Essex, Connecticut

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 (M...
Essex Steam Train & Riverboat Ride

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Historic Villages of Essex

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

Essex, CT Historic Districts

RiverQuest

Experience the Connecticut River aboard RiverQuest. 90

Essex, CT Cruises

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

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

Connecticut Trolley Museum

Three-mile round trip ride on antique trolleys. Tour the Visitor's Center display and stationary trolleys. Gift shop, deli an...

Talcott House B&B

1890 waterfront home with long great room containing two fireplaces. Four oceanview guest rooms decorated with antiques, priv...

RiverQuest

Experience the Connecticut River aboard RiverQuest. 90-minute daytime cruise Essex Harbor and the lower Connecticut River, ea...

Golf Club Of Avon -Blue/Red

Course Access: PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...

Airways Golf Course & Country Club

Course Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days...