4 days in Essex Itinerary

Essex is a town with a population of 20,427 in Essex County in southwestern Ontario, Canada, whose municipal borders extend to Lake Erie. John R. Park Homestead & Conservation Area and Park House Museum will appeal to museum buffs. Discover out-of-the-way places like Erie Shore Vineyard and Sanson Estate Winery. Step out of Essex with an excursion to Bois Blanc Island Lighthouse & Blockhouse in Amherstburg--about 32 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: learn about winemaking at Oxley Estate Winery, sample the tasty concoctions at GL Heritage Brewing Company, play a few rounds at Kingsville Golf & Country Club, and examine the collection at Amherstburg Freedom Museum.

To find maps, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Essex vacation planner.

In October, daytime highs in Essex are 20°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C.