About this city
Also known as: Connecticut's Favorite Seaside Village
Niantic is a charming, coastal historic village located within the maritime town of East Lyme in New London County, Connecticut. Situated beautifully facing the clear waters of Niantic Bay and the Niantic River, it offers an idyllic, walkable seaside lifestyle looking out toward the Long Island Sound. Named after the indigenous Nehantic tribe, the village features a classic New England maritime personality with an active commercial Main Street running parallel to the shore. Niantic is highly celebrated for its beautifully sustained sandy public beaches, vibrant coastal boardwalk, family-friendly seafood restaurants, and a famous independent book community.
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Suggested stay: 1–2 days
Stroll the scenic 1.1-mile Niantic Bay Boardwalk for sweeping maritime views of Long Island Sound. Relax on the sandy beaches or swim at Hole-in-the-Wall Beach and McCook Point Park. Browse the massive multi-building maze of books at the famous Book Barn. Visit the historic 17th-century Thomas Lee House museum.
