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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

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

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

Things to do near Essex, CT

Tradition Golf Club At Windsor, The

Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 5 days...

Great Day Trips to Connecticut's Critical Habitats

Discover the natural places that are vital to sustaining Connecticut wildlife, including amphibians reptiles, mammals, bi...

New Britain Rock Cats

Member of the Eastern League, AA professional baseball; Minnesota Twins affiliate....

Brianna's Guest House

Queen Anne Victorian home located in an historic district. Five rooms (1 suite), some with private bath, TV....

Gazebo Gardens

Over 30 gardens on four acres with unusual rock landscaping. Guided tours, available for special events, most plants in the g...