With some terrific road trip options available in the surrounding area, renting a car makes sense. Without one, it wouldn’t be half as easy to explore all that Westbrook Town Beach, 30 miles away, has to offer. See the best sights starting with Essex Steam Train, Hammonasset Beach State Park and Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets. Montville is another great option. It’s 45 miles away and boasts tons of interesting things to see and do. Mohegan Sun Casino, Dinosaur Place at Nature’s Art and Kids Quest are only the start.