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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43.4 Miles
100% 1 votes
Golf 100 Old Farms Road, Simsbury, CT 6070 MoreLess Info
The Simsbury Farms Recreation Complex is a recreational facility that includes picnic grounds, multiple tennis courts, a golf course, a hockey rink, and a playground. The complex holds occasional concerts during the summer.
43.5 Miles
80% 5 votes
Dog Park 236 Roxbury Road, Southbury, CT 06488 MoreLess Info
Offering plenty of exercise options for both dogs and owners, Southbury Dog Park features 14 acres of both wooded and open play space. The park offers a separate section for smaller dogs and is open year-round.
43.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
River 95 Parsons Road, Enfield, CT 6082 MoreLess Info
Located one the shore of the Connecticut River, the Kings Island Boat Launch offers a scenic spot to embark on a river trip. The boat launch features basic amenities like rest room facilities, and has a nearby hiking trail.
43.5 Miles
- 0 votes
Tennis 522 Heritage Road, Southbury, CT 6488 MoreLess Info
A tennis training facility, TennisMadeSimple offers both group and private tennis lessons for adults and juniors. It also provides camps and clinics along with equipment sales and racquet repair services including stringing and regripping.
43.6 Miles
82% 11 votes
Historic Homes Hollow Road, Woodbury, CT 06798 MoreLess Info
The Glebe House Museum of Woodbury was the birthplace of the Episcopal church in the US. The museum, set in the beautiful Litchfield Hills, offers a glimpse into Revolutionary War-era Connecticut.
43.6 Miles
- 1 votes
Recreation Centers Heritage Hotel, 522 Heritage Road, Southbury, CT 6488 MoreLess Info
Located in the Heritage Hotel, the Heritage Health Club offers indoor and outdoor pools, tennis courts, a steam room, a sauna, and fitness training facilities. The club also offers bikes for rent.
43.6 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks 200 Cliff Road, Port Jefferson, NY 11777 MoreLess Info
Located near the beach, McAllister Park is a public county park that offers scenic views to its visitors. Those who come to the park enjoy spending time on the beach, having a picnic, or bringing their boats.
43.7 Miles
92% 210 votes
Theaters 364 Card's Pond Road, Wakefield, RI 02880 MoreLess Info
Founded in 1933, Theatre By The Sea, is a 300-seat venue on the National Register of Historic Places. Audiences are treated to a four production schedule, kid shows, and can stop at the on-site bistro for a bite to eat.
43.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks Hollow Road, Woodbury, CT 6798 MoreLess Info
Hollow Park offers a scenic walk along the Pomperaug River, along with various play structures for children. Sporting areas include Baseball/softball fields, basketball and sand volleyball courts, and soccer fields.
43.8 Miles
- 0 votes
Movie Theaters 5 Herman Drive, Simsbury, CT 6070 MoreLess Info
Founded in 1972, the Theatre Guild of Simsbury Ltd is a performing arts group dedicated to bringing theatrical entertainment to the local community. The group performs a variety of shows throughout the acting season, ranging from musicals to classics.
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