Essex

Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

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…

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Things to Do in Essex

Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

Griswold Inn

1776 inn with an outstanding art collection, riverboat decor, furnished with antiques. 31 rooms with…

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Stay a little longer.

Rushing through a place rarely does it justice.

Pratt House (c.1732)

Historic house built in sections throughout the 18th-century. Vernacular architecture with period furnishings, herb garden.

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Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

Becky Thatcher

Includes hour-long cruise aboard the Becky Thatcher to enjoy the view of the Connecticut River…

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A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

Historic Villages of Essex

The historic villages of Essex (Centerbrook, Essex & Ivroyton) situated on the west bank of…

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Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

RiverQuest

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

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Find your way.

There's no single right route, just the one that fits you.

Connecticut River Museum

Housed in an 1878 Steamboat Dock warehouse located on the waterfront, the museum tells the…

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