- Our list of the best things to do in Essex, Connecticut, features the top 323 nearby activities — including 141 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Essex, CT has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Entertainment & Shows, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 10 things to do within the city of Essex, CT , followed by 313 popular activities in nearby cities, including Groton, New London, Mystic, Middletown, Wallingford, Greenport, Cutchogue, Waterford, Norwich, Clinton, East Haddam, Branford, Old Saybrook, Sag Harbor, Niantic, Guilford, Mashantucket, Old Lyme, Madison, Westbrook, Meriden, Uncasville, Colchester, East Lyme, Ivoryton, East Hampton, East Haven and Stonington
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The Eastern Point Beach features concession stands, picnic tables, showers, and playgrounds. The beach's shallow water depths make it a suitable location for swimming and visitors can also view three lighthouses from the site.
17.5 Miles
The Fireboat Firefighter Museum documents the history of fireboats and firefighting in New York City. The museum is located in a real working fireboat that operated for over 70 years in New York's harbor before being retired.
17.5 Miles
81%
16 votes
440 - 4th Street, at the LIRR Tracks, Greenport, NY 11944
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Composed of two different facilities, the Railroad Museum of Long Island contains railroad exhibits and model railroad displays. The museum displays historical pictures and memorabilia as well as actual Long Island Railroad cars.
17.5 Miles
Spare Time Bowling offers bowling lanes, a large arcade with a wide variety of video games, laser light shows, and a sports grille on the premises. They also host parties and special events.
17.6 Miles
98%
51 votes
2011 South Main Street, Middletown, CT 06457
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Get a taste for high-flying adventure at Empower Leadership Sports & Adventure in Middletown, Connecticut. The company specializes in zipline tours and wilderness exercises that promote team-building and camaraderie. Individuals, families, groups and corporate clients are welcome.
18.0 Miles
Downeast Lighthouse Cruises offers several short cruise options on a real lobster boat. Attractions include a New London Harbor cruise, Fisher's Island cruise, and a sunset cruise. Downeast Lighthouse Cruises also hosts occasional special events.
18.0 Miles
Located on the grounds of the Drossos Motel, the Drossos Miniature Golf Course is also known as the Tick Tock Miniature Golf Course. In addition to an 18-hole family-friendly course, there is a game room and snack bar with ice cream.
18.1 Miles
Birch Plain Creek Park is a natural wildlife preserve and saltwater wetlands managed by the local community. The park offers multiple hiking paths and is the home of many colorful waterfowl, making it a popular destination for birdwatchers.
18.4 Miles
90%
30 votes
53 E. Industrial Dr, Branford, CT 6405
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Founded in 2010, the Thimble Islands Brewing Company has become a local favorite for quality beers. The brewery offers a wide selection of standard brews, as well as a select few specialty and seasonal labels available only through the brewery.
18.4 Miles
Fishin Factory III is a fishing gear and bait shop that provides equipment like rods, reels, tackle and baits as well as rod and reel repair. They also can issue inland, saltwater, and hunting licenses and permits.