- Our list of the best things to do in Essex, Connecticut, features the top 323 nearby activities — including 141 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Essex, CT has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Entertainment & Shows, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 10 things to do within the city of Essex, CT , followed by 313 popular activities in nearby cities, including Groton, New London, Mystic, Middletown, Wallingford, Greenport, Cutchogue, Waterford, Norwich, Clinton, East Haddam, Branford, Old Saybrook, Sag Harbor, Niantic, Guilford, Mashantucket, Old Lyme, Madison, Westbrook, Meriden, Uncasville, Colchester, East Lyme, Ivoryton, East Hampton, East Haven and Stonington
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Behind Southern Storefronts on Main Street, Riverhead, NY 11901
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Ammann Riverfront Park is a public park facility located along the banks of the Peconic River. Amenities at the park include two gazebos, boat docks, picnic areas, and waterfront benches that provide visitors scenic views.
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The seasonal Atlantic Beach Park provides multiple amusement opportunities like carnival rides and a traditional boardwalk arcade. There are also three on-site snack bars, and live entertainment is hosted during the summer season.
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166 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106
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Located in Hartford, Connecticut, the Bushnell Center for Performing Arts is the city's cultural epicenter. In addition to its concerts, recitals and dance performances, the Center is also available for weddings and other chartered rentals.
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The Mortensen Riverfront Plaza is an outdoor riverside park and entertainment venue that hosts a variety of performances, including plays, concerts, and other shows. The plaza also offers scenic walking and jogging areas.
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At the time of its completion in 1919, the 24-story Traveler's Tower, was the seventh tallest building in the world. Visitors to the tower are treated to an amazing 360 degree, panoramic view of Hartford and the surrounding areas.
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The most popular skiing destination in New Hartford, Connecticut is Ski Sundown, a massive ski resort that offers many ski slopes, challenging snowboarding zones, lessons, gear sales, repairs, snacks and an excellent restaurant.
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The district of West Hartford, Connecticut called 'The Center & The Square' is a unique and eclectic area filled with boutiques, restaurants, art galleries, antique shops, booksellers and other fascinating finds. It is best explored in clement weather, but remains open throughout the year.
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On your next trip to Misquamicut State Beach, take a break from the sand and surf and visit Water Wizz for some high speed water park fun. The Wizz features two 35-feet high waterslides and a 50-foot high super speed slide.
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Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art displays many different works of art and special exhibits throughout the year and also hosts festivals, concerts and other events. Their nearly 50,000 piece art collection spans 5,000 years of history.
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Capt. Ron’s Fishing is a commercial fishing charter company that offers tours on the waters of Montauk Point. The company has bass fishing excursions, shark fishing trips, and fluke expeditions.