Head to the cosy city of Essex
Take a holiday to Essex and enjoy the area's opera, culture and architecture. This walkable city is known for its local tours, gardens and churches. Are you looking for specific amenities for your getaway? Many of our holiday rentals feature full kitchens and laundry facilities.
Activities and attractions in and around Essex
Are you hoping to discover top things to see and do in the area? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and check out everything that makes Essex a fun place to get away to. Here are some of the top attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Vermont Teddy Bears (7 mi / 11.3 km)
- Magic Hat Brewery (10.7 mi / 17.2 km)
- ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center (13.2 mi / 21.3 km)
- Burlington Country Club (13.3 mi / 21.3 km)
- Charlotte Village Winery (4.9 mi / 7.8 km)
- Shelburne Vineyard (7 mi / 11.3 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Essex
Whether you're an active traveller or just want to take in the scenery, Essex is a great spot to appreciate mother nature. These are a few of the area's most stunning natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Thompsons Point (3.9 mi / 6.3 km)
- Cedar Lake (11.6 mi / 18.7 km)
- Oakledge Park (11.6 mi / 18.7 km)
- Waterfront Park (13.3 mi / 21.5 km)
- Battery Park (13.5 mi / 21.8 km)
- North Beach (13.7 mi / 22.1 km)
Travelling to and around Essex
Fly into Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.), the closest airport, located 14.7 mi (23.6 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you could book a flight to Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.), which is 25.2 mi (40.6 km) away.