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Northern Vermont Attractions

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Places of interest in Northern Vermont

Northern Vermont is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Northern Vermont, and make it a breeze to explore Northern Vermont and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Northern Vermont to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Northern Vermont, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Northern Vermont.

Northern Vermont attractions

Northern Vermont has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Northern Vermont to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Northern Vermont.

Looking for things to do in Northern Vermont can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Northern Vermont or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Northern Vermont attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!

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Top places to visit

1. Stowe Mountain Resort

Plan for a vacation of breathtaking scenery, sporting adventures and performing arts at Stowe Mountain Resort. Ski in winter and bike, hike and play golf in summer. Watch live music performances, dine at the varied restaurants and shop for upscale fashion and sporting apparel. Stowe Mountain Resort sits on the slopes of 4,393-foot-tall (1,339-meter) Mt. Mansfield, the highest mountain in Vermont.

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2. Sugarbush Ski Resort

Sugarbush Ski Resort is a favored snowfield in Northern Vermont, where the Mad River Valley sweeps up to the summits of Mount Ellen and Lincoln Peak. Explore an exciting range of ski trails, from beginner runs to black-diamond terrain. Ride the modern ski lifts to well-maintained ski fields or search for fresh powder on the resort’s backcountry ski areas.

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At this extensive ski resort in Mad River Valley you can navigate trails through wooded areas or try skiing for the first time on the dedicated "go slow" slopes.

3. Smugglers Notch

Bring the kids to Smugglers’ Notch Resort, a special destination designed to provide perfect family vacation experiences on the snowy slopes. Cozy condominium-style accommodations complement an abundance of activities. The resort village is a true family community.

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Fill your days with fun on and off the snow at this family-friendly ski resort. Return in the evenings to warm and welcoming lodgings.

4. Jay Peak Ski Resort

Visit Jay Peak for a memorable experience in Vermont’s spectacular Green Mountains. Carve down gorgeous powder runs on your skis or snowboard, let kids play at modern entertainment facilities and indulge in a luxurious resort lifestyle.

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Jay Peak Ski Resort featuring a pool, interior views and rides

5. Church Street Marketplace

Church Street Marketplace is an outdoor plaza flanked by shops, restaurants and cafés. The pedestrianized area is the lively heart of Burlington, where festivals and events take place. Get a sense of the local region by chatting to vendors and fellow travelers in this fashionable zone.

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Church Street Marketplace featuring outdoor eating, markets and street scenes

6. Waterfront Park

Waterfront Park is a scenic setting covering about 900 feet (270 meters) of the eastern shoreline of Lake Champlain. The park has several trails, pretty floral displays and a boardwalk offering excellent views of the water. Stroll along the gentle paths of this Burlington park with your family.

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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.

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What to do in Northern Vermont

Popular places to visit

Stowe Mountain Resort

From carving pristine runs to riding a scenic gondola and shopping at a farmers market, Vermont’s tallest peak offers activities for everyone.

Sugarbush Ski Resort

At this extensive ski resort in Mad River Valley you can navigate trails through wooded areas or try skiing for the first time on the dedicated "go slow" slopes.

Smugglers Notch

Fill your days with fun on and off the snow at this family-friendly ski resort. Return in the evenings to warm and welcoming lodgings.

Jay Peak Ski Resort

Ski or snowboard down scenic trails, splash in a state-of-the-art water park and enjoy golf on a championship course at this invigorating mountain resort.

Church Street Marketplace

Enjoy the lively ambiance as you shop and admire the elegant façades of some of the oldest buildings in the city.

Lake Willoughby

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Willoughby during your travels in Orleans. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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.

Smugglers' Notch Ski Area

Hit the slopes at Smugglers' Notch Ski Area, a top ski area in Stowe. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Lake Champlain Ferry

Across the United States you can drive a car over most state borders. For a unique border crossing, travel between New York and Vermont by ferry.

Explore areas of Northern Vermont

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.

South End

While visiting South End, you might make a stop by sights like World's Tallest Filing Cabinet and Lake Champlain Ferry.

Malletts Bay

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Though Malletts Bay may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sunset Drive-In Theater and Auer Family Boathouse.

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 Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center.

New North End

If you're spending some time in New North End, Gordon H. Paquette Arena at Leddy Park and North Avenue Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.

Centennial

While visiting Centennial, you might make a stop by sights like Winooski Falls Mill District and Centennial Field.

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