Things to Do in Essex, Ontario

  • Our list of the best things to do in Essex, Ontario, features the top 88 nearby activities — including 38 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Essex, Ontario has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Amusement, Entertainment & Shows, Outdoor Places, and Museums & Galleries.
  • The results below include the top 10 things to do within the city of Essex, Ontario , followed by 79 popular activities in nearby cities, including Detroit, Dearborn, Taylor, Amherstburg, Roseville, Southgate, Warren, Dearborn Heights, Ferndale, Marquette and Eastpointe
  • Our list of the best things to do in Essex, Ontario, features the top 88 nearby activities — including 38 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Essex, Ontario has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Amusement, Entertainment & Shows, Outdoor Places, and Museums & Galleries.
  • The results below include the top 10 things to do within the city of Essex, Ontario , followed by 79 popular activities in nearby cities, including Detroit, Dearborn, Taylor, Amherstburg, Roseville, Southgate, Warren, Dearborn Heights, Ferndale, Marquette and Eastpointe
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15.7 Miles
90% 63 votes
Historic Sites 100 Laird Avenue, Amherstburg, Canada MoreLess Info
The Fort Malden National Historic Site features artifact collections from the War of 1812 and Rebellion of 1837-38. Families enjoy live soldier demonstrations and reenactments, tours, displays as well as seasonal events and festivals.
15.8 Miles
69% 509 votes
Sports Stadiums (Professional) 600 Civic Center Drive, Detroit, MI MoreLess Info
The 20,058 Joe Louis Arena is the largest indoor venue in Detroit. In addition to being the home of the Red Wings of the National Hockey Association, the arena is used for college hockey, concerts, ice shows, and circuses.
15.8 Miles
100% 29 votes
Historic Sites Dalhousie Street, Amherstburg, Canada MoreLess Info
Situated along the Detroit River and Boblo Island, the Amherstburg Navy Yard National Historic Site was once a royal naval dockyard. The park includes historic features and monuments, landscaped gardens and public art.
15.8 Miles
100% 3 votes
Specialty Museums 214 Dalhousie Street | N9V 1W4, Amherstburg, Canada MoreLess Info
The Park House Museum caters to school groups, seniors and the general public. Learn about the history of Amherstburg during the Victorian era in the 1850's through live story telling, hands-on demonstrations and exhibits.
15.8 Miles
- 0 votes
Coffee Shops 144 Boblo Island Blvrd, Amherstburg, Canada MoreLess Info
Captain Bob's Island Icecream & Coffee Cabin is located on Boblo Island. Established by a young 19-year old entrepreneur, the ice-cream and coffee cabin features 12 different icecreams and a variety of coffees and espressos.
15.8 Miles
- 0 votes
Farmers Markets Ramsay Street, Amherstburg, Canada MoreLess Info
First opening in May 2010, the Amherstburg Farmer's Market is a non-profit organization. Local vendors sell their home-grown, baked and wild-caught, bottled and homemade goods to eager consumers every Saturday and Tuesday.
15.8 Miles
- 0 votes
Yoga 238 Dalhousie, Amherstburg, Canada MoreLess Info
Overlooking outdoor water fountains and landscaped gardens, the Rising Sun Yoga and Wellness Studio is located in Amherstburg. Enjoy relaxing yoga and tranquil massage surrounded by beautiful and unique art.
15.9 Miles
83% 6 votes
Train Stations Detroit, MI MoreLess Info
Bricktown is a suburban location that consists of commercial, retail and living spaces. A Detroit People Mover station is located here, and there are restaurants and nightlife opportunities here as well.
15.9 Miles
73% 135 votes
Convention Centers 1 Washington Blvd., Detroit, MI 48226 MoreLess Info
The Cobo Center is a meeting and exhibition facility with many purpose built spaces. It features The Grand Riverview Ballroom which is 40,000 feet in size with extensive lighting and a staging area.
15.9 Miles
40% 421 votes
Casinos 555 East Lafayette, Detroit, MI 48226 MoreLess Info
Greektown Casino is a commercial entity and space which caters for people who like to play games of chance and gamble. There is onsite accommodation available and on-going promotions for regular visitors.
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