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

RiverQuest

Experience the Connecticut River aboard RiverQuest. 90

Essex, CT Cruises

Becky Thatcher

Essex, CT Cruises

Historic Villages of Essex

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

Essex, CT Historic Districts

Things to do near Essex, CT

Red Roof Inn

108 units, TV, pets....

Stratton Brook

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General Mansfield House

Built in 1810, Federal-style home with museum exhibits including decorative arts and Civil War artifacts....

Hartford Golf Club -Red/Blue

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

RiverQuest

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