Lyme, Town center in New London County, Connecticut
Description
Lyme is a town in New London County located on the eastern bank of the Connecticut River. The area combines residential neighborhoods with protected natural spaces and working landscapes throughout its territory.
History
The Connecticut General Court established Lyme in 1667, naming it after Lyme Regis, a coastal settlement in southern England. This naming choice reflected the early connections between English colonists in the region.
Culture
The town maintains strong educational ties through the Lyme-Old Lyme Public Schools system, serving students from preschool through high school.
Practical
Visitors can find town services and information at Lyme Town Hall in the center of town. The area provides easy access to several protected natural areas with trails for outdoor recreation.
Did you know?
The Eightmile River flowing through town holds federal designation as a Wild and Scenic River. This protection preserves the river and surrounding environment from development while maintaining its natural character.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region).
Gillette Castle State Park
7.3 kmValley Railroad
7.1 km
Florence Griswold Museum
8.5 km
Raymond E. Baldwin Bridge
9 km
Connecticut River Museum
6.1 km
Essex Steam Train & Riverboat
7.2 km
Hadlyme North Historic District
5.8 km
Nehantic State Forest
7.7 km
Becket Hill State Park Reserve
5.2 km
Doris
4 km
Villa Bella Vista
7.6 km
Pratt House
5.9 km
First Baptist Church of Essex, Connecticut
6.1 km
Parker House
8.8 km
Deep River Town Hall
7.4 km
Working Girls' Vacation Society Historic District
6 km
Hill's Academy
6.3 km
Peck Tavern
8 km
John Whittlesey Jr. House
9.7 km
Springbank
7.7 km
Dr. Ambrose Pratt House
8 km
Jedidiah Dudley House
9.7 km
Old Town Hall
8.6 km
Jonathan Warner House
7.8 km
Hamburg Bridge Historic District
771 m
Simon Tiffany House
6.2 km
Ivoryton Playhouse
9.6 km
Ivoryton Library Association
9.5 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes