10 Things to do in Middlebury That You Shouldn't Miss

January 25, 2022 Sachiko Swiger

Middlebury survived being almost entirely destroyed during the Revolutionary War to become the home of Vermont's original marble quarries, as well as a popular vacation destination, filled with charming country inns. Middlebury offers visitors the opportunity to shop for crafts, folk art and locally grown produce amidst beautiful woods and farmland. The nearby village of Ripton features the Robert Frost Wayside Trail, leading poetry fans through the woods that inspired his most famous poems.
Restaurants in Middlebury

1. Waterfalls Day Spa

14 Court Sq, Middlebury, VT 05753-1369 +1 802-388-0311 http://www.middleburyspa.com
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Waterfalls Day Spa

2. Danforth Pewter

52 Seymour St, Middlebury, VT 05753-1115 +1 802-388-0098 [email protected] http://www.danforthpewter.com
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5.0 based on 41 reviews

Danforth Pewter

Visit our workshop to learn more about how we work metal by hand. Watch us handspin a pewter old lamp or cast pewter ornaments.

Reviewed By BernT_13

This is a workshop, a store, an education, a museum and a relaxing visit all rolled up into one spot. Great people. Amazing workmanship. Beautiful items - many very affordable. Fun gifts for any occasion and also fun to just browse. Well worth a stop!

3. Vermont Tasting Tours

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Vermont Tasting Tours

Fun day tours showcasing our regions celebrated craft breweries, cider houses, vineyards and distilleries, relax, enjoy and leave the driving to us. Our crew can also take you and your group / family / employees, bachelorettes etc. on special and custom tours for guests to see, taste, and experience Vermont's best sites, attractions, history, food and culture.

4. Cobble Hill Kennel

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Cobble Hill Kennel

We offer dogsled tours and rides in Middlebury Vermont. Rides are available during the Fall, Winter, and Spring.

5. Town Hall Theater

68 S Pleasant St, Middlebury, VT 05753-1476 +1 802-388-1436 [email protected] http://www.townhalltheater.org
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Town Hall Theater

Reviewed By MikeR586 - Shelburne, United States

I love reclaimed theaters and cultural spaces and this one id=s a gem. Went for an evening-long dance performance and loved the space and the (likely volunteer?) staff. Very friendly, and a couple of the ushers saw I was by myself and, while I had grabbed a seat near the stage (seating for this performance was all general admission) they suggested I sit front row balcony. "Best seat in the house!" They were right. And I knew they meant it as, once the performance started, they were all seated around me until they had to go back to work. Small gallery downstairs, where they all had a small bar. I knew the performers which is what drew me to Middlebury (I live a half-hour or so away), but the eperience will have me following the Theater's calendar so I can pick out more shows to return to enjoy there.

6. Werner Tree Farm

429 Painter Rd, Middlebury, VT 05753-8930 +1 802-388-7781 [email protected] http://www.wernertreefarm.com
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Werner Tree Farm

Cut your own Christmas tree farm with workshop/gift shop selling farm-produced wreaths, centerpieces, garlands, maple syrup and honey. Open Thanksgiving to Christmas.

7. Middlebury College

Middlebury, VT http://www.middlebury.edu/
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4.5 based on 84 reviews

Middlebury College

Reviewed By CityMouse79 - Fort Lauderdale, United States

What a pretty college campus! It's pretty much the whole town of Middlebury and sits right in the middle with residential streets radiating off it. It was nice to walk around the campus and see the old buildings, beautifully manicured lawns, and student life. Go to the Mahaney Museum of Arts in the Arts building- great little gem.

8. Mahaney Center for the Arts

72 Porter Field Rd, Middlebury, VT 05753-6013 +1 802-443-3168 [email protected] http://www.middlebury.edu/arts/mcfa
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Mahaney Center for the Arts

9. Vermont Soap Factory Outlet & Soap Museum

616 Exchange St, Middlebury, VT 05753-1181 +1 802-989-7637 [email protected] http://www.vermontsoap.com/
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Vermont Soap Factory Outlet & Soap Museum

10. Otter Creek Brewing

793 Exchange St, Middlebury, VT 05753-1193 +1 802-388-0727 [email protected] http://ottercreekbrewing.com
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4.5 based on 126 reviews

Otter Creek Brewing

NOTE: As of March 16th, Otter Creek Brewing will be closed in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. Please check our social media channels for updates related to re-opening. In 2015 we broke ground on a brand new, 120-barrel brew house. This state-of-the-art facility will expand our capacity and allow us to deliver more of our deliciously dank beers to bottles, cans and kegs everywhere. On the heels of upgrades to our packaging and production facilities, our brand new, mid-century inspired digs reflect the commitment we've made to our brand and the collective creative juices that keep our brewery running. We invite you to join us on our cosmic journey of craft, with live music every Friday evening and a fresh American BBQ-inspired menu from our smoker to pair with delicious Vermont beers. Note: At this time we do not offer tours at our facility.

Reviewed By lizzardking - Jacksonville, United States

My better half and I were in VT for our 10th anniversary in October. I love beer and we enjoy stopping at local breweries. We hit OCB on our first afternoon. It is an awesome place. Of course, they have great beer, but the staff (especially Ben) really put the experience over the top. We were not hungry at the time we arrived so I cannot comment on the food. However, everything we saw others eating looked good. The beer, as I said was awesome. I am an IPA drinker and was not disappointed. The Berner hit all my IPA buttons. The hoppier the better for me and it had that, but also had great haziness and finished with nice citrus hints. My wife did a flight initially. She really liked a peanut butter flavored concoction (the name escapes me) and ordered a full glass of that. Ben was our server and in between keeping us entertained with an excellent dry humor, he gave her a mix of the peanut butter beer and the Shed Chocolate Milk Stout. Well, that did it for her and she had that next. We spent a couple of hours enjoying the good brews and company. All of the staff was friendly and made us feel so welcome. We had such a great time, we went back on Friday. There was live entertainment (thanks for the Neil Young) and again, a great atmosphere. I will be looking for OCB the next time I am in VT and you should too. Thanks OCB!

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