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Essex Steam Train & Riverboat

Essex, CT — www.essexsteamtrain.com

All Aboard the only steam train & riverboat connection in the USA! Explore nature aboard the Gillette Castle Hiking Connection. Go sight-doing in Interactive Exhibits. Kids love birds-eye views from the cupola of the Caboose. Visit a Gift Shop with something for everyone!

Hours

    Dates of Operation

  • Spring Season:
    May 7-8 and May 28 - June 26
    Saturday - Sunday and Memorial Day (May 30)
  • Summer Season:
    June 27 - August 28
    Monday - Sunday (Daily)
  • Fall Season:
    September 2 - September 25
    Friday - Sunday and Labor Day (Sept 5)
  • Foliage Season:
    September 29 - October 24
    Thursday - Monday

    Departure Times

  • Steam Train & Riverboat Connection
    11:00 am / 12:30 pm / 2:00 pm
    Total trip approximately 2.5 hours
  • Steam Train Only
    11:00 am / 12:30 pm / 2:00 pm / 3:30 pm
    Total trip approximately 1 hour