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The Griswold Inn is located along the Connecticut River in historic Essex, Connecticut. The historic main street and harbor are both easily walkable and full of preserved historic structures, independent boutiques, restaurants, and galleries. The Connecticut River Museum, Essex Historical Society, Ivoryton Playhouse, and Essex Steam Train & Riverboat are located within ten minutes. Mystic Seaport, Mystic Aquarium, Gillette Castle State Park, and Rocky Neck State Park can all be reached within 45 minutes. Free parking is included.

Nearest Airport

Bradley International Airport (BDL): 52 miles / 55 minutes

Hotel Address

36 Main Street, Essex

Connecticut, United States 06426


Historic Hotels of America Recommended Points of Interest


  • Connecticut River Museum Logo

    Connecticut River Museum

    Explore the local history of shipbuilding at the Connecticut River Museum.

  • Essex Historical Society Logo

    Essex Historical Society

    Local center for the collection and sharing of historic resources for the three villages of Essex, Connecticut.

  • Essex Steam Train & Riverboat

    Essex Steam Train & Riverboat

    Guided tour of Connecticut River Valley's historic sites by traditional riverboat & steam train.

  • Florence Griswold Museum Logo

    Florence Griswold Museum

    Explore the legacy of Florence Griswold, member of the “Old Lyme Art Colony.”

  • Gillette Castle State Park

    Gillette Castle State Park

    Explore the home of actor William Gillette, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

  • Ivoryton Playhouse Logo

    Ivoryton Playhouse

    Theater company housed in a 1911 building staging popular plays and musicals.

  • Mystic Aquarium Logo

    Mystic Aquarium

    Experience the aquatic life on display at the Mystic Aquarium.

  • Mystic Seaport Museum

    Mystic Seaport Museum

    Discover the historic ships on display at the Mystic Seaport Museum.

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    Rocky Neck State Park

    Recreation area with bird-watching, fishing & camping as well as a beach suitable for swimming.