There's so much to do in the Green Mountains! We've got tons of attractions in Burlington and the greater Burlington area, ranging from outdoor tours and lake cruises to indoor theater and factory tours. No matter the weather or time of year, there's always something to keep you coming back!
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Ben and Jerry's Factory Tours See how this well known Vermont tradition is put together and sent all over the world Located in Waterbury, VT, approximately 40 minutes South on I-89. 1218 Waterbury-Stowe Rd. Waterbury, VT 05676 phone: (802) 882-1240 toll-free: (866) 258-6877 fax: (802) 882-1249 
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Lake Champlain Chocolates Lake Champlain Chocolates - unforgettable hand crafted chocolates made right before your eyes. Sample fresh, delicious award winning confections - truffles, caramels, hazelnut pralines, raspberry creams, almond butter crunch, fudge, chocolate novelties and more. Purchase "factory seconds" and free tours at 750 Pine Street, Burlington factory or visit our Church Street fudge shop and try our acclaimed product for your self. Voted a "top attraction" by Yankee Magazine and The Vermont Chamber of Commerce. 750 Pine Street Burlington, VT 05401 tel: (802) 864-1808 fax: (802) 864-1806 |
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Vermont Teddy Bear Company Take a factory tour of the largest hand-made manufacturer of Teddy Bears in North America. See how we lovingly create each one of our unique bears or create your own in our "Make A Friend For Life" factory. Open daily. Tours $2.00 for adults 12 and over, under 12 free. 1/2 mile south of the Shelburne Museum on RT 7. (802) 985-3001 for info. 6655 Shelburne Road Shelburne, VT 05482 tel: (802) 985-3001 toll-free: (800) 829-2327 fax: (802) 985-1382
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ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center Discover 60 species of fish, amphibians, invertebrates, and reptiles, over 100 hands-on experiences, major traveling exhibits, and the Awesome Forces Theater. Live animal feedings and demos daily. The 2.2 acre site is also highlighted by the Lake Champlain Navy Memorial. Eclectic Gift Shop and seasonal cafe. One College Street Burlington, VT 05401 cost: $7-$9; Children under 3 are free hours: Year-round, 10am - 5pm; (See site for more details) tel: (802) 864-1848 fax: (802) 864-6832
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Shelburne Museum Come walk the expansive outdoor grounds of the Shelburne Museum and see a variety of exhibits such as the 220 foot long steamboat, the Ticonderoga. Over 150,000 works are exhibited in a remarkable setting of 39 exhibition buildings, 25 of which are historic and were relocated to the Museum grounds. U.S. Route 7 P.0. Box 10 Shelburne, VT 05482 hours: 10am - 5pm daily, (5/20 to 10/28) cost: $9 - $18; Children under 6 are free; tel: (802) 985-3346 fax: (802) 985-2331
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Magic Hat Brewing Company Where ancient alchemy meets modern-day science to produce the best tasting beer on the planet. Visit our brewery Monday-Saturday between 10:00-6:00 and Sunday 12:00-5:00. Call for tour info. Tours, samples, tchotchkes. 5 Bartlett Bay Road South Burlington, VT 05403 tel: (802) 658-2739 fax: (802) 658-5788
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Bike Vermont, Inc. Over 200 inn-to-inn bike tours throughout Vermont, May-October. Two to six-day tours, plus 8-day tours of Scotland & the West Coast of Ireland. Box 207, 52 Pleasant St. Woodstock, VT 05091 tel: (802) 457-3553 toll-free: (800) 257-2226 fax: (802) 457-1236 |
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Burlington City Arts/Firehouse Ctr for Visual Arts Burlington City Arts serves all of the local arts community by providing resources, information, programs and services designed to enhance and enrich our cultural lives in Vermont. 149 Church St., City Hall Burlington, VT 05401 tel: (802) 865-7166 fax: (802) 865-7044
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Vermont Lake Monsters (Minor League Baseball Team) The Vermont Lake Monsters, Professional Minor League Baseball Team, have been affiliated with the Washington Nationals baseball system since 2005 and with the Montreal Expos since 1994 prior to their move to Washington D.C. In twelve seasons, the Monsters have drawn over 1.3 million fans to Centennial Field. Attending a game at Centennial Field in Burlington is"monster size family fun". A family of four can enjoy a game for $18. The Monster's season runs from Mid-June to early September. Check out www.vermontlakemonsters.com for complete details and/or to purchase tickets. 1 Main St., Suite #4 Winooski, VT 05404 tel: (802) 655-4200 fax: (802) 655-5660
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Family Fun & Entertainment Center Family Fun & Entertainment Center consists of a Driving Range with 30 stations, a sand trap and 10 natural grass tees, Batting Cages with 6 stations of various speeds and an 18 hole mini golf surrounded by waterfalls, fountains, a cave and mountain views. Group rates, birthday parties, family outings and field trips welcome. 48 Upper Main St Essex, VT 05452 tel: (802) 872-8858
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Charlotte Village Winery Charlotte Village Winery: Located in the Picturesque Champlain Valley, in the town of Charlotte! 3968 Greenbush Road Charlotte, VT 05445 tel: (802) 999-5412 fax: (802) 425-3281
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Champlain Valley Exposition Vermont's premier special events facility, the Exposition offers large and small space for any type function-trade and consumer shows, receptions, meetings, conventions, special events. Indoors: 300-100,000 square feet, air-conditioned. Outside: unlimited, 10,000 seat concert and event arena, excellent access, 5000 car parking, catering. Facility is home to annual Champlain Valley Fair, Vermont Balloon and Music Festival, Everything Equine and 120 other events, attended by 700,000 people each year. Contact: David Grimm P.O. Box 209 Essex Junction, VT 05453 tel: (802) 878-5545 fax: (802) 879-5404 |
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Flatlander Tours LLC Flatlander Tours is a locally based recreation and historical touring company. We provide hiking, bicycling, canoeing, snowshoeing and skiing tours of natural areas within Vermont, as well as historical and sightseeing driving and walking tours. We individualize our tours to fit the needs and desires of our customers. PO Box 8416 Essex, VT 05451 tel: (802) 878-9653 |
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Burlington Parks and Recreation Learn where to bike, play sports, or just relax by the lake tel: (802) 864-0123 |
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Church St. Marketplace Shop, dine, and have fun at this premier Burlington attraction. Located in downtown Burlington, in between South Winooski Avenue and Saint Paul St. tel: (802) 863-1648 |
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Pizza Putt Come enjoy pizza, mini-golf, laser tag, and an arcade under one roof 1205 Airport Parkway Burlington, VT 05401 tel: (802) 862-7888 |
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Shelburne Farms See this amazing fully working 1400 acre farm. Make sure to check the website for seasonal information. 1611 Harbor Road Shelburne, VT tel: (802) 985-8686
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Robert Hull Fleming Museum Info 61 Colchester Ave. Burlington, VT 05405 phone: (802) 656-0750 fax: (802) 656-8059 |
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Yankee Lanes (Bowling) 17 Mountain Drive Colchester, VT tel: (802) 655-2720
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.:Theater & Entertainment
UVM Theatre, Royall Tyler Theatre
The UVM Theatre is vital academic program of the University of Vermont coupled with a dynamic array of performances. All of our work is designed to meet the educational needs of our students, to stimulate dialogue in our community, and to entertain and inspire everyone who comes through our doors.
116 University Place
Burlington, VT 05405-0102
tel: (802) 656-2094
fax: (802) 656-0349
The Flynn
Check out a play or musical performance at this conveniently located downtown theater
153 Main St.
Burlington, VT 05401
tel: (802) 86-FLYNN
Higher Ground
Come to Burlington's premier concert venue to check out local and national musicians and comedians
1214 Williston Rd.
South Burlington, VT
tel: (802) 652-0777
Nectars
Come see this well known musical landmark where it all began for the Vermont-based band, Phish
188 Main St.
Burlington, VT 05401
tel: (802) 658-4771
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.:Movies
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Merrill's Roxy Cinemas 222 College St. Burlington, VT
Palace 9 10 Fayette Road South Burlington, VT
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Majestic 10 190 Boxwoord St. Williston, VT
Essex Outlets Cinema 21 Essex Way, Bldg. 300 Essex Junction, VT
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.:Lake Activities
Spirit of Ethan Allen III
Spirit of Ethan Allen III - Lake Champlain's only 400-passenger cruise ship. Three private decks, enclosed, heated, and air conditioned; on-board galley, executive chef, food, beverage, and entertainment packages. Ideal locale for corporate outings, weddings, receptions, and conferences and meetings. Rent one deck or the entire ship - accomodations are designed for groups of all sizes. For occasions that demand the very best. May - October. Departs Burlington Boathouse, bottom of College Street, Burlington, VT.
Burlington Boathouse
348 Flynn Ave.
Burlington, VT 05401
tel: (802) 862-8300
fax: (802) 860-2261
Lake Champlain Cruises
Northern Lights, Vermont's premier cruise boat, offers daily scenic, lunch and brunch cruises. Weekly dinner cruises including entertainment. This floating venue is an ideal setting for weddings, anniversaries, corporate functions and special events or to simply enjoy the spectacular beauty of Lake Champlain. Departing from the King Street Ferry Dock, Burlington. May-October.
One King Street
Burlington, VT 05401
tel: (802) 864-9669
fax: (802) 864-9599
Whistling Man Schooner Company
Sailing Cruises aboard the Friend Ship. Sail with us aboard the classic sloop Friend Ship, Lake Champlain's only U.S. Coast Guard certified sailing vessel. She is a Friendship Sloop and was built in Maine in 1981. Our two hour cruises leave three times daily from our slip in front of the ECHO Center for Lake Champlain, at the foot of College Street. Private charters also available. More info at 802-598-6504. Reservations are accepted but not required.
607 Irish Settlement Road
Underhill, VT 05489
tel: (802) 598-6504
fax: (802) 899-9961
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.:Skiing & Snowboarding
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Bolton Valley 4032 Bolton Valley Access Rd. Bolton Valley, VT
Jay Peak 4850 VT Route 242 Jay, Vermont 802-988-9601
Smuggler's Notch 4323 VT Route 108 S Jeffersonville, VT 802-644-8851
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Stowe 5781 Mountain Rd. Stowe, VT 1-800-253-4754
Sugarbush 1840 Sugarbush Access Rd. Warren, VT 800-53-SUGAR
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