I've been a passenger on the Thimble Island Cruises many times over the years, but this time was…read moreespecially important as my 88 year old dad is moving away from CT to live near me in California! We couldn't miss the opportunity to take one more ride around the Thimble Islands, and the cruise did not disappoint! Our narrator was funny and pleasant, and the snacks and cold drinks were perfect. we got a nice table inside to stay cool, and it's a ride I'll always remember! Thank you Thimble Islands Cruise!

Great tour! It was a beautiful day, wonderful information and beautiful scenery. Delightful trip!…read moreBeautiful area. Easy parking in the Church lot with a donation. Nice thing to do on a great day! We had young kids on the trip. Didn't get much out of the narrative but they were excited to be on a boat ride.

9/25/21 The Guilford Town Marina holds very special childhood memories for me, as my dad would…read moresometimes take the family here on one of those "Sunday drives", that so many of us knew in the '50's & early '60's, in our 1949 Dodge Falkner Island is a scant 4 miles from here, but visitors are highly discouraged from setting foot on it as it's a designated nature preserve. There is a long abandoned small red "cottage" just across the West River from the marina that is a favorite subject of artists and photographers. I came today to bask in the warm early Autumn sun & air and to relive some of those great childhood memories. it's even quite beautiful and popular in the winter months as well. Come down here, if you haven't already. You'll be addicted to this spot as I am, and return again and again.

Not only is the Guilford Town Marina home port to many boats and yachts for fishing and pleasure,…read moreit is also one of the best places in town to watch the sunrise and sunset. Personally I recommend getting lunch at the Guilford Lobster Pound, located here (of course you have to get a warm CT-style lobster roll!) Another pro move is to stop at Ashley's to bring a hot fudge sundae down to the Guilford Town Marina for a sweet treat whilst watching the sunset. Bring your camera for glimpses of nature's beauty in all weather and all seasons!

What a day! What a very good day! My friend Migdalia was visiting from Colorado, and I wanted to…read moreplan something fun for us to do. I have lived in CT all my life but have never been to the Thimble Islands. This tour was perfect. First of all, Marie was a dream to work with. It was easy to reserve, and she gave good instructions for GPS directions and where to park. Eileen was the master tour guide. She was helpful, fun and informative. She went at a relaxed pace so we can take in the sites and of course take photos. We listed to her stories and learned so much about the Thimble Islands. This area is so beautiful. It was hard to believe we were still in CT. I would highly recommend this tour and plan to go back again!!!!

Had a great day with Eileen paddling the Thimble Islands! It was an awesome experience. Loved…read morelearning the history and paddling with the group. Thank you!

Destination resort marina. Formerly a Brewers yard. Excellent repairs and family paradise with pool…read moreand restaurant.

This is a good, clean facility that is kept up well. But bear in mind that this is a corporate…read moremarina. If all is well, the place is great, but if you have any issues, management is very unresponsive. In early June it became apparent that mechanical issues will keep my boat out of the water this season. I immediately spoke with the member service specialist, asking whether it's possible to get a partial refund or credit towards next season. I was told management needed to sign off on this but "it's looking good". After repeated followups, I was told in mid-July that nothing could be done and they're keeping my money. This is not customer service, they'll never see another dime from us.

We had an amazing experience at Quinnipiac River Marina! Lisa provided exceptional customer service…read morefrom the moment we arrived. We had a stressful experience on our way there, but her warm personality, kindness, and positive attitude completely turned our day around. She is incredibly knowledgeable about the history of the area and made the entire experience both relaxing and enjoyable. You can tell she truly loves what she does and cares about her guests. Thank you, Lisa, for making our Fourth of July so memorable! We will definitely be back--not only to kayak again, but just to say hello. I highly recommend this place, and if you're lucky enough to have Lisa helping you, you're in for a wonderful experience.

Lisa made the rental seamless, and gave us peace of mind with thorough instructions, and backup…read moresafety systems (which were not used / needed, but great to have). It was an incredible experience! Would recommend to anyone who enjoys nature generally, and birding in particular. Looking forward to returning to see the landscape in a different season. Thank you Quinnipiac River Marina!

My mom, husband, and I wanted to go on an impromptu sailing charter and we were so lucky that Eric…read morewas available to take us for a tour to The Thimble Islands on his beautiful boat. Eric is a wonderful host and tremendous human being. He made us all beautiful espressos and let us use his glorious boat hammock. It was a truly memorable day and can't wait to do it again soon!

We sailed in Branford around the Thimbles for my husband's 70th with our children. It was nothing…read moreshort of fabulous! I highly recommend Eric and his magic sailboat. Clean, safe and just great. Will do this again and again. Maria

A fun summer activity in Branford!…read more The online ticket ordering process was really easy. It was much better than having to buy tickets in person. The islands are really beautiful!! They are all unique. I wish I could afford to live on them! My only real critique is that I would love more signage to point towards the boat and boarding area. I got confused walking there.

Very pleasurable and informative. Weather was fantastic which made the experience even more…read moreenjoyable. Our boat captain was great. He had so much knowledge about the islands because he grew up there. Loved the small boat because it was intimate with a limited amount of seats. Great trip!!!

Carefree is the perfect solution for busy two-career families who want to boat but don't have the…read moretime or wherewithal to maintain one. It's essentially "Zipcars" for boats- you take the boat out, have fun, and hand back the keys when you're done. Carefree also removes all the barriers to entry into a boating lifestyle. The conscientious and courteous staff helped us get licensed, trained us, and they keep us up to date on the tides and weather conditions. Best of all, it is affordable. I'm so glad we joined; I just wish we had known about Carefree last summer!

From the owner: Carefree Boat Club is your ultimate alternative to buying a boat. Boating off the Connecticut…read moreshoreline has never been easier. With a membership to our exclusive club, you don't have to worry about maintenance, trailering, moorage, usage fees, insurance, covering or even cleaning. You have unlimited access to not just one boat but our entire fleet of boats, from our locations, plus 50 clubs nationwide, and free on the water safety training is also included. Carefree Boat Club strives to provide our customers an affordable boating experience that is fun, easy, safe, and hassle-free through professional boat safety training, quality maintenance, excellent customer service, and unsurpassed industry knowledge. Whether you are interested in Fishing, Water Sports, or just cruising Long Island Sound we have the right boat for you. Unlike a boat timeshare, our membership plans grant you unlimited usage of not just one boat, but many types of boats.

Excellent staff and grounds. Yacht Club open to transient vessels. Beautiful wedding venue.read more

Had my daughter's Bridal shower here and the place is just beautiful! Everything worked out…read moreperfectly, and you don't need to be a member.

We had a great experience on the boat this past weekend! Our captain was friendly and informative,…read moreand we never felt rushed. We had fun stopping on the Outer Island and seeing the public land there, and learning about the history and homes of the islands. Would recommend for any late afternoon / sunset window!

We were blessed with beautiful weather for the last day of summer and I had to finish my bucket…read morelist with a boat ride. Affordable prices, easy to access, good directions. We were told to try to be there at least 20 minutes early and we were! About 10 people in front of us. I do have motion sickness but I also had some special patches and we were able to get some seats on the top deck. Captain was nice, narration tour proved to be interesting and informative. Not so nice were the people that arrived late and suggested for me to move so " the husband " can seat in the front. Not comfortable and not okay so I denied. It was very annoying to have other people that also arrived late and proceeded to squeeze me and my daughter out of our seats because they really wanted I guess to stay with their friends. More of a party boat than a relaxing atmosphere. Not my cup of tea for that day.