Essex, Connecticut

Becky Thatcher
Includes hour-long cruise aboard the Becky Thatcher to enjoy the view of the Connecticut River shoreline. Passengers change from steam train to riverboat at Deep River Landing....
Becky Thatcher
RiverQuest
Experience the Connecticut River aboard RiverQuest. 90-minute daytime cruise Essex Harbor and the lower Connecticut River, eagle cruises, and educational expeditions available....
RiverQuest

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

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

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

Things to do near Essex, CT

Edmondson's Farm

Operating farm with greenhouses and gardens, over 150 varieties of herbs, country gift and florist shops; pick-your-own raspb...

Hartford Golf Club -Red/Blue

Course Access: PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 2 days...

Chippanee Golf Club

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

Underground Canoe Trips

Lost Park River was buried under Hartford as part of a flood-control project. The tunnels are miles long and spacious. Guided...

Copernican Observatory & Planetarium

One of the largest public telescopes in U.S. Special programs throughout the year....