Essex (Ontario) Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

About Essex (Ontario)

The town comprises the communities of Ambassador Beach, Barretville, Belcreft Beach, Colchester, Edgars, Essex Centre, Gesto, Harrow, Klie's Beach, Leslies Corner, Levergood Beach, Lypps Beach, Marshfield, McGregor, New Canaan, Oxley, Paquette Corners, Seymour Beach and Vereker. The Talbot Trail was heavily attributed with causing Essex to grow significantly in the last half of the 19th century.

Top Attractions in Essex (Ontario)

Explore the best things to see and do in Essex (Ontario):

• ★Essex County Steam & Gas Engine Museum
• ★Historic Essex Railway Station
• ★John R. Park Homestead & Conservation Area
• ★The Chrysler Canada Greenway
• ★Town of Essex Fun Fest

Where to Eat in Essex (Ontario)

Must-try local food and restaurants:

• 🍴Garfield's
• 🍴Gyros & More
• 🍴Hometown Cookhouse

Where to Stay in Essex (Ontario)

• 🏨Guesthouse Getaway

Essex (Ontario) Travel Guide Sections

Our comprehensive guide covers 11 sections including: