Old Saybrook

Old Saybrook is a city of 10,000 people (2020) in Connecticut at the mouth of the Connecticut River. Families and tourists enjoy Old Saybrook's beaches, the high quality of restaurants, and the peaceful and serene atmosphere. Many people travel from all over in their high class boats which they dock at the marina next to the ocean. Old Saybrook is where the Connecticut River meets Long Island Sound.



Get in
Old Saybrook is on the west side of the mouth of the Connecticut River, 45 miles from Hartford, 101 miles from New York, and 105 miles from Boston.

By plane

 * Groton-New London Airport, 155 Tower Ave., Groton, . It takes about 30 minutes 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.,.
 * 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 located off Interstate 95 at Exit 68. Old Saybrook is about 1 hour and 15 minutes to 1 hour and 45 minutes from Providence and 2 hours and 15 minutes from New York.

Get around

 * Old Saybrook is part of the 9 Transit Service which serves the Estuary Transit District. It has regular service M-Sa and can be called for personalized service..

See

 * 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.

Do
Whether one desires to take a relaxing stroll on the beach, tour the ocean with a serene boat ride, take a look at fascinating antiques and even go shopping, Old Saybrook is perfect for an entertaining and memorable experience.



Buy

 * Essex-Saybrook Antiques Village, on Rt. 154; 345 Middlesex turnpike, +1 860-388-0689. Opened daily from 11AM-5PM. Enjoy this 120-dealer group shop featuring a complete collection of antiques & collectibles.
 * Van's Elegant Antiques, 998 Middlesex Turnpike, +1 860-388-1934
 * Van's Elegant Antiques, 998 Middlesex Turnpike, +1 860-388-1934
 * Van's Elegant Antiques, 998 Middlesex Turnpike, +1 860-388-1934

Eat
Old Saybrook offers many different selections of restaurants and types of food. One can enjoy eating on the water or in town. Old Saybrook provides outstanding fresh seafood, Italian, and more.



Drink
Bars are very popular in this area. If you want to enjoy a cocktail with a friend or just sit and relax with a tasty drink, here are some places recommended in Old Saybrook.



Connect

 * Old Saybrook Town Hall 302 Main Street. Phone: +1 860-395-3123. Hours: M – F 8:30AM – 4:30PM