Essex, CT
Travel Guide





Visit Essex

Mohegan Sun
Helpful staff
Reviewed on 27 December 2025

Hyatt Place Uncasville - Casino Area
Very clean room
Reviewed on 23 December 2025

Holiday Inn Norwich by IHG
I able to do early check in staff was friendly
Reviewed on 28 December 2025

Postcard Cabins Machimoodus, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Best experience ever
Reviewed on 26 December 2025

Cliffside Resort Condominiums
The unit was cute and well-appointed. I would recommend a new refrigerator in the unit, as the freezer door was broken.
Reviewed on 12 November 2025

Cozy spacious bedroom with queen bed, only half mile to Rt.95, exclusive bath
Very attentive and thoughtful host. Spare of decor and basic but clean, tidy, safe, convenient and as advertised. Our room had AC and was just what we needed for the weekend. Easy parking.
Reviewed on 2 October 2025
Popular places to visit

Essex Steam Train
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Essex Steam Train during your travels in Essex Village. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Essex Island Marina
Explore the waterfront in Essex Village with a trip to Essex Island Marina. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Connecticut River Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Connecticut River Museum during your trip to Essex Village. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center during your trip to Essex. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Logee’s Greenhouses
Learn about the local history of Essex when you spend time at Logee’s Greenhouses. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Pratt House
You can learn about the history of Essex Village with a trip to Pratt House. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
- Essex Steam Train
- Essex Island Marina
- Connecticut River Museum
- Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
- Logee’s Greenhouses
- Pratt House
- Essex Library
- Hattitudes
- Sweet Martha's
- Mohegan Sun Casino
- Mohegan Sun Arena
- Ocean Beach Park
- Naval Submarine Base New London
- Wesleyan University
- Hammonasset Beach State Park
- Powder Ridge Mountain Park and Resort
- New London Ferry Dock
- United States Coast Guard Academy
- Connecticut College
- Gillette Castle State Park
- Westbrook Town Beach
- Connecticut River
- Orient Point County Park
- Goodspeed Opera House
- Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets
- Rocky Neck State Park
- Kontokosta Winery
- 67 Steps Beach
- Hole-in-the-Wall Beach
- Hammonasset Beach
- Machimoodus State Park
- Greenport Carousel
