Burlington is situated on the Eastern shore of Lake Champlain. It is the largest city in the state, yet it remains uniquely Vermont. The cultural activities, location and architectural beauty make Burlington a great place to visit. Winner of the "Great American Main Street Award", Burlington is home to the lively Church Street Marketplace, featuring year-round shopping, entertainment, street vendors, galleries and cafes.
Things to do in South Burlington
Ben & Jerry's
Tour the factory that makes some of the most famous ice cream in the world. Call for current admission rates. Call 802-651-9600 for more information.
30 Community Drive, Burlington, VT
Birds of Vermont Museum
A natural history museum based on wood carvings of the state's birds. Located in Huntington. Call 802-434-2167 for more information.
900 Sherman Hollow Road, Burlington, VT
Bolton Valley Resort
45 minutes from Burlington (20 miles). Located in Bolton.
4302 Bolton Valley Access Road, Burlington, VT
Burlington Community Glass Studio
Offering classes in stained glass design, mosaic design and silk painting. Our full service studio offers materials for stained glass construction including a large selection of glass, tools & chemicals. We offer open studio rentals. The studio offers great lighting, proper ventilation and best of all a community of other artists. We also offer finished pieces for sale as well as commissioned work. Open Monday - Thursday 10am - 6pm; other days by appointment only. Call 802-324-4019 for more information.
416 Pine Street E-1, Burlington, VT
Burlington Farmers Market
More than 40 vendors sell a wide variety of crafts, foods and agricultural products. Early May - ate October Saturdays 8:30am - 2:30pm. Located at College Street & City Hall Park. Call 888-889-8188 for more information.
Cabot Creamery
Enjoy a video and a tour of our factory. Tours are offered. Call ahead for cheese making days. Located in Montpelier. Call 888-792-2268 for more information.
1 Home Farm Way, Burlington, VT
Canoe Imports
Making recreation happen on the water - exploring, touring, fishing, white water relaxing, racing. Canoe Imports specializes in canoes, kayaks, small sail boats. Accessories include the necessities - paddles, life jackets, car-top carriers and all the extras, gear bags, clothing, footwear, books, motor brackets. Open Monday - Friday 10am - 6pm; Saturday 9am - 5om; Sunday 12 - 5pm.
370 Dorset Street, Burlington, VT
Catamount Family Center
15 minutes from Burlington, (3 miles). Located in Williston.
Cedar Knoll Country Club
Worth the 20 minute drive through the Vermont country-side! Located on Highway 116 in Hinesburg.
Champ Charters
Sport fishing charters.
78 Main Street, Burlington, VT
Champlain College
A private, nonprofit college with 24 undergraduate programs and a Master's degree in Science in Managing Innovation and Information Technology. Evening and on-line programs are available to students too. Call 802-860-2700 for more information.
163 South Willard Street, Burlington, VT
Cheese Outlet
New England's largest wine and cheese warehouse with cheese, wine, and gourmet foods from around the world! Call 800-447-1205 for more information.
400 Pine Street, Burlington, VT
Church & Maple Glass Blowing Studio
Watch the ancient art of glass blowing; talk with the artists, watch demonstrations, and browse our shop for handcrafted originals and factory seconds. Children welcome and handicapped accessible. Open Monday - Saturday 9am - 5pm. Call 802-863-3880 for more information.
225 Church Street, Burlington, VT
Church Street Marketplace
Restaurants, street vendors, and more than 100 retail shops lend Vermont's favorite pedestrian mall a distinctive flair Open year-round. Individual store and restaurant hours vary. Call 802-863-1648 for more information.
2 Church Street, Burlington, VT
Cold Hollow Cider Mill
Visit, watch cider being made, and enjoy the unique Vermont specialty foods and crafts store featuring jelly, apple and fruit butters, maple syrups and candies, pancake mixes, mustards, smoked hams and much more. Located at Waterbury Center. Call 802-244-8771 for more information.
Dakin Farm
Vermont's finest cob-smoked ham, aged cheddar cheese, pure maple syrup, and other specialty foods. Free Samples. Open year-round 7 days a week. Located at Route 7 Ferrisburg & 100 Dorset Street. Call 800-993-2546 for more information.
ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center
Discover the interactive exhibits and over 60 species of live fish, amphibians, and reptiles at Echo Lake Aquarium and Science Center. This facility is open year round and offers activities and events for the whole family. Located at One College Street . Call 802-864-1848 for more information.
Essex Junction Bicycles
Bike & tandem rentals.
50 Pearl Street, Burlington, VT
Ethan Allen Homestead Historic Site & Museum
Visit the homestead of famed American freedom fighter, Ethan Allan. The homestead has been made into a museum and it's a significant historical site in terms of American history. Tours include the Revolutionary War hero's 1787 farmhouse; call for current admission rates. Call 802-865-4556 for more information.
1 Ethan Allen Homestead, Burlington, VT
Firehouse Center for the Visual Arts
Vermont's newest art and education center located on the Church Street Marketplace. The center houses the Firehouse Gallery, Community Darkroom, Education Studios, Conference Center and much more. Resident and visitors alike can enjoy the stimulating environment of the Gallery as well as talks, lectures, special events, classes and workshops. Call 802-865-7166 for more information.
149 Church Street, Burlington, VT
Flynn Theater for the Performing Arts
An art-deco landmark hosting the finest international, national, and regional performing arts events in a 1453 seat auditorium and a new, 150 seat small performance space. 153 Main Street Call 802-652-4500 for more information.
Frog Hollow Vermont State Craft Center
A rigorous jury process means only the finest contemporary and traditional Vermont crafts are shown in Frog Hollow's galleries. Our three galleries feature a dazzling collection of work by more than 250 Vermont artisans in all media. Call 802-863-6458 for more information.
85 Church Street, Burlington, VT
Kingsland Bay State Park
Kingsland Bay State Park is one of Vermont's newest parks and at present has limited services. Much of the 264 acres, along the shores of Lake Champlain, remains as a natural area. The historic Hawley House (1790) is part of the complex. Open mid-May - September (Labor Day). Located , in Ferrisburgh.
787 Kingsland Bay State Park Road, Burlington, VT
Lake Champlain Basin Science Center
Learn about turtles, snakes, frogs and fish through hands-on interaction. Call for current admission rates. Call 802-864-1848 for more information.
1 College Street, Burlington, VT
Lake Champlain Chocolates
Our chocolates are made with European chocolate and the finest of natural ingredients such as Vermont sweet butter, cream, maple syrup, honey, and fruits. Open Monday - Saturday 9am - 6pm; Sunday noon - 5pm; free tours on the hour 9am - 2pm Monday - Saturday. Call 800-465-5909 for more information.
750 Pine Street, Burlington, VT
Lake Champlain Cruise & Charters
Lake Champlain cruises offers lunch and scenic cruises Monday thru Friday, Thursday Supper Club Cruises, and brunch on Saturday & Sunday. Lake Champlain Cruises newest boat Northern Lights was built in 2002 and offers an elegant and relaxed environment for any event. Operating June 01 - October 31; office hours 8am - 4pm. Call 802-864-9669 for more information.
1 King Street, Burlington, VT
Lake Champlain Ferries
Between Grand Isle, VT and Plattsburgh, NY the ferries operate all year, 24 hours a day- between Burlington, VT and Port Kent, NY. We also operate Lake Champlain Cruises. Please call for a schedule. Office hours 8am - 5pm. Located King Street Dock. Call 802-864-9804 for more information.
Main Street Landing at Burlington's Waterfront
Bike, rollerblade, dine, see a movie or a play, visit shops, go to the park, sit overlooking the lake and Adirondack Mountains, view the most beautiful sunset in the world, go out on a boat, fish, swim, visit a museum or just relax and enjoy this special place - the Burlington Waterfront. 24 hours a day. Located at Three Main Street - CornerStone Building at the Burlington Waterfront.
Mt. Philo State Park
The 168-acre park is located atop Mt. Philo (968' elevation) and overlooks the Lake Champlain Valley and the Adirondack Mountains of New York. A narrow, steep road (not recommended for trailers) provides visitors access to the top of the mountain. This is Vermont's oldest state park, created in 1924. Open mid May - October 15. Located in Charlotte.
5425 Mt Philo Road,, Burlington, VT
Robert Hull Fleming Museum
Exhibits include European, American, Asian & Middle Eastern art. Call for more information. Located at UVM - 61 Colchester Avenue. Call 802-656-0750 for more information.
Rocky Ridge Golf Club
18 holes/72 par
68 Ledge Road, Burlington, VT
Smuggler's Notch Resort
60 minutes from Burlington, (45 miles). Located on Rt. 108 South in Jeffersonville.
Spirit of Ethan Allen II Lake Cruises
Escape to the Lake aboard a 500 passenger luxury cruise ship. Enjoy the breathtaking mountain scenery and discover Lake Champlain accompanied by a historic Narration Scenic Cruise, Sunset, Brunch, Dinner, Murder Mystery, or Variety Show Dinner Cruise. Search for Champ, the elusive lake monster. Operating May 01 - October 14; tours daily at 10am, noon, 2pm, 4pm & 6:30pm. Departs from Spirit Landing at the Burlington Boathouse at College Street. Call 802-862-8300 for more information.
Stowe Ski Resort
One of the best known ski resorts in the world, Stowe is also one of the most picturesque. The town's image is always centered on its classic New England white church steeple, but the town stretches along the roadside up to Mount Mansfield, with one classic building after another along the way. Located 45 minutes from Burlington, (39 miles) and Stowe.
Sugarbush Resort
60 minutes from Burlington, (45 miles) in Warren.
The Classic Outfitters
Fly fishing instruction and day trips.
861 Williston Road, Burlington, VT
University of Vermont
The University of Vermont was established in 1791 as the fifth University in New England. Dedicated to educating individuals and instilling in them the value of contributing to American society, this university has much to offer. Tours are available. Call 802-656-3131 for more information.
Vermont Expos
The Vermont Expos, Professional Minor League Baseball Team, have been affiliated with the Montreal Expos baseball system since 1994. Do not miss attending a game at Centennial Field in Burlington as it is "more than a game." The Expos' season runs from Mid-June - early September and games are played Monday - Saturday beginning at 7:05 pm; Sunday games at 5:05pm. Located in Champlain Mill. Call 802-655-4200 for more information.
1 Main Street, Burlington, VT
Vermont National Country Club
18 meticulously designed championship holes with 5 tees each offer challenge to the experienced player while preserving the enjoyment and playability for the average enthusiast. Located minutes from downtown Burlington, the par 72 course is open for public play daily from 7am to 8pm.
1227 Dorset Street, Burlington, VT
Vermont Stage Company
Vermont Stage Company is Burlington's only year-round professional theater. VSC combines nationally renowned talent with the best Vermont-based actors. VSC also founded the Vermont Young Playwrights Project and has five new productions scheduled for next season. Call 802-656-4351 for more information.
Vermont Symphony Orchestra
A no not for profit organization that exists for the purpose of fostering and encouraging the appreciation of music in all its various forms, with emphasis on orchestral, choral and chamber music. Call 802-864-5741 for more information.
2 Church Street, Suite 19, Burlington, VT
Vermont Teddy Bear Company
Delight in the fun-filled tour where teddy bears come to life before your eyes. Browse for gifts in the Bear Shop, or create your own teddy bear in the "Make a Friend for Life" fun factory. Open Daily for 12 and over. Located 1/2 mile south of Shelburne museum on Route 7 in Shelburne. Call 802-985-3001 for more information.
Vermont Wildflower Farm/American Meadows Inc.
The largest wildflower seeds center in the East, complete with 6 acres of wildflowers to gaze at. Pathways are lined with easy to understand plaques that explain herbal histories, romantic legends and other fascinating facts. Open from May 1st through late October. Located on US Route 7 just 12 miles south of Burlington. Call 802-985-9455 for more information.
Whistling Man Schooner Company
This company offers sailing cruises on an old fashioned schooner. The boat may be chartered for full day or half day cruises from May 15-Oct 15 on Lake Champlain. Daily sailing cruises are available as well. The boat is docked at the Burlington Community Boathouse and all cruises leave from this location. Located at Burlington Community Boathouse at College Street.
Winds of Ireland
The gentle rocking of the boat, wind in your hair, sunshine on your face, breezes, waves and gulls. Our fleet offers comfort and modern amenities for days of cruising ease and fun. U.S. Coast Guard licensed Captains with meticulously maintained boats, 120 Sq. miles of fresh water, quaint harbor towns, secluded coves and islands await your discovery. Bareboat Charters, Captained Sailing Cruises offered times daily at 11:30am, 2pm & Sunset May 15 - October 15. Located at Burlington Community Boathouse at Lower College Street.