BC,
Mystic Seaport is a museum and while still a good stop, a lot of the summer activities will not continue much after Labor Day. If you do go there, either plan for a really long day or buy the 2-day ticket. There are lots of good restaurants in the actual village - meaning down on Rt-1. Get on the web and read about what is scheduled for when you plan to be there.
The Seaquarium is near the highway, and if you interested, it is a great stop.
Mystic Village is a shopping center, not much more or less.
I used to live 4 houses south of the seaport's south gate. Mom has passed and most of my friends left the area.
Matt
