Things to Do with Kids in Essex, CT

  • TripBuzz found 242 things to do with kids in or near Essex, Connecticut, including 235 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Groton, Mystic, New London and Waterford.
  • From Essex Steam Train & Riverboat to Connecticut River Museum, the Essex area offers 115 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, National & State Parks, Parks and Historic Homes.
  • The town of Essex is positioned in Middlesex County, Connecticut. This lightly populated area, covering 12 square miles, is made up of three separate villages. The town is home to seven National Historic Sites and is host to an array of festivals and parades. This family-filled town is a historic wonder filled with exquisite architecture on the coast of the nearby Connecticut river.
  • TripBuzz found 242 things to do with kids in or near Essex, Connecticut, including 235 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Groton, Mystic, New London and Waterford.
  • From Essex Steam Train & Riverboat to Connecticut River Museum, the Essex area offers 115 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, National & State Parks, Parks and Historic Homes.
  • The town of Essex is positioned in Middlesex County, Connecticut. This lightly populated area, covering 12 square miles, is made up of three separate villages. The town is home to seven National Historic Sites and is host to an array of festivals and parades. This family-filled town is a historic wonder filled with exquisite architecture on the coast of the nearby Connecticut river.
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32.7 Miles
67% 30 votes
Movie Theaters 118 E Main Street, Riverhead, NY MoreLess Info
With its lit marquee and classic dinner theatre feel, Suffolk Theater takes patrons back to an earlier era of entertainment. The art deco theater, which opened in 1933, offers a wide selection of shows throughout the year that include musical performances, fundraisers, swing dances, comedy nights and private ev…
32.7 Miles
57% 7 votes
Mini Golf 2060 West Street, Southington, CT 06489 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1981, Hidden Valley is a mini-golf and entertainment complex offering a number of attractions for its guests to enjoy. In addition to an 18-hole mini-golf course, batting cages, birthday party hosting, and a patio grill are also available.
32.7 Miles
50% 2 votes
Specialty Museums Railroad Avenue, Riverhead, NY 11901 MoreLess Info
The Railroad Museum of Long Island is a historic museum that displays artifacts such as the '#200', which is the world's first aluminum double decker passenger car. The museum has a visitor's center and a gift shop.
32.8 Miles
95% 504 votes
Parks Prospect Ave., Hartford, CT 06106 MoreLess Info
Hartford's Elizabeth Park is a free park with luxurious formal gardens maintained by volunteers. Parking is also free. Elizabeth Park is open to leashed dogs, and owners must clean up after pets.
32.8 Miles
68% 19 votes
Bowling 96 Main Street, Riverhead, NY 11901 MoreLess Info
All Star Bowling is a bowling alley and arcade. Attractions include bowling, arcade games, pool tables, and an in house restaurant. The bowling alley also hosts multiple bowling leagues aimed at different ages, genders, and skill levels.
32.8 Miles
17% 6 votes
Science Museums 11 West Main Street, Riverhead, NY MoreLess Info
Dedicated to fostering love for and appreciation of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, the Long Island Science Center features a variety of interactive exhibits and activities for kids. The center also hosts summer camps.
32.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Festivals Vail-Leavitt Music Hall, 18 Peconic Avenue, Riverhead, NY 11901 MoreLess Info
Taking place along the river near the Vail-Leavitt Music Hall, the Riverhead Blues Festival is a day of live musical entertainment from new and old groups all over the country.
32.9 Miles
33% 6 votes
Bowling 1717 Boston Post Road, Milford, CT 06460 MoreLess Info
At AMF Milford Lanes, guests can enjoy both its traditional bowling and special midnight bowling experiences. The location also hosts birthday parties and bowling leagues for those who wish to play on a regular basis.
32.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 55 Columbus Avenue, Riverhead, NY 11901 MoreLess Info
Milton L Burns Park is a county park that features wood carvings, benches, a bandshell, and tables for checkers and chess. There is also an area for paddle boat running.
33.0 Miles
67% 15 votes
Children's Play Area 1074 Pulaski St, Riverhead, NY 11901 MoreLess Info
A children's entertainment center, Safari Adventure has a four level playground and an interactive trading post where prizes can be redeemed. It includes over 30 arcade games, bounce houses, climbing nets and skill games.
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