- 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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370 Beach Road, Fairfield, CT 06824
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Discover the fascinating history of Fairfield, Connecticut at the Fairfield Museum & History Center. The museum includes indoor exhibits, beautiful outdoor gardens, an art gallery and a library. Tours are available.
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Fairfield University, 1073 N Benson Road, Fairfield, CT 06824
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As a performing arts facility, Quick Center for the Arts features a theater that hosts plays, lectures, symphonies, musicals, and more. The center also houses a gallery with artwork from both local and nationally recognized artists.
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Fairfield University's Barone Campus Center has been in operation since 1966, and features amenities including a large multipurpose room, dining halls, a mail room, a game room, the campus bookstore, and a variety of lounges.
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Coram Country Lanes is a family friendly bowling center. The center features bowling for leagues and casual play as well as Cosmic Bowling nights, a pro shop and a full service snack bar.
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581 Weekeepeemee Road, Woodbury, CT 6798
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Another Farm provides horseback riding lessons and features several miles of trails for outdoor and indoor riding. The farm features a variety of horses and disciplines that include eventing, hunter & jumper, dressage, and pleasure riding.
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Narrangansett's Salty Brine State Beach is maintained by the Rhode Island Divison of Parks & Recreation. It features a huge public pavillion that covers almost 3,000 feet; it is used for many concerts and press conferences.
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41 Dwight Street, Fairfield, CT 6824
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Sound Fishing Charters Snow Goose 2 is a party boat and fishing charter vessel that can accommodate groups of as many as 35 passengers at a time. The company leads fishing trips along the Southern Connecticut coast.
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Galilee
Intersection of Great Island Rd. and Galilee Escape Rd., Narragansett, RI
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Beautiful, serene Galilee, Rhode Island is a favorite spot for those who prefer a quiet beach experience. It is especially popular among anglers, rowboaters, kayak enthusiasts and others who simply want to relax and rejuvenate away from the hustle and bustle of other nearby beaches.
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At the Jerram Winery in New Hartford, Connecticut, tastings are available on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Visitors may purchase bottles of wine at the winery's shop and receive a 10 percent discount on every case.
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Featuring extreme bowling with lights and music, Nutmeg Bowl regularly offers special events and activities. This includes country nights, ladies nights, bumper programs and a Sunday morning breakfast & bowl.