Top Things to do in Uncasville
Top 10 Things to do in Uncasville, United States
Discover the best top things to do in Uncasville, United States including The Submarine Force Museum, Mohegan Sun Arena, The Dinosaur Place at Nature's Art Village, Holmberg Orchards & Winery, Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center, Harkness Memorial State Park, The Book Barn, Maugle Sierra Vineyards, Mohegan Sun, Bluff Point State Park.
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1. The Submarine Force Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 749 reviews
The home of the world's first nuclear submarine has several other exhibits on the history of submarines.
Reviewed By mclemons - Blacksburg, Virginia
I visited this museum during the summer of 2017. It was a great experience. First, you enter the museum area which has a lot of naval information, including history and information about our current US Navy. I am a Navy veteran myself, so this was very nostalgic.
As you make your way through the museum, you eventually come to the doorway that leads you the the USS Nautilus; a floating museum inside the first commissioned nuclear powered sub in the US Navy.
The walkways throughout the inside of the submarine are tight, which is to be expected. You travel along a predetermined route. There are also audio tours available for those interested.
In my opinion, this is a great experience for all ages. It's a must-see if you are visiting the area. The one word of caution I have is if you are concerned at all with tight spaces or tight stairwells, the submarine aspect may be one to skip. It does get a little tight in areas.
2. Mohegan Sun Arena
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 673 reviews
Mohegan Sun Arena is now ranked consistently among the top venues in the world according to Billboard Magazine, Pollstar and Venues Today. It has won "Casino of The Year" at the Country Music Awards in 2008 & 2010 and in 2013, was voted "Arena Of The Year" at the G2E Global Gaming Conference in Las Vegas. Also in 2013, Mohegan Sun won "Casino of The Year" in 2 categories at the Academy of Country Music Awards. For more information on concerts and other great events visit Mohegan Sun.
Reviewed By TheGreekInCT - Southington, Connecticut
We had to check a bag of stuff we bought when we arrived. The only issue was that where we checked it and where we had to go find it was two different places. They really should have mentioned that when they required the bag check. It was free.
3. The Dinosaur Place at Nature's Art Village
Overall Ratings
4 based on 211 reviews
Fun Family Activities Encounter over 40 life-sized dinosaurs on our 1.5 miles of Dinosaur Trails in our unique dinosaur park, monkey around at Monty's Playground, get lost in our A"Maze"asaurus, and cool off at the Splashpad (New England's largest zero-depth water playground)! If you get hungry, fill up at Monty's Munchies or grab a sweet treat at the Ice Cream Shop. Whether it is an outing with the family, or your child's birthday there are fun family activities for every age.
Reviewed By mn984 - Lebanon, Connecticut
It is somewhat pricey but the grounds are well kept and interesting. we took our 3 year old twin grand children and had fun. Would be better if they were a little older. I think there should be a reduced rate for kids 7 and younger.
4. Holmberg Orchards & Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By glitterqueen1975 - Tiverton, Rhode Island
This is a fun little vineyard that we have been visiting for several years now. Staff is very friendly and they offer sparkling hard ciders, several white wines and fruit wines that are crisp, clean and surprisingly sophisticated. Love all the fruit flavors.
The wine list consists of: Pinot Blanc, Bartlett Pear, Bubbly Blanc, Heirloom Apple, Thamesview White, Harmony Peach, Apple Cranberry, Macintosh Hard Cider and Cortland Hard Cider.
After the tasting be sure to stop at the market. Amazing produce and baked goods!!
5. Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 365 reviews
The Pequot Museum, located in an ancient cedar forest minutes away from Foxwoods Resort Casino, is the largest Native American museum of its kind in the world.
Reviewed By ChanEvan - Memphis, Tennessee
Boston Friends took me to the incredible Pequot Indian Museum in Mashantucket, one hour away. One Friend was descended from the Native American Nation of the Nipmuc, indigenous to Central Massachusetts.
I have never experienced anything like the intricate detailed history & the lifestyles portrayed in the elaborate exhibits. I found parts of the Pequot’s journey to be difficult & sad, & the Pequot War & Massacre of 1636-38 to be most upsetting.
Immersed in this fascinating experience for 4 hours, I was not ready to leave @ Closing time. I have shared the many photos I took with others who enjoyed them.
The Museum is excellent for all ages. Please do not miss it.
6. Harkness Memorial State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 152 reviews
This 1906 Roman Renaissance Classical Revival-style mansion belonged to philanthropist Edward Harkness.
Reviewed By LFS517 - Lakewood, Colorado
Even though it was late summer, there were still some nice flowers in the gardens. We enjoyed walking around the gardens and peeking in the mansion windows.
7. The Book Barn
Overall Ratings
5 based on 191 reviews
Reviewed By Brian G - Middletown, Connecticut
This store has 10,000's of books on numerous subjects, distributed throughout at least three different locations in Niantic. You can find many obscure titles here. Prices are very reasonable, and books are in good condition. If you want to take your old books to a place besides your local town dump, perhaps you should consider trading them in here. Brian Ghilliotti
8. Maugle Sierra Vineyards
Overall Ratings
4 based on 108 reviews
Savor a taste of Coastal New England wine in the Heart of Casino Country. Maugle Sierra Vineyards specializes in St. Croix, Marquette and St. Pepin wines, wine grapes and handcrafted wines. Meet up with Friends, Fine Wines and Enjoy beautiful Sunsets overlooking the vineyards. Live music 6 - 9 PM Friday evenings and 3 - 6 PM Sunday afternoons... The vineyard is located in Ledyard - Just minutes from Mohegan Sun, Foxwoods' MGM Grand and Mystic Seaport & Village. We are open Friday - Sunday year-round. Be sure to try one of their wines like the "St. Croix", the "Que Sera, Syrah" or the mouthwatering "Rendezvous". Taste six had crafted wines for just $12!
Reviewed By peytonstorm - Richmond, Rhode Island
One year after my last review of Maugle Sierra. My wife and I tried another tasting with another couple. The wine was not very good! The St. Croix tasted like vinegar! I asked the woman doing our tasting if it was just a bad bottle. She agreed and said she would tell the wine maker. My question is why serve it?? The only wine we really liked was the Cab Franc. The tasting room is very nice and the grounds are nice, but the wine has a long way to go. Tasting fees and wine prices are too much!
9. Mohegan Sun
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1 reviews
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to three unique casinos, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 75 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country.
Reviewed By Tikimom17 - Manchester, New Hampshire
Saw a show at MS. We had floor seats. Great view. The first balcony would be OK but the 2nd level is very high and looked steep. It would have been very disorienting for me. Be aware when buying tickets. Attendants were all very pleasant and accommodating.
10. Bluff Point State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 166 reviews
Reviewed By EllenBread
Wide dirt-gravel pathway makes this a great location for a winter walk or light hike along the shoreline. The walk takes you out to Bluff Point with views of Long Island Sound and Ledge Lighthouse. Very large parking lot. The road into the park from the railroad where the pavement ends is full of very deep pot-holes that requires careful, slow navigation.
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