- 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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55 Buena Vista Road, West Hartford, CT 06107
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The Cornerstone Aquatics Center is a recreational facility that hosts swimming lessons, group fitness classes, and splash parties. The facility features a lap pool, a multi-purpose pool, and a hydrotherapy pool.
33.5 Miles
The popular Lake Compounce Amusement Park is located in Bristol, Connecticut. It features roller coasters, thrill rides, a large wave pool, a tram, kiddie rides and many other divertisements for guests of all ages.
33.5 Miles
Featuring 500 feet of breath-taking shoreline along the Atlantic Ocean, Cooper's Beach provides swimming, surf, and sand for beach lovers of all ages. Facilities include concessions, a boat launch, surfing area, and lifeguards.
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A National Historic Landmark dating back to the 18th century, the Stanley Whitman House offers a glimpse of life during the colonial era. The restored house and grounds feature museum exhibits while costumed docents provide educational background about the site.
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The Adventure Park at Storrs is an aerial adventure course. High above the ground, bridges of cable, wood, rope, and zip lines connect small platforms built around the trees. Adventure seekers climb along these aerial trails of varying difficulty.
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1201 Boston Post Rd, Ste 1, Milford, CT 06460
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Featuring 14 auditoriums, Connecticut Post 14 + IMAX displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater provides a concession area, a bar and grill, stadium seating, arcade game machines and a private party room.
33.7 Miles
Opened in 1897, Elizabeth Park is situated on 82 acres and features a rose garden, a pond area and open grass fields. The park has walking paths through wooded terrain, basketball and tennis courts, baseball fields and picnic areas.
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Since opening in 1984, the Unionville Museum has displayed historical, cultural and traditional artifacts showcasing the village of Unionville. Past exhibits include 'Celebrating 100 Years of Girl Scouts' and an annual Yuletide celebration.
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The prestigious Miss Porter's School is a girls' secondary school located in Farmington, Connecticut. This exclusive private academy prepares young women to enter college and eventually change the world. It has highly regarded biology and chemistry curricula.
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1738 Ellington Rd, Ste B, South Windsor, CT 6074
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As a designated acting studio, Performing Arts Programs offers educational workshops and lessons that teach students how to sing, dance, and act. These classes often culminate in a production open to family members and friends of the student.