Top Things to do in Vermont
Top Hotels in Vermont
The 10 Best Sights & Landmarks in Vermont, United States
Whether you’re exploring Vermont’s covered bridges, visiting Quechee Gorge or skiing at Killington, you’ll find Vermont to be picture-perfect. If you’re the outdoorsy type, you’ll love Vermont. In winter, of course, there’s plenty of skiing and snowboarding. In the warmer months, however, Vermont offers plenty of opportunities for hiking, biking, fishing and boating. If you enjoy boating, swimming and fishing, a vacation rental on Lake Champlain might be perfect for you.
Restaurants in Vermont
1. Robb Family Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 47 reviews
A 350-acre farm - the barn and country store are open to the public.
Reviewed By VT_Travelerx2 - Brattleboro, United States
I stopped by the Robb Family Farm Country Store to purchase maple candies and syrup. Their candies were fresh and made right there. There were also many local foods and other gifts. The family is friendly. It is definitely worth a visit!
2. The Long Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 13 reviews
Hiking trail in the Green Mountains that extends the length of Vermont.
Reviewed By Thelongtrail-1
We must keep The Long Trail available for hikers and nature enthusiasts forever!!! This is one of the few places you can truly feel free and at peace.
3. Lincoln Gap Road
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 13 reviews
Scenic road from the town of Lincoln to Warren, from which you can access both short and long hikes.
Reviewed By 166helmuts
Laura and I have stopped here in the fall 4 times and always are amazed at the beauty of this road, especially when you near the top of the gap. Also, there is a beautiful fairly moderate hike to sunset ledge. Not too long, with a gorgeous view of the Champlain valley. This year we mistakenly took the hike to Mt. Abraham, which ascends over 1800 feet, very rocky, 2.7 miles one way. Although the view at the summit was great, it was too demanding for us.... took us 5 hours( we are in our 70's). The sunset hike would have been a 2 hour hike and the view there is just as good.
4. North Meadow Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 79 reviews
We are a small dairy farm and cheese making facility. We sell farmhouse cheese and local humanely raised meats and raw milk. We give tours of the farm and our progress and answer questions about farm to table. Our goal/mission is to educate our community and guests about a small farm life.
Reviewed By spage36 - Dorset, United States
What a fantastic farm settled into the hills of Manchester. The owners couldn’t be nicer and take care of the animals that range from massive 800 lb pigs (we like Pierre the Pig the best) to calfs, goats and sheep and others. They let our little ones pick up the animals, collect eggs and do just about as much as we pleased in terms of farm help! It is a smaller family run organization where tours are personable and you can wander into their shop full of both their eggs, meats and cheese. There is also loads of breads, honey, sauces and other food products that we’ve seen sold at the weekly farmers markets in town so it’s been a nice tip of the cap to some of the local businesses. In the summertime, the fresh vegetable garden is a source of big envy for us as aspiring gardeners.
5. K1 Express gondola
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By kingbyriverk - Mid Coast Maine, United States
Yes, It's a bit pricey. $30 per person for 1 round trip. But you get your own gondola for the ten minute ride and on a clear day the view is pretty sweet. I know the giant hogweed is a dangerous plant, but it sure makes a nice wildflower meadow for photos. The gondola takes you to the Peak Lodge which is by far the best top of the mountain place to eat or drink that we've ever seen, and we've seen a bunch. Lovely views and easy hiking trails. Take the ride!
6. Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,359 reviews
Historic home of Robert Lincoln, only child of President and Mary Todd Lincoln to survive to adulthood. The estate has beautiful gardens, restored 1903 wooden Pullman palace car, goat farm and cheesemaking facility, 12+ miles of walking trails, teaching greenhouse and cross-country skiing in winter.
Reviewed By aschwartz10100 - Brooklyn, United States
After visiting Manchester dozens of times, we finally went to HIldene and can't believe we didn't go before. The entrance fee seemed pretty high, but surely that is needed to support the maintenance and operation. You could spend much of a day touring the historic house and restored Pullman car (with great docents to give insight into what you're seeing), visiting the goats and farm, and hiking or skiing the trails.
7. Molly Stark Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 57 reviews
A 40-mile scenic drive between Bennington and Brattleboro.
Reviewed By TrainManDan10 - Keene, United States
My wife and I had a very pleasant ride along Route 9 west of Brattleboro and visited three stops that were well worth our time. First, east of Hogback Mt Scenic Overlook. we stopped at Matt's Maple Syrup outlet where we bought one half gallon of delicious syrup. Second, on the west side of Hogback Mt. Scenic Overlook, we stopped at the Molly Stark State Park where we walked along the trails with our Golden Retriever in quiet woodlands. Thirdly, we stopped at the Hogback Mt Scenic Overlook where one can see for miles and miles.
8. Smugglers Notch State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 357 reviews
This narrow path through thousand-foot cliffs, once a smuggling route into Canada, is now a park used for biking, hiking, picnicking and rockclimbing.
Reviewed By MaryJ071597 - Spokane, United States
We stayed a night in Stowe during the peak color season and this drive was recommended to us. We are so glad we did it. It was gorgeous! We had limited time so we were very disappointed we didn't get to experience more of this area. We made it to Smugglers Notch though and captured some beautiful shots. The road is very winding up there. It was super windy and we watched the leaves getting blown off the trees. We definitey recommend this scenic drive.
9. Vermont State House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 455 reviews
Gold dome building located in Montpelier.
Reviewed By DWoerner - Georgetown, United States
The Vermont State Capitol Building in Montpelier is a stunning and classic building in a beautiful setting. The building dates to 1859, is finely detailed, and contains a small state museum which features Montpelier native Admiral George Dewey from the Spanish American War of 1898. The surrounding area is also picturesque, across the street from the Capitol Building is a string of about 5 or 6 fine old Victorian-era houses, many of which now house Vermont state departments and a visitor center with free coffee and restrooms. The entire area is surrounded by nice trees with fall color.
10. Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 440 reviews
Nestled among the rolling hills and pastures of eastern-central Vermont, Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park tells the story of conservation history and the evolving nature of land stewardship in America.
Reviewed By CarolDM1900 - Montpelier, United States
PLEASE SCROLL TO END FOR IMPORTANT NOTE. This is Vermont's only national historical park (the other NPS sites are Green Mountain National Forest in Rutland and Moosalamo National Recreation Area in Hancock). That makes it special for people who live here and an interesting attraction for those who come from out of state and want to learn a little history while taking in Vermont's beautiful natural scenery. From late September to late October it is the perfect place to enjoy the fall foliage. Admission is free. The park centers on the 1805/7 mansion and gardens, along with the 1895 carriage barn which serves as its visitor center. Unfortunately, these are temporarily closed due to the pandemic. If getting a tour of the mansion to view things like Albert Bierstadt's famous 1870 painting "Cathedral Rock, Yosemite" or other fine works of art, architecture and decoration is the sole reason to come here, I suggest you confirm in advance if it is open for tours. The park is opening by phases. As to the visitor center, while it is closed you can still pick up a very nice park guide right at the entrance. This gives a good deal of historical information and includes a map of the very extensive grounds, almost 450 sq. acres that include a large pond with a lovely view of Woodstock, many old carriage roads for easy strolling, and trails for those who would enjoy hiking through the forest, with each section's trees identified on the map by type and year of planting. This is very much a conserved place, where the three families who made it their home put into practice the principles of responsible, science-based stewardship that have not only sustained but improved it for future generations. If it's a beautiful day and you'd like to spend even more time outside, right across the street from the park entrance you will find the Billings Farm and Museum, which features a working dairy farm and exhibits about agriculture and rural life. Scenery there is also delightful in the fall. IMPORTANT NOTE: The parking lot that serves both the Billings Farm & Museum and the Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Site was nearly full on the day I visited. I noticed that many cars had out-of-state plates. If you plan to visit Vermont, please be aware that there are travel restrictions and quarantine requirements depending on your state and county. Make sure you know the cross state travel information for the place you live. It is available online via the Vermont Official State Website. Be aware also that Vermont has a mask mandate requiring both Vermonters and visitors to wear masks or cloth facial coverings over their noses and mouths any time they are in public spaces, indoors or outdoors, where they come in contact with others and it is not possible to maintain a physical distance of at least six feet. I was frankly shocked by the number of people NOT wearing masks and NOT keeping 6 feet of social distancing. Please follow the rules so that wonderful places like this can stay open for everyone to enjoy.
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