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Essex Steam Train and Riverboat
One Railroad Avenue P.O. Box 452
Essex, CT 06426
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“Essex Steam Train and Riverboat” PlanetWare.com
“Essex Steam Train and Riverboat” Fodors.com
“All aboard for glory days of steam trains” ExploreNewEngland.com / Boston Globe
“Impressionism Flourishes Just Off I-95” New York Times (free registration required)
“Sight Seeing” AmericanJourneys.com
“Essex CT daytrips” Jeremy Thornton
“10 ways to ride the rails” Boston Globe (free registration required)
“It takes 3 villages” ExploreNewEngland.com / Boston Globe
“Artist's impression of a beautiful life” Sydney Morning Herald / The Sun-Herald
“It's peak time for a scenic railroad ride” MSNBC.com / Associated Press
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 10 attractions in Essex
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Traveller Description:
Take one or both tours in combination for a delightful sightseeing excursion through some of the most scenic areas of Connecticut: scenic train ride... more » Take one or both tours in combination for a delightful sightseeing excursion through some of the most scenic areas of Connecticut: scenic train ride in restored railroad cars pulled by a coal-fired locomotive and a ride up the Connecticut River by riverboat. « less
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Attraction type: Group tour/boat, Scenic railway
Address: One Railroad Avenue
P.O. Box 452 Essex, CT 06426
Tel: 860-767-0103

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“Beautiful way to pass a summer afternoon”
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5 of 5 stars
jvenu
Suburban Boston
4 Jul 2009

There's a joy to traveling on an authentic steam train that a diesel locomotive just cannot provide. The Essex steam train provides such an authentic experience. It is a great experience if your kid is into trains (e.g. Thomas) or if the kid in you is nostalgic for train travel. The boat ride is a nice addition. It is a... more

“Great trip”
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5 of 5 stars
TheBulldogExpress
Branford, CT
19 Jun 2009

We come here every year. Make sure you do the river boat connection. Train ride is just long enough to enjoy and appreciate the old steam train and rail, then allowing you to take the scenic boat ride for an hour. Really fun place. Nice station too. more

“A nice way to see the Connecticut River Valley.”
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4 of 5 stars
lexxity
Manchester, United Kingdom
9 Nov 2008

My family took a ride on this preserved railway as a way of seeing an area we were unfamiliar with. What a really lovely way to pass a few hours. The steam train has standard seats, pullman seats and an open car. The pullman car and open car are an extra fee, but one I would highly recommend. We love... more

“Fabulous Visit! August 23, 2008”
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5 of 5 stars
07Toni
Mid-Hudson Valley, New York
28 Aug 2008

My family & I decided to visit Essex Steam Train & River Boat at the last minute-we had a great weekend. Pro's: The steam engine ride was faboulous and the staff were very friendly. There was plenty to occupy our 7 and 4 year old boys. Tips to enhance your trip: We had booked tickets for the train & boat... more

“Lots of fun for big & little railfans, and those looking for something different”
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5 of 5 stars
pbwhite
Palmer, MA
24 May 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

With a nearly 4 year old rail nut, we decided on going on the train/riverboat combination with the Gillette Castle excursion addition. The 1910 steam train was great - we actually rode 3 different legs - north to the ferry drop for our trip to Gillette Castle, then south to the riverboat, and after that south again back to Essex.... more

“A great way to enjoy the day”
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5 of 5 stars
brynulf
Oslo
25 Apr 2005
2/11 found this review helpful

What a fantastic way to enjoy the countryside in the most relaxing manner. A perfect way to enjoy a summer or autumn day! more

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Essex Steam Train and Riverboat Address

One Railroad Avenue, P.O. Box 452, Essex, CT 06426
Tel: 860-767-0103