Experiences

Essex Steam Train & Riverboat

Heritage rail and riverboat excursion based in Essex, useful when a Connecticut River Valley day needs a structured family outing rather than only scenic driving and town stops.

Essex Station checked 2026-05-30
Connecticut River and wooded hills viewed from the grounds of Gillette Castle
Connecticut River from Gillette CastleRegional context image for Connecticut River Valley, Essex, East Haddam, and river-town planning.Photo by Joe Mabel on Wikimedia Commons, cropped - CC BY-SA 3.0

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Address 1 Railroad Avenue, Essex, CT, 06426
Phone +1-800-377-3987
Website Official site