- TripBuzz found 242 things to do with kids in or near Essex, Connecticut, including 235 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Groton, Mystic, New London and Waterford.
- From Essex Steam Train & Riverboat to Connecticut River Museum, the Essex area offers 115 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, National & State Parks, Parks and Historic Homes.
- The town of Essex is positioned in Middlesex County, Connecticut. This lightly populated area, covering 12 square miles, is made up of three separate villages. The town is home to seven National Historic Sites and is host to an array of festivals and parades. This family-filled town is a historic wonder filled with exquisite architecture on the coast of the nearby Connecticut river.
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Visitors can rent bikes, stand-up paddleboards, motor scooters, kayaks, and a variety of beach equipment at Scoot & Paddle. The shop is locally owned and operated and visitors can explore Long Island Sound, marshlands, lakes, roads, and more.
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The Milford Ice Pavilion features a hockey-rink sized skating area, and hosts hockey leagues as well as pick-up hockey games and lessons. The facility also offers figure skating and standard ice skating lessons.
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At Milford Ice Skating Pavilion, visitors can participate in hockey leagues or learn how to skate during a skating lesson. The pavilion has birthday party packages that include a party room and admission to the rink.
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Fisher Meadows is a local public park offering many facilities for its guests to use. Visitors to the park commonly enjoy walking through the scenic trails, spending time near the lake, or playing on one of the many sports fields.
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Featuring hourly rates and open year round, the Milford Tennis Club offers indoor public play with a private atmosphere. The club also offers free parking and during the weekdays, free childcare.
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Penwood State Park offers cross-country skiing and hiking opportunities along its various trails, including a nature trail that was created by the Youth Conservation Corps. The site's facilities include bathrooms, picnic shelters, and picnic tables.
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The mission of Windsor Historical Society the is to inspire public awareness and appreciation of the events that helped shape the community of Windsor. The society offers group tours as well as a number of youth programs.
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Farmington Ave & Walnut Street, Farmington, CT 6085
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The Yodkins-Morin Memorial Park was named for two heroes who tried to save lives during a flood in 1955. The park is a pleasant green area to visit by the nearby flowing river.
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Auer Farm is a private, not for profit education facility dedicated to providing agriculture training and experience for visitors of all ages. The farm hosts and supports local 4-H activities.
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The Shelton Dog park provides a safe location for dog owners to bring their pet for exercise and fun. The park includes fenced in areas for large and small dogs as well as a large amount of shade.