Waterfront Travel Guide
Burlington
Popular places to visit
Waterfront Park
Attend a concert at the festival site and take a boat tour from this lakeside park. Shady trees and colorful patches of flowers decorate the shoreline.
University of Vermont
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Vermont during your travels in Burlington. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the stunning cathedral in the area.
Church Street Marketplace
Enjoy the lively ambiance as you shop and admire the elegant façades of some of the oldest buildings in the city.
Champlain College
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Champlain College during your travels in Burlington. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.
ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life you'll find at ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center during your visit to Burlington. Visit the area's stunning cathedral or amble around its lakeside.
Spirit of Ethan Allen Boat
Explore the waterfront in Burlington with a trip to Spirit of Ethan Allen Boat. Visit the area's churches or amble around its lakeside.
Top hotels in Waterfront
Green Mountain Suites Hotel
This property is terrific. From the entrance and fireplace in the lobby to the staff greeting you as you walk in. Room is spacious and breakfast food and area are very nice.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express South Burlington Downtown by IHG
Overall maybe not in Burlington Downtown proper however it’s accessible via transit plus in some ways might be better terms of food options & breakfast here is WAY better than previous spot I did.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Anchorage Inn
Parking was easy, room was comfortable, but run down. The rooms definedly need some attention.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont
Worked well being close to town and the university.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Hotel Champlain Burlington, Curio Collection by Hilton
Beautiful property and amenities with excellent customer service.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Hampton Inn Colchester
Clean room, convenient, friendly staff
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Waterfront
Old North End
While Old North End may 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 Flynn Center for the Performing Arts.
Downtown Burlington
If you're spending some time in Downtown Burlington, Church Street Marketplace and Flynn Center for the Performing Arts are top sights worth seeing.
Centennial
While visiting Centennial, you might make a stop by sights like Winooski Falls Mill District and Centennial Field.
South End
While visiting South End, you might make a stop by sights like World's Tallest Filing Cabinet and Blanchard Beach.
New North End
If you're spending some time in New North End, Gordon H. Paquette Arena at Leddy Park and North Beach are top sights worth seeing.
