- 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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Featuring classic movies, the Community Film Institute is staffed by a team of volunteers. Along with independent and historic films, the institute offers training in various aspects of the industry, and hosts an annual film festival.
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The Soderlund Gallery & Studio Llc is an art gallery dedicated to displaying the works of artist Karl Soderlund. Soderlund's best known works include his numerous iconic obsession paintings, land and seascapes, and portraits.
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Founded in 1993, Skyline Princess Cruises provides both catered private boating events as well as sightseeing tours along the New York shore. Full dinner and brunch service is offered along holiday and wedding event specials.
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Connecticut's Fairfield Theater Company presents a packed schedule of programming for all ages. In addition to its main auditorium and stage, the Company maintains a recital hall and an art gallery.
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314 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, CT 6824
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The goal of the Connecticut Audubon Birdcraft Museum is to conserve the environment through science-based education. The museum has a membership program and is available for field trips and summer camps.
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Best known for its huge, elaborate musicals and dance performances, the beautiful Bradley Playhouse in Putnam, Connecticut is the city's cultural hub. Many productions are cast through open community auditions.
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Silver Circle Llc is a launching pad for local artists that features rotating art displays, sculptures, art glass and assemblage. They also have a boutique area with handcrafted jewelry, textiles, pottery, and gifts by local and regional artisans.
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Featuring dance companies, vocal ensembles, and children's theater, The Complex Performing Arts Centre offers a small theater for the community to enjoy performances in. The center also hosts dance classes for children and adults.
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There's always perfect climbing weather at Carabiner's Indoor Climbing in Fairfield, Connecticut. Patrons enjoy obstacles and rocks walls of varying difficulty and a gym for off-rock training. Monthly discounts are available.
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Located in New Hartford, Connecticut, the Connecticut Valley Winery produces white, red and dessert wines. Tastings are available on Saturdays and Sundays. Patrons may bring a bag lunch and eat on the patio or in front of the fireplace in the main building.