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Essex, Connecticut

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Pratt House (c.1732)

Historic house built in sections throughout the 18

Essex, CT Historic Homes

Essex Steam Train & Riverboat Ride

Ride in 1920's coaches pulled by an authentic steam locomotive. Then, board the river boat Becky Thatcher and cruise along the Connecticut River. Gift shop, snack shop, special events. Dinner train (May-Oct.)

Essex, CT Excursions

Historic Villages of Essex

The historic villages of Essex (Centerbrook, Essex & Ivroyton)

Essex, CT Historic Districts

Griswold Inn

1776 inn with an outstanding art collection, riverboat decor, furnished with antiques. 31 rooms with private bath (14 suites, eight with fireplace)

Essex, CT Lodging


Things to do near Essex, CT

James Gallery & Soda Fountain

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and the Connecticut Freedom Trail, site of James Pharmacy, once operated b...

Livingston Balloon Co.

Hot-air balloon tours including champagne charter flights over the Farmington River Valley, weather permitting. Reservations...

Gillette Castle State Park

Unique fieldstone castle was home to legendary stage actor, William Gillette. The 184 acre park is situated on a hill overloo...

Inn at Middletown

Located on historic Main Street, formally the National Guard Armory. 100 rooms (12 suites), rest., pub, TV, fitness center, I...