Groton travel guide
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You're Going to Love Groton
With a population of 10,389, Groton is a must-see destination in Connecticut, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Groton deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Groton
If you’re looking for affordable options, Mix Rooftop & Bar at Sift (5 Water St) and Fisherman Restaurant (937 Groton Long Point Rd) are great picks.
When to visit Groton
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Groton in July, when the average temperature is 69.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 21.2 °F, with an average temperature of 30.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in April, when precipitation is around 4.4″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Groton, with an average rainfall of 2.9″.
How to Get to Groton
Plane
Although Groton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Block Island (BID), which is located 29 miles from Groton. Tweed-New Haven is the most popular, with regular flights from Avelo Airlines, Breeze Airways, Azul and other airlines departing from the United States.
Car
Another option to get to Groton is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 108 miles from Groton. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Hertz, among others, in New York.
Airlines serving Groton
Where to stay in Groton
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn Groton and Baymont by Wyndham Groton/Mystic.
Where to stay in popular areas of Groton
Most booked hotels in Groton
Renting a car in Groton
Renting a car in Groton costs $77 per day, on average, or $153 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
Expect to pay $3.71 per gallon in Groton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $44.52 and $59.36. Intermediate (Honda CR-V or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Groton, while also 65% cheaper than other types, on average.