Title: Rochester Travel Guide: Best of Rochester, Vermont Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Rochester](https://expedia.co.uk/Rochester-Hotels.d152205.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Rochester](https://expedia.co.uk/Rochester-Holiday-Rentals.d152205.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Rochester Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Rochester.d152205.Car-Hire-Guide)[Rochester Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Rochester.d152205.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Rochester Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Rochester featuring a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/152205/b7fb79fc-9d54-4855-96df-c1be04b291a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rochester featuring a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/152205/b7fb79fc-9d54-4855-96df-c1be04b291a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rochester which includes a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/152205/0641d15b-2e4f-4752-a65b-894f64e078a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rochester showing a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/152205/a4b42ceb-df48-49e1-b091-f8ab82a91b16.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rochester featuring a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/152205/b527e880-c4ab-49dd-bba7-0874a03b2ac2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Rochester Things to do #### Discover Quarry Hill Creative Centre and other secrets of this beautiful town nestled in Vermont’s Green Mountain National Forest. From stunning vistas to a friendly atmosphere, Rochester offers a typical small-town New England experience. With less than 2,000 residents, nature takes centre stage here. Explore the sprawling Green Mountain National Forest and enjoy a leisurely stroll around town. It’s easy to understand why Rochester is nicknamed the “Heart of the Green Mountains,” with its location in the eastern centre of the [Green Mountain National Forest](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Green-Mountain-National-Forest-Hancock.d6115904.Attraction). Depending on the season, grab your hiking shoes, mountain bike, snowshoes or cross-country skis and trek along its many trails. Hike along some of the forest’s nearly 400,000 acres (160,000 hectares) of rolling mountains and lush woodlands. See Vermont at its most picturesque along the Scenic Route 100 Byway. Travel the Rochester portion or its entire 138 miles (222 kilometres) stretching from the Massachusetts border north to the Canadian border. The route runs the length of the state, along the eastern spine of the Green Mountain National Forest, and is a great way to see Vermont’s storied scenery as you travel. Check out Quarry Hill Creative Centre. Founded in 1946, it is Vermont’s oldest alternative community. The self-described “hip refuge” is a haven for peace-loving people and creative minds. Stroll around its bucolic grounds and learn about life at the centre. Visit downtown Rochester, located on the banks of the lazy White River. Shop and sample the boutiques and restaurants lining the streets. See if an event is taking place in Pierce Hall Community Centre or watch the White River Valley Players perform a play in the high school auditorium. Enjoy a picnic in Rochester Park or listen to live music during the Summer Concert Series held here on Sundays. Rochester feels like its own little universe, but it is actually quite central. Drive north to Montpelier, the state capital, in under an hour. Hit the famous ski slopes at Sugarbush Resort, located just 22 miles (35 kilometres) north in the Green Mountain National Forest. - Top hotels in Rochester - Top Holiday Rentals in Rochester ![Comfort Inn Rutland - Killington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4700/4621/15d4fef0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Comfort Inn Rutland - Killington 19 Allen St Rutland VT £123 9 Feb - 10 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rutland. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews) Great staff, clean hotel very happy :) Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=4621&PinnedHotelID=4621&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=152205) ![Killington Mountain Lodge, Tapestry Collection by Hilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/110000/103700/103640/403a8548_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Killington Mountain Lodge, Tapestry Collection by Hilton 2617 Killington Rd Killington VT £126 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this ski hotel in Killington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a free ski shuttle and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 7.2/10 Good! (1,001 reviews) Close to the resort, nice hot tub, decent room with a modern tv software for easy connections. Good price to hotel quality ratio. Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=103640&PinnedHotelID=103640&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=152205) ![Best Western Inn & Suites Rutland-Killington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16500/16411/9898f616_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Inn & Suites Rutland-Killington 5 Best Western Place Rutland VT £119 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this ski hotel in Rutland. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews) Very good place to stay Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=16411&PinnedHotelID=16411&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=152205) [See all 2,148 properties in Rochester](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026®ionId=152205) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Romantic Retreat: Mt. Views, Hot Tub, Movie Theater](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24300000/24292300/24292231/4c1af109_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Romantic Retreat: Mt. Views, Hot Tub, Movie Theater Granville VT Stay at this cabin in Granville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 10/10 Exceptional! (482 reviews) The host Jeff is extremely responsive and helpful every step of the way. This was our second time staying at one of his cabins in the beautiful part of Vermont and we have enjoyed it both times. We look forward to our next opportunity to rest a relax in nature in these beautiful cabins! Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Granville-Hotels-Romantic-Retreat-10-Acres.h24292231.Hotel-Information) ![Cozy Loft for two with Hot Tub & Mtn Views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59790000/59784500/59784421/434c8b92_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cozy Loft for two with Hot Tub & Mtn Views Granville VT Stay at this cabin in Granville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Plush Quartz Art Glass - Glassblowing Studio & Gallery ... 10/10 Exceptional! (280 reviews) Great stay, great location, had everything we needed! Jeff was a great communicator! Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Granville-Hotels-Romantic-Loft-With-Hot-Tub.h59784421.Hotel-Information) ![Mountain Green](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/101000000/100996900/100996829/a745affc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mountain Green 133 E Mountain Rd Killington Killington VT Stay at this condo in Killington. Enjoy free parking, a picnic area and an indoor pool. Popular attractions Killington Resort and Pico Mountain at Killington ... 7/10 Good! (19 reviews) Great ! Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Killington-Hotels-Mountain-Green.h100996829.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Rochester](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=152205&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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While you're in the area, wander around the parks. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rochester-Public-Library-Rochester.d936038139731025920.Attraction) #### Little Pico Mountain Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Little Pico Mountain during your travels in Rochester. While you're in the area, wander around the parks. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Little-Pico-Mountain-Vermont.d553248635975748988.Attraction) #### White River Golf Club Play a round of golf at White River Golf Club and enjoy other activities in Rochester such as skiing. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area. 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