Things to Do & Places to Visit in Essex
In the Spotlight
A coastal Essex vineyard set in a unique and stunning location, producing multi award winning wines. Events, tours and tastings on our website. Private hire. Open Fridays & Saturdays from…
Great fun for all the ages. Excellent reviews and a hit with children, cyclists and water lovers alike.
The 900 year old Norman keep of Hedingham Castle stands in 160 acres of spectacularly beautiful landscaped gardens and woodland where the Lindsay family, descendants of the original owners,…
Seal Watching Harwich is a magical wildlife experience loved by both adults and children. Book your 2 hour trip for the whole family. Excellent reviews and Seals Guaranteed!
Hylands Estate is a prestigious grade II* listed public park encompassing 574 acres of historic parkland.
The four day/night ticket fishing lakes at Newlands total approximately 10 acres. They are all very well managed, very tidy and are heavily stocked. There is ample close by parking, toilets,…
The Museum of Chelmsford sits at the heart of the city’s beautiful Oaklands Park. Visit the Museum of Chelmsford for just £4 per adult. Children, young people and carers come in for free.
Come on board our luxurious high end Sealine F43 cruiser. Sit back and relax to either an afternoon tea or Cheese & Wine cruise. Based at Fambridge Yacht Haven set in the beautiful Crouch…
Activities in Essex
Explore indoor and outdoor activities throughout Essex
Billericay
01277 285176
Grays
Hockley
01702 842684
Chelmsford
01206 911035
Chelmsford
0300 123 3073
Dunmow
07576 347455
Romford
01708 378901
Arts, Culture & Entertainment
Experience arts, culture and entertainment in Essex at craft centres, galleries, theatres and a variety of entertainment venues
Harwich
07425 145022
Colchester
01206 873261
Harwich
01255 553333
Brentwood
01277 215151
Ilford
0208 708 8800
Colchester
Chelmsford
01245 606505
Chelmsford
Essex Attractions
Discover a multitude of Essex tourist attractions, such as animal centres & zoos, country parks & gardens, historic buildings & monuments, steam railways, theme parks and much more
Colchester
01206 210374
South Woodham Ferrers
01245 321552
Southend on Sea
01702 212534
Hatfield Broad Oak
Epping
Colchester
01206 282939
Dunmow
01371 876979
Waltham Abbey
01992 707370
Family Friendly
Family friendly activities & attractions in Essex for you and the kids
Grays
01708 983960
Frinton on Sea
01255 675876
Chelmsford
01245 606606
Saffron Walden
01799 510333
Ingatestone
01277 356191
Colchester
01206 713700
Chelmsford
01245 402019
Shoeburyness
Sightseeing & Tours
Experience another side of Essex with a boat trip along the coast or river cruise on its waterways, take a steam train journey through the beautiful Essex countryside, or a guided tour of an historic house
Harwich
01728 666329
Maldon
07840 862685
Saffron Walden
01799 516597
Maldon
01621 857567
Halstead
01787 462288
Maldon
Billericay
01277 500121
Grab some Retail Therapy
Find shopping centres, retail parks and other places to shop around Essex
Colchester
Frinton on Sea
01255 852285
Colchester
01206 766647
Chelmsford
01621 450450
Great Dunmow
01371 879862
Braintree
Wickford
01245 320314
Things to Do for Free
A day trip in Essex needn't cost a fortune! Enjoy a priceless day out in Essex with these suggestions of things to do for free
Grays
01376 576847
Colchester
01787 220281
Chelmsford
01245 605500
Ilford
0208 708 8800
Brightlingsea
01206 307121
Chelmsford
Chelmsford
01245 222350
Things to See & Do in Essex Near Me
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Colchester
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Maldon
Saffron Walden
Southend on Sea
What's On in Essex
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