If your trip to Essex is all sorted out but your itinerary is looking a little empty, we can give you a few hints and tips.Give that rental car a rest and start using those feet. Not far from this neighborhood’s center, Essex Steam Train is worth a visit. More adventure awaits at Essex Library and Essex Plaza Shopping Center, which are also close at hand.

Centerbrook and Ivoryton are worth visiting during your stay. Centerbrook is 1 mile away, while Ivoryton is 2 miles.

Essex has some magical seaside areas, and there’s no better way to explore them than from behind the wheel of your own rental car. See what treasures you can find lying along the shoreline of one of these top beaches:

• Harvey’s Beach (5 miles away).
• Westbrook Town Beach (6 miles away).
• McCook Point Beach (11 miles away).

Essex is a fantastic base for your trip to Old Saybrook. Whether you intend to spend lots of time driving through the city or you’d prefer to detour from the beaten path, we have the perfect ride for you. As expected, families tend to want a vehicle with room to move, such as an SUV or a full-size car. If you expect to go off-road at any point, a reliable four-wheel drive is a smart choice. Those traveling in a small group should find a compact or standard car ticks all the boxes for city driving.

Sometimes it’s all about the journey, which makes your car choice important. If you’re planning an unforgettable road trip around Essex, a roomy SUV could be your perfect match. If you’d like the best possible deal and plan to stick to city driving, an economy car is a wise pick. All you have to do is decide what suits you best, load up the car, and clock up those miles.

You’ll be motoring along the right-hand side of the road in Essex. Even though you may be comfortable with the traffic rules, it’s wise to drive more cautiously on roads that are unfamiliar.

Normally, one of two things will happen. Your rental company may charge the amount of the fine to your credit card. This is the most common approach. Otherwise, it may provide your contact details to local authorities so the fine is issued straight to you.

Yes, so buckle up. Although, there may be exceptions for vehicles operated by public transportation networks.

Provided you have Bluetooth or similar functions enabled, you can lawfully use your phone while cruising in your car around Essex. But ensure you remain focused on the road.

In Essex, it’s a fineable offence to drive with a BAC (blood alcohol content) greater than 0.08%. If you’re thinking of having a few drinks over dinner, you’d be wise to leave the rental car behind.

Yes you can. But before you turn, you must completely stop the car and only proceed if the lane is clear.