Northern Vermont

Travel Guide

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Waterfront Park
Appreciate the quaint towns and partake in some of the many outdoor activities in the snowy mountains and valleys of this scenic region.

Northern Vermont consists of spectacular rocky parks and quaint lakeside towns. It contains the state’s highest mountain as well as the capital, MontpelierOpens in a new window. Split your time between the cultured towns and dramatic countryside in this varied state.

In the western section, visit BurlingtonOpens in a new window, where chic urbanity is a stark contrast to the rest of rural and tranquil Northern Vermont. Get a sense of the local culture in the upscale shops of Church Street Marketplace and see the town center’s main sights, including the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and City Hall Park.

Stroll along the boulevard in Waterfront Park and rent a canoe at North Beach to paddle out on Lake Champlain. Take a cruise across the water with the Lake Champlain Ferry and visit the restaurants and inns adorning the shore.

Ride a bus southeast for just over 1.5 hours to reach Montpelier. Visit the many intriguing institutions, such as the Vermont Historical Society Museum, the Lost Nation Theater and the T.W. Wood Gallery.

Just north of the city are several scenic parks, including Camel’s Hump State Park, C.C. Putnam State Forest and Mount Mansfield State Forest. The latter contains Mount Mansfield Peak, the highest summit in Vermont. Explore the spectacular scenery in the ski region of StoweOpens in a new window, where you will find Alpine Double, Stowe Mountain ResortOpens in a new window and the Vermont Ski and Snowboard Museum.

Make your way to the towns in the scenic Northeast Kingdom in the corner of the state. Go mountain biking or skiing, depending on the season. Expect occasional winter blizzards in the mountainous parts of the state.

This region is just south of Vermont’s border with Canada in the northeastern corner of the U.S. Fly to Burlington International Airport and get around the area by Amtrak train, Greyhound bus or rental car. Make sure to visit the neighboring areas of Central Vermont, northwestern New York and northern New Hampshire.

Northern Vermont is a fabulous skiing area with charming towns and lakes.

Where to stay in Northern Vermont

Burlington

Downtown Burlington

While visiting Downtown Burlington, you might make a stop by sights like Church Street Marketplace and Flynn Center for the Performing Arts.

Downtown Burlington
Lake Champlain Ferry showing a marina

South End

While visiting South End, you might make a stop by sights like World's Tallest Filing Cabinet and Burlington Country Club.

South End
This is the bike trail bridge over the mouth of Winooski River

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Malletts Bay

While Malletts Bay isn't home to many top sights, Sunset Drive-In Theater and Auer Family Boathouse are some notable places to visit nearby.

Malletts Bay
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Old North End

While Old North End might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Church Street Marketplace and ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center.

Old North End
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New North End

While visiting New North End, you might make a stop by sights like Gordon H. Paquette Arena at Leddy Park and North Avenue Shopping Center.

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Centennial

If you're spending some time in Centennial, Winooski Falls Mill District and Centennial Field are top sights worth seeing.

Centennial
The Lodge at Spruce Peak, a Destination by Hyatt Residence
The Lodge at Spruce Peak, a Destination by Hyatt Residence
4.5 out of 5
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Hotel Champlain Burlington, Curio Collection by Hilton
3.5 out of 5
60 Battery St, Burlington, VT
The price is P7,755 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
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Hampton Inn Colchester
Hampton Inn Colchester
3 out of 5
42 Lower Mountain View Dr, Colchester, VT
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Apr 17 - Apr 18
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4 out of 5
76 West Lakeshore Drive, Colchester, VT
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Bridges Resort
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3.5 out of 5
202 Bridges Circle, Warren, VT
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Smugglers' Notch Resort
Smugglers' Notch Resort
3 out of 5
4323 Vermont Route 108 South, Jeffersonville, VT
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