There is certainly not a lack of things to do in Essex. With several areas of natural beauty, sites rich in history and diverse eateries to grab a bite we have got lots to offer. With an abundance of fun places to visit in the county, we have narrowed it down to 15 top spots you need to visit in Essex at least once.
So whether you're a first-time visitor or a regular, here are our 15 places you must visit in the county. During your visit to Colchester Zoo, you will see many species from around the world and can learn more about them at the venue’s fantastic daily encounters. As you navigate your way around the zoo you will visit different habitats, from the humid home of its Komodo Dragons to the zoo’s Africa exhibit, Kingdom of the Wild.
The longest pleasure pier in the world stretches for 1.33 miles out into the Thames Estuary. A famous destination, the pier has seen several TV shows filmed including EastEnders, Great British Railway Journeys, and Jamie and Jimmy’s Friday Night Feast.
Visitors can pick up a souvenir at the pier’s museum and learn more about its history. Views - Lots of picturesque scenes to see at Southend Pier (Image: Southend Pier) Dedham is a picturesque village nestled in the heart of the Dedham Vale , an area of outstanding natural beauty, located in the north of the county, straddling the River Stour into Suffolk. Its High Street has an abundance of independent shops, cosy pubs, and tearooms, including the famous Wilkin and Sons tearoom, the E.