Vermont Attractions, Activities and Special Events 

Some of Vermont's most popular attractions include:

The Lake Champlain of Vermont Chamber of Commerce - Lake Champlain region is an inspiring backdrop for both work and relaxation. Burlington is consistently ranked in the top ten for best places to live, visit, work and do business--take a look around and find out why!

Church Street Market Place - Church Street has everything from shoping, dining, clubs, and special events. For more information on all of the great activities please click on this site.

The ECHO Lake Aquarium & Science Center - Located at Burlington on Lake Champlain, the ECHO center is Vermont's newest attraction. ECHO stands for Ecology, Culture, History and Opportunity.

The Vermont Teddy Bear Factory - In Shelburne the Vermont Teddy Bear Factory has the finest bears made around. Take a tour and see for yourself!

Shelburne Farms - 1,400 acre working farm, National Historic Landmark and a non-profit environmental education center, Shelburne Farms is fun for all ages.

Kennedy Brothers Factory Marketplace - Kennedy Brothers has a Crafts Center and an Antique Center. They also have pure maple syrup, maple sugar and cheddar cheese for great Vermont gift's. Be sure to visit the Scoop Shop as well.

Vermont Living - For a full list of events and activities to do in Vermont, please visit www.vermontliving.com.

Enjoy Burlington - The mission of the Burlington Parks and Recreation Department is to enhance quality of life of all the citizens of Burlington and for the visitors in our community.

The Chazy Reef on Isle La Motte - In the northwestern corner of Vermont on Isle La Motte, the northernmost island of Lake Champlain, is a remarkable natural phenomenon: the Chazy Reef formation.

Vermont Cheese Council - The Vermont Cheese Council is dedicated to the production and advancement of Vermont cheese.

Magic Hat - Click here to visit the Magic Hat Brewery website.

Ben & Jerry's Homemade Ice Cream - Click here to visit the Ben & Jerry's home page.

Trains Around Vermont - Click here to visit the Trains Around Vermont website.

Lake Champlain Chocolate Factory - The growing team at Lake Champlain Chocolates continues with the highest standards of chocolate-making Jim began with twenty years ago, and still uses only the freshest, natural ingredients.

Dakin Farms - See how Vermont's finest specialty foods are made, including Smoked Hams, pure Vermont maple syrup, cheddar cheese, as well as a variety of other specialty foods.

Burlington Vermont Recreational Rentals

Local Motion - Local Motion is a Greater Burlington, VT 501(c)3 non-profit organization whose mission is to “promote bicycling, walking, running, inline skating and the facilities that make such travel safe, easy and fun.”    The organization seeks to improve personal health and the local economy by developing regional trails, promoting walkable communities, and fostering active lifestyles.

Community Sailing Center - The Community Sailing Center (CSC) is an award winning, non-profit,501(c)(3) organization. CSC has provided educational and recreational sailing programs to those who wish to gain access to Lake Champlain and learn to sail; regardless of age, physical ability or financial concerns for over 13 years.

Umiak Outdoor Outiffter - Umiak Outdoor Outfitter rents Canoes and Kayaks by the hour, half- or full-day from 11am-6pm mid-June until Labor Day, weather permitting. Rentals start at $12 Umiak is set up on the south end of North Beach and also offers a variety of kayaking classes and expeditions for youth & adults. For more information on rentals and classes, call Umiak at (802)865-6777.

True North Kayak - True North Kayak Tours has been operating on the shore of Vermont's Lake Champlain for the past 10 years, its experienced guides live locally and are familiar with the Lake's rich historical and natural history.