Your guide to steam trains and river cruises in the Clinton, Westbrook, Old Saybrook, and Essex area.


Essex Steam Train & Riverboat

Address: Route 9, Exit 3, Essex, CT
Phone: (800) 377-3987
www.essexsteamtrain.com

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Enjoy a 2 1/2-hour excursion through the Connecticut River Valley, named one of the "top 40 last great places" by The Nature Conservancy, aboard a restored 1920's train pulled by a coal-fired, steam locomotive. Passengers transfer to a multi-deck riverboat in Deep River for an hour's ride to East Haddam and back, then train back to Essex.

Narration's on train and boat tell of the history, flora and fauna of the area. Bar service is offered on the optional open car and a parlor car. Snacks and drinks are also available on the boat.

For a special treat, ride the Essex Clipper Dinner Train.

Connecticut River Museum

Address: 67 Main St., Essex, CT
Phone: (860) 767-8269

www.CTRiverMuseum.org

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Lucky 33 Gemtone Flume Mine

Address: 1353 Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook, CT
Phone: (860) 510-0042

www.lucky33mine.com

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The Nature Conservancy

nature.org/Connecticut

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Som Siam Mini Golf

Address: 45 Mill Rock Rd. East (Corner of Rt. 1 & Rt. 154)
Old Saybrook, CT
Phone:(860) 388-5400

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18-hole Mini Golf & Ice Cream Parlor. Birthday party planner and group outings available.