Connecticut River Museum

This is a great museum and Essex is an awesome little town to visit. With a salty New England charm this patriotic community oozes red white and blue. Grab some ice cream and walk down to the dock at the museum and feed the ducks... chances are someone will be by with a golden lab or some other well bred dog to frolic in the water.

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Essex Steam Train

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You can spend time exploring the galleries in Essex Steam Train during your travels in Essex Village. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park

Enjoy an outing to Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park during your stay in Centerbrook. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

Florence Griswold Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Florence Griswold Museum during your travels in Old Lyme. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Hattitudes

Enjoy an outing to Hattitudes during your stay in Essex Village. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Essex Island Marina

Explore the waterfront in Essex Village with a trip to Essex Island Marina. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Pratt House

You can learn about the history of Essex Village with a trip to Pratt House. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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