Essex Village, Ivoryton Village and Centerbrook – Visit “The Best Small Town in America” made up of 3 villages conveniently located between New York and Boston. Explore the shops and restaurants in Essex and beyond.

Essex Steam Train & Riverboat – A short drive of just over a mile, Essex Steam Train has been welcoming visitors since 1971.

Ivoryton Playhouse – First self-supporting summer theater in the nation.

Deep  River – Selection of unique shops and dining options. 

Chester Village – Boutiques, galleries, and dining.

Gillette Castle State Park – Hadlyme – Once the home of William Gillette, a turn-of-the-century actor known for his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes on Broadway.

East Haddam Village – Shops and the Goodspeed Opera House.

Florence Griswold Museum – Old Lyme – Celebrating Art, History, and Nature

Outlet shopping at the Westbrook Outlets (Westbrook) and Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets.

Visit Connecticut – the Official Connecticut State Vacation Guide