Things to Do & Places to Visit in Essex
In the Spotlight
Farm attraction on the Essex/Hertfordshire border in easy reach of London. Pick your own soft fruit and sunflowers, maize maze, footgolf, with food and drink, play area and many events…
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…
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.
Hylands Estate is a prestigious grade II* listed public park encompassing 574 acres of historic parkland. With a list of seasonal events both within the House and the Park, Hylands Estate is…
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,…
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!
Plan your day out with a trip on this cheerful foot ferry. See our website for all the nearby attractions to visit using The Harbour Ferry. Great fun for all the ages. Excellent reviews and a…
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,…
Activities in Essex
Explore indoor and outdoor activities throughout Essex
Witham
01376 502454
Southminster
01621 776256
Southend on Sea
01702 601701
Danbury
01245 223342
Braintree
0345 603 7624
Southend on Sea
Dunmow
07576 347455
Arts, Culture & Entertainment
Experience arts, culture and entertainment in Essex at craft centres, galleries, theatres and a variety of entertainment venues
Fingringhoe
07926 623529
Romford
Frinton on Sea
Southend on Sea
01702 212345
Westcliff on Sea
Clacton on Sea
01255 686633
Colchester
Hadleigh
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
01376 563796
Castle Hedingham
01787 461174
Colchester
01376 561305
Grays
01376 576847
Maldon
01621 841826
Brentwood
Southend on Sea
01702 443400
Clacton on Sea
01255 224993
Family Friendly
Family friendly activities & attractions in Essex for you and the kids
Purfleet on Thames
01708 899840
Basildon
01268 208090
Colchester
01206 282962
Hadleigh
07719 243733
Grays
01708 890033
Ilford
0208 708 8800
Walton on the Naze
01255 672288
Waltham Cross
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
Colchester
01206 822007
Chelmsford
01245 476994
Saffron Walden
01799 516597
Harwich
01728 666329
Halstead
01787 460261
Romford
Finchingfield
01371 811333
Grab some Retail Therapy
Find shopping centres, retail parks and other places to shop around Essex
Hatfield Broad Oak
Dedham
01206 322666
Brentwood
Harlow
01279 411774
Saffron Walden
01799 516597
Manningtree
01206 391024
Great Dunmow
01371 879862
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
Chelmsford
01245 606606
Chelmsford
01245 222350
Benfleet
01702 551072
Colchester
01206 383868
Dedham
01206 322666
Maldon
Saffron Walden
07967 444321
Things to See & Do in Essex Near Me
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Braintree
Chelmsford
Clacton on Sea
Colchester
Finchingfield
Maldon
Saffron Walden
Southend on Sea
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