Things to do in Town of Essex

Activities, attractions and tours

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Photo by Susan Evitts
Photo by Susan Evitts
Photo by Susan Evitts

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What to do in Town of Essex

Popular places to visit

Cooper's Hawk Vineyards

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Cooper's Hawk Vineyards during your travels to Town of Essex. Savour the area's wineries and restaurants.

Cooper's Hawk Vineyards

Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery during your travels to Town of Essex. Discover the countryside while you're in the area.

Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery

Oxley Estate Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Oxley Estate Winery during your travels to Town of Essex.

Oxley Estate Winery

North 42 Degrees Estate Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at North 42 Degrees Estate Winery during your travels to Colchester. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the wineries and restaurants.

North 42 Degrees Estate Winery

Amherstburg-Essex Greenway Trailhead

You can take time to visit Amherstburg-Essex Greenway Trailhead during your travels to Town of Essex.

Amherstburg-Essex Greenway Trailhead

Colchester Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Colchester Beach during your trip to Colchester?

Colchester Beach

Erie Shore Vineyard

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Erie Shore Vineyard during your travels to Town of Essex. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the wineries.

Erie Shore Vineyard

Serenity Lavender Farm

Enjoy an outing to Serenity Lavender Farm during your stay in Colchester. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the wineries and restaurants.

Serenity Lavender Farm

Colio Estate Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Colio Estate Winery during your travels to Harrow. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the wineries.

Colio Estate Winery

Areas of Town of Essex

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Essex

If you're spending some time in Essex, Cooper's Hawk Vineyards and Oxley Estate Winery are top sights worth seeing.

Essex
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Levergood Beach

Though Levergood Beach may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery and Erie Shore Vineyard.

Levergood Beach
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McGregor

While there might not be top attractions in McGregor, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Essex County ATV Club Trails Trailhead - West and Essex County ATV Club Trails Trailhead - East.

McGregor
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Colchester

Frequently asked questions

Is Town of Essex worth visiting?
From retail therapy to outdoor activities and history, there are plenty of great things to do in Town of Essex. Make sure to enjoy the area's mix of awesome attractions, local charm and culture.
How do I spend a day in Town of Essex?
Begin your day with a visit to Walls Underground Railroad Museum and Amherstburg-Essex Greenway Trailhead. Then, check out different areas of Town of Essex for local restaurants and some retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Town of Essex?
Walls Underground Railroad Museum is one of the top tourist attractions in Town of Essex and deserves a spot on every sightseeing itinerary of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Town of Essex?
Three days will be enough time to tick off popular city highlights, such as Amherstburg-Essex Greenway Trailhead, Maidstone Conservation Area Boardwalk Trailhead and Sadler's Nature Park Trailhead. The average stay in Town of Essex is three days. If you feel the urge to extend your trip, Detroit isn't far away.
What are some activities to do in Town of Essex with kids?
Whether you're holidaying with young explorers or playful teenagers, a schedule filled with fun activities takes your trip to the next level. Browse our recommendations for what to do in Town of Essex with kids.
What to do in Town of Essex for adults?
Whether you're a food lover, culture enthusiast or outdoor adventurer, there are loads of things to do in Town of Essex for adults including Muscedere Vineyards and Sanson Estate Winery.
Are there free things to do in Town of Essex?
From relaxing in parks to strolling around exciting neighbourhoods, it's a breeze to find free things to do in Town of Essex. If you're stuck for ideas, ask for recommendations from a local tour guide. Amherstburg-Essex Greenway Trailhead is a must for anyone looking to save on their travelling adventures.