- 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
Showing 481-490 of
1033
29.3 Miles
100%
2 votes
158 Main Street, East Hampton, NY 11937
MoreLess Info
A museum and theater, the Guild Hall of East Hampton Inc features a wide variety of performances and exhibitions. The facility hosts films, plays, lectures, concerts, and an array of art displays.
29.3 Miles
100%
2 votes
158 Main Street, East Hampton, NY 11937
MoreLess Info
The John Drew Theater of Guild Hall was established in 1931 and features digitized lighting controls, motorized rigging lighting, and technical booths. The theater is octagonal shaped and has a tent-like blue and white striped ceiling.
29.4 Miles
Housed in a structure believed to be built in the 1720's by English settlers, the Home Sweet Home museum depicts life in the mid 18th century. The museum offers tours through the home, which includes period correct furnishings.
29.4 Miles
83%
6 votes
177 Hartford Road, Manchester, CT 06040
MoreLess Info
A non-profit regional arts and cultural center, the Little Theatre of Manchester at Cheney Hall features a diverse line-up of events. It hosts main stage productions, play readings, art exhibits, a lunchtime lecture series, and community programs.
29.4 Miles
-
0 votes
30 Hood Ter, West Haven, CT 6516
MoreLess Info
West Haven Veterans Museum & Learning Center collects and preserves artifacts that reflect how soldiers lived and survived during conflict. The collection includes weaponry, uniforms, and equipment used to support the troops from the American Revolution to the present.
29.4 Miles
-
0 votes
230 Pine Street, Manchester, CT 6040
MoreLess Info
Connecticut Firemen's Historical Society is housed in a retired 1901 fire station that showcases a working Gamewell Fire Alarm System as well as examples of early American craftsmanship related to firefighting such as glassware, lighting, leather making, photography and textiles.
29.4 Miles
Owned by the town of Newington, the Kellogg-Eddy House & Museum is a historical museum that celebrates the heritage of the town. The museum preserves and displays the areas documents, photographs and artifacts.
29.4 Miles
Veterans Memorial Park is a youth sports complex that hosts a variety of sports. The park includes a main field for football, soccer, and lacrosse along with grass practice fields and outdoor basketball courts.
29.5 Miles
489
New Britain Museum of American Art
SPECIAL GROUPON DEAL: Up to 50% Off Admission at New Britain Museum of American Art
56 Lexington St., New Britain, CT
MoreLess Info
Art lovers and history buffs always enjoy visiting the New Britain Museum of American Art in New Britain, Connecticut. This spacious museum owns impressive collections of paintings, drawings, sculptures and other creations made by American artists.
29.5 Miles
63%
24 votes
1793 Northville Tpke., Riverhead, NY 11901
MoreLess Info
Built in 1999, Long Island National Golf Club features a par 71 course through rolling hills, and windswept fairways and greens. Challenge yourself and book your tee-time for a round today.