Niantic Attractions

The Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut offers hands on educational exhibits designed for children up to age 11. Exhibits include a health discovery center, a literacy-based display, global village and science room.

Millstone Discovery Center in Niantic features petting pools of marine life, as well as hands on science displays. There is also a nature trail which runs along the waterfront.

Built in 1660, the Thomas Lee House is a Colonial wood frame house furnished in period. At the back of the property is a Colonial herb garden.