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The historic villages of Essex (Centerbrook, Essex & Ivroyton) situated on the west bank of the Connecticut River offer Art, Antiques, Boutiques, Fine Shops, Museums, Marinas, Inns, and Restaurants.

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Connecticut River Museum

Housed in an 1878 Steamboat Dock warehouse located on the waterfront, the museum tells the Connecticut River Valley story in four galleries, with a working reproduction of the American Turtle, America?

Essex, CT Museums

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


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

Pratt House (c.1732)

Historic house built in sections throughout the 18

Essex, CT Historic Homes

Things to do near Essex, CT

Ramada Inn at Bradley International Airport

148 units (one suite with Jacuzzi), rest., lounge, TV, I & O pools, fitness center; airport shuttle service....

Merrywood B&B

Gracious Colonial revival in private setting with gardens, furnished with period antiques. Three rooms (one suite), private b...

Chamard Vineyards

Spreads across 40 acres along the southern Connecticut coast. Visit the classic New England-design winery and tour the state-...

Holcomb Farm Learning Centers

Built in the early 1700s where the Holcomb family produced cider, wood, milk and tobacco. Currently houses a learning center ...

Homewood Suites by Hilton

132 apt.-style suites with kitchen, TV, pets; exercise room, O pool, O whirlpool, sports court. Airport van service....