- 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 Hera Cooperative Gallery features art from a wide array of mediums and styles by a variety of talented artists. Founded in 1974, it is also an historical place as one of the earliest women's cooperative galleries.
47.3 Miles
A full service marina, Ram Point Marina offers a variety of services, including storage for boats (both wet and dry), power washing and polishing, fueling services, painting, hauling, and repairs.
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The services of Seven B's V are based on the 80 foot custom Lydia fishing yacht. Fishing excursions are held daily from the Port of Galilee, but the vessel can also be rented for private charters.
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The Litchfield County Paddler is a stand up paddle board school that offers lessons on the waters of Connecticut's Northwest Corner. The company has private lessons, semi-private classes, and advanced programs.
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3 votes
1011 Point Judith Road, Narragansett, RI 02882
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Open to RV and tent camping, Fisherman's Memorial Monument offers a camping experience with panoramic views of the sea and a lighthouse. The monument on the grounds is dedicated to those who lost their lives at sea.
47.6 Miles
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50 votes
1011 Point Judith Road, Narragansett, RI 2882
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One of Rhode Island's top camping spots is Fisherman's Memorial State Park & Campground in Narrangansett. This full-featured park includes a dumping station, bathrooms, elevated viewing decks, a land-line telephone and plentiful fire pits.
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Locally-produced beers are the speciality at Whaler's Brewing Company. Flagship beers like Hazelnut Cream Stout and American Strong Ale are guest favorites. Open Friday through Sunday, and samples are available.
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Sasco Hill beach is a beautiful beach offering privacy and a quiet atmosphere as well as many amenities such as picnicking, kayaking, sailing and birdwatching. The beach also features BBQ grills, an adjacent golf course and views of the harbor.
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The City of Kingstown is served by The Neighborhood Guild as a center for community events, programs, and information. The guild sponsors fitness classes and programs in the recreation center, and coordinates a variety of community functions.