy's Benedict Benson Preserve

Avalonia Land Conservancy's Tefftweald at Birchenturn

Avalonia Land Conservancy's Tri-town Ridgeline Forest Preserve

Avalonia Land Conservancy's Woolworth Marsh

Avalonia Land Conservancy's Benedict Benson Preserve

Avalonia Land Conservancy's Tefftweald at Birchenturn

Avalonia Land Conservancy

Group of men on boat holding large striped bass fish

Group of men on boat holding large striped bass fish

Group of men on boat holding large striped bass fish

Group of men on boat holding large striped bass fish

Two men on boat holding large striped bass fish at sea

Two men on boat holding large striped bass fish at sea

Two men on boat holding large striped bass fish at sea

Two men on boat holding large striped bass fish at sea

Osprey Sport Fishing

Places to Eat

Cozy restaurant dining area with wooden chairs and tables set with napkins

Cozy restaurant dining area with wooden chairs and tables set with napkins

Cozy restaurant dining area with wooden chairs and tables set with napkins

Cozy restaurant dining area with wooden chairs and tables set with napkins

Interior of restaurant with tables set and string lights on windows

Interior of restaurant with tables set and string lights on windows

Interior of restaurant with tables set and string lights on windows

Interior of restaurant with tables set and string lights on windows

Mirch Masala, Cuisine of India

Pizza with broccoli, cheese, and sausage on a metal tray

Pizza with broccoli, cheese, and sausage on a metal tray

Pizza with broccoli, cheese, and sausage on a metal tray

Pizza with broccoli, cheese, and sausage on a metal tray

Pizza with broccoli, cheese, and sausage on a metal tray

Pizza with broccoli, cheese, and sausage on a metal tray

Pizza with broccoli, cheese, and sausage on a metal tray

Pizza with broccoli, cheese, and sausage on a metal tray

The Rolling Tomato

The Shack - Groton

Sign for Par 4 Restaurant serving lunch and dinner, open year-round

Sign for Par 4 Restaurant serving lunch and dinner, open year-round

Sign for Par 4 Restaurant serving lunch and dinner, open year-round

Sign for Par 4 Restaurant serving lunch and dinner, open year-round

Sign for Par 4 Restaurant serving lunch and dinner, open year-round

Sign for Par 4 Restaurant serving lunch and dinner, open year-round

Sign for Par 4 Restaurant serving lunch and dinner, open year-round

Sign for Par 4 Restaurant serving lunch and dinner, open year-round

Par Four Restaurant

Dimly lit restaurant Olio with patrons dining and waiter serving

Dimly lit restaurant Olio with patrons dining and waiter serving

Dimly lit restaurant Olio with patrons dining and waiter serving

Dimly lit restaurant Olio with patrons dining and waiter serving

Dimly lit restaurant Olio with patrons dining and waiter serving

Dimly lit restaurant Olio with patrons dining and waiter serving

Dimly lit restaurant Olio with patrons dining and waiter serving

Dimly lit restaurant Olio with patrons dining and waiter serving

Olio Restaurant & Bar

Uncooked nest-shaped pasta with garlic and block of cheese

Uncooked nest-shaped pasta with garlic and block of cheese

Uncooked nest-shaped pasta with garlic and block of cheese

Uncooked nest-shaped pasta with garlic and block of cheese

Nest-shaped uncooked pasta with garlic bulbs and cheese wedge

Nest-shaped uncooked pasta with garlic bulbs and cheese wedge

Nest-shaped uncooked pasta with garlic bulbs and cheese wedge

Nest-shaped uncooked pasta with garlic bulbs and cheese wedge

Places to Stay

Hampton Inn hotel building with large sign and parked cars on sunny day

Hampton Inn hotel building with large sign and parked cars on sunny day

Hampton Inn hotel building with large sign and parked cars on sunny day

Hampton Inn hotel building with large sign and parked cars on sunny day

Hampton Inn hotel building with large sign and parked cars on sunny day

Hampton Inn hotel building with large sign and parked cars on sunny day

Hampton Inn hotel building with large sign and parked cars on sunny day

Hampton Inn hotel building with large sign and parked cars on sunny day

Hampton Inn - Groton

Hotel room with two beds, colorful bedspreads, and wall art

Hotel room with two beds, colorful bedspreads, and wall art

Hotel room with two beds, colorful bedspreads, and wall art

Hotel room with two beds, colorful bedspreads, and wall art

Hotel room with two beds, colorful bedspreads, and wall art

Hotel room with two beds, colorful bedspreads, and wall art

Hotel room with two beds, colorful bedspreads, and wall art

Hotel room with two beds, colorful bedspreads, and wall art

Flagship Inn & Suites

Motel 6 - Groton

Super 8 Motel - Groton

Thames Inn Marina sign by waterfront with city skyline in background

Thames Inn Marina sign by waterfront with city skyline in background

Thames Inn Marina sign by waterfront with city skyline in background

Thames Inn Marina sign by waterfront with city skyline in background

Thames Inn Marina sign by waterfront with city skyline in background

Thames Inn Marina sign by waterfront with city skyline in background

Thames Inn Marina sign by waterfront with city skyline in background

Thames Inn Marina sign by waterfront with city skyline in background

Thames Inn & Marina

Hilltop Inn Express - Groton

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