Welcome to Niantic, Connecticut! Located on the Long Island Sound, Niantic Bay has plenty of beaches, coastal restaurants, and local shops for the perfect coastal getaway. Choose from one of our four beautiful town beaches to soak up the sun, or one of our many waterfront restaurants to enjoy a delicious meal. Enjoy a walk on our 1.1-mile-long boardwalk that stretches along the bay, or a hike through the shaded Oswegatchie Hills Nature Preserve. There's something for everyone to enjoy on the bay!