Colchester is a historic market town in Essex County with a rich history that dates back to ancient Rome. Colchester was known as Essex and was the first Roman capital in Britain. Today, the district of Colchester is home to more than 190,000 and is a major tourist attraction in the United Kingdom. This web site is under construction, but if you are looking for a place to stay in Colchester, visit HotelsCombined. For tours, click here. For dining in Colchester, visit OpenTable.