We welcome visitors from throughout the state of Connecticut, the New England region and all over the world to ride our railroad, relax aboard our riverboat and visit our unique facilities.

The Essex Steam Train & Riverboat is a nonpartisan organization with no religious or political affiliation. This position allows us to cultivate meaningful relationships within our communities, …

Essex Steam Train & Riverboat’s 2 1/2-hour train and riverboat or 1 hour train only journeys begins at the historic 1892 Essex Station for a 12-mile, narrated round-trip into the heart of the …

All aboard for timeless tradition on the Essex Steam Train & Riverboat’s Santa Special! Step into the magic of the season with a one-of-a-kind daytime holiday experience! Gather your family …

All excursions are round trip and leave from and return to Essex Station. For those taking the Steam Train & Riverboat combination excursion, the train will bring you to the riverboat and …

All aboard the elegant Essex Clipper for a 4-course meal served in beautifully restored 1920’s Pullman diners pulled by a vintage diesel locomotive. Relax and reconnect while our 2 -2 1/2 …

Enjoy a 3-course lunch aboard restored 1920’s Pullman dining cars as part of a 3.75-hour lunch, train and riverboat sightseeing excursion. Let our attentive staff transport you back to an era …

We’re the only Steam Train & Riverboat connection in the country, with two operating steam locomotives and multiple classes of passenger service – Coach, First Class, a seasonal Open …

Essex Steam Train & Riverboat’s 2 1/2-hour journey begins at the historic 1892 Essex Station for a 12-mile, narrated round-trip into the heart of the unspoiled Connecticut River Valley.

In some ways, the history of this little railroad is as exciting as a ride on the railroad today, reflecting the ups and downs of the American rail system from the early days of steam to the …