Things to Do with Kids in Essex, CT

  • 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.
  • 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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Fishing 9 West Road, Niantic, CT 6357 MoreLess Info
With inshore and offshore trips to choose from, Osprey Sport Fishing Charters offers a fishing experience in a 38 foot pontoon boat. During the trip, visitors have the opportunity to catch a trophy fish, like Striped Bass and shark.
11.4 Miles
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Marinas 17 Smith Avenue, Niantic, CT 6357 MoreLess Info
As a marina, Port Niantic Inc provides visitors with direct access to Niantic River for their boats. It has a picnic area for visitors docking their boats at the marina.
12.0 Miles
62% 13 votes
Fishing 11 East Main Street, Niantic, CT 06357 MoreLess Info
At Black Hawk Fishing Boat, visitors can take a cruise out to the ocean to fish for sea bass and porgy. The crew is quick to help with getting visitors rigged, working out tangles, and providing other assistance.
12.0 Miles
100% 3 votes
Fishing 9 First Street, Waterford, CT 06257 MoreLess Info
As a family operated business, Dot-E-Dee Sportfishing Charters takes visitors on deep sea fishing trips on a 36' Harris Sport boat. Visitors have the opportunity to catch shark, striper, porgies, and tuna.
12.0 Miles
60% 5 votes
Fishing 16 E Main, Niantic, CT 06357 MoreLess Info
Lead by a fishing captain with over 30 years of experience, Black Hawk Open Fishing Boat offers guests the opportunity to take guided fishing trips. In addition to fishing, other tour services include fireworks, sunset, and nature cruises.
12.1 Miles
67% 3 votes
Fishing 12 River Street, Waterford, CT 06385 MoreLess Info
The Mijoy 747 is an 85 foot fishing ship used for private deep sea fishing charters. The ship is outfitted with up-to-date electronics and equipment and features an experienced crew open to answering any questions customers may have.
12.1 Miles
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Marinas 12 River Street, Waterford, CT 6385 MoreLess Info
Located on the Niantic River, Niantic Bay Marina Boat Valet is a marina offering a number of amenities for boat owners to enjoy. Indoor rack storage for boats, a repair facility, and a marine store are among the amenities available.
12.2 Miles
82% 34 votes
Beaches East Lyme, CT MoreLess Info
Locals and residents love spending time at McCook Beach & Park in East Lyme, Connecticut. An inexpensive pass is required for entrance. The park contains two beaches, shady picnic areas and plenty of verdant open spaces.
12.2 Miles
100% 3 votes
Fishing 12 River Street, Waterford, CT 06385 MoreLess Info
Hosted on an 85-foot long aluminum fishing vessel, Mijoy 747 Deep Sea Fishing is a business offering fishing trips to those who visit. Guests on the fishing vessel commonly enjoy deep sea fishing, sightseeing, and relaxing on the water.
12.2 Miles
50% 2 votes
Fishing 15 1st Street, Waterford, CT 06385 MoreLess Info
As a family run operation, Sunbeam Fleet takes visitors on small group excursions on a party boat. Each trip targets a specific fish; either sea bass, porgy, bottom fish, or black fish.
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