ATTRACTIONS
Amusements
ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center
One College Street • Burlington, VT 05401
802-864-1848
Discover 60 species of fish, amphibians, invertebrates, and reptiles, over 100 hands-on experiences, major traveling exhibits, and the Awesome Forces Theater. Live animal feedings and daily ECHO Encounters. The 2.2 acre site is also highlighted by the Lake Champlain Navy Memorial, Eclectic Gift Shop and seasonal café. Located at the Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, on Vermont’s Burlington Waterfront. Open year-round, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.; closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve & Day, and most Mondays in winter. more... mapGeorgia Family Fun Center
826 Ethan Allen Highway • Burlington, VT 05468
About 20 Minutes Away in Georgia
802-524-5890
Go karts, bumperboats, miniature golf, restaurant, and ice cream shop.
Historic Homes & Buildings
Ethan Allen Homestead Museum (circa 1787)
Located off Route 127
802-865-4556
The historic home of Vermont's founder Ethan Allen, situated on a small promontory just above the Winooski River; the Ethan Allen Homestead Museum is part of the Winooski Valley Parks District. Open from mid-May to mid-October, the Homestead offers "hands-on history, spectacular scenery and riverside picnic areas and walks," including "a genuine slice of 18th century life and an intimate look at Vermont's most colorful and controversial founder." more...
Historic Sites & Monuments
Lake Champlain Navy Memorial Lone Sailor Statue
1 College Street • Burlington, VT 05401
802-864-1848 ext 131
The Memorial commemorates Lake Champlain’s significant naval history, and honors all men and women who have served, and currently serve, the U.S. military. The US Navy Memorial Foundation approved Vermont’s Burlington Waterfront as the second site outside the nation’s capitol, and the first civilian site, to be awarded this honor. The Memorial and Lone Sailor statue were made by Vermont granite company, Rock of Ages, crafters of the World War II Memorial in Washington D.C. Stanley Bleifeld is the US Navy Memorial sculptor and creator of the Lone Sailor statue. more... map
Museums & Galleries
Firehouse Center for the Visual Arts
149 Church Street • Burlington, VT 05401
802-865-7166
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. more... mapFrog Hollow Craft Center & School
250 Main Street • Burlington, VT 05401
802-860-7474
Frog Hollow is a non-profit visual arts gallery and school. The gallery features work by Vermont artisans in all media. The craft school offers art and craft classes for students of all ages and abilities. Courses are offered in several media. Programs for community-based organizations have also been developed to meet the needs of the Vermont communities. more... mapRobert Hull Fleming Museum
61 Colchester Avenue • Burlington, VT 05405
University of Vermont
802-656-2090 or 802-656-0750
Houses Vermont's most comprehensive collection of art and anthropology. Exhibits feature African, American, Asian, European and Middle Eastern art, plus ongoing exhibits of paintings by 20th century Vermont artists. more... map
Parks, Gardens & Zoos
Horsford's Gardens & Nursery
2111 Greenbush Rd • Burlington, VT 05445
In Nearby Charlotte
802-425-2811
Vermont's oldest nursery features 42 acres of gardens, ponds, walking paths and nursery fields. more... mapLang Farm Nursery
51 Upper Main Street • Burlington, VT 05452
In Nearby Essex Junction
802-878-5720
A 19th century farm with nursery and display gardens featuring Vermont-grown trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals and pumpkins. Visit the farm animals and take a hayride in the fall. Also offering an eclectic gift shop. mapMount Philo State Park
5425 Mount Philo Road • Burlington, VT 05445
In Nearby Charlotte
802-425-2390, 888-409-7579
The 168-acre park is located atop Mt. Philo and overlooks the Lake Champlain Valley. Open seasonally during daylight hours. more... mapVermont Wildflower Farm
3488 Ethan Allen Hwy • Burlington, VT 05445
12 miles south of Burlington
802-985-9455, 802-425-3641
One of Vermont's best-known tourist attractions, with 6 acres of flowers. Also large flower-themed gift shop plus wildflower seed for all regions of the U.S. more... map
Tours & Cruises
North Ramp Aviation
1150 Airport Drive • Burlington, VT 05403
South Burlington
802-865-4366
Come and enjoy the Champlain Valley and Green Mountains from the air. Rides are scheduled at your convenience year-round with airplanes for one to three passengers. more... mapNorthern Lights Cruises
1 King Street • Burlington, VT 05401
King Street Dock
802-864-9804, 802-864-9669
Vermont's premier private cruise boat, The Northern Lights offers an ideal setting for weddings, anniversaries, corporate functions, birthday parties or to simply enjoy the spectacular beauty of Lake Champlain. Their experienced, professional staff will assist you with every detail of your cruise to ensure that it is memorable and worry-free. Boarding up to 150 guests, they are proud to offer the highest quality food and a full service bar. Daily, dinner, and concert cruises available. more... mapSpirit of Ethan Allen llI
348 Flynn Avenue • Burlington, VT 05402
802-862-8300
Offering Lake Champlain shoreline cruises aboard the Spirit of Ethan Allen III, a 500-passenger triple deck cruise ship. Daily narrated scenic cruises are available for lunch, brunch, or dinner. On board food and beverage. Enclosed and heated. Departs from Burlington Boathouse, on College Street. more...Whistling Man Schooner Company
607 Irish Settlement Road • Burlington, VT 05401
College Street
802-598-6504
Sail aboard the classic sloop Friend Ship, Lake Champlain's only U.S. Coast Guard certified sailing vessel. She is termed a Friendship Sloop and was built in Southwest Harbor Maine in 1981. Offering two hour cruises that leave three times a day, seven days a week, from their slip adjacent to the new ECHO Center for Lake Champlain and the Burlington Community Boathouse. They also offer private charters and can accommodate up to 17 passengers. Reservations are recommended. more... map
Vineyards, Wineries & Breweries
Magic Hat Brewing Company
5 Bartlett Bay Road • Burlington, VT 05403
South Burlington
802-658-BREW
Where ancient alchemy meets modern-day science to produce the best tasting beer on the planet. Offering free guided tours through their very interesting brewery where you can taste test a number of their wildly popular beers, including some limited editions and experimental beers. Call for times. more... mapVermont Pub and Brewery
144 College Street • Burlington, VT 05401
802-865-0500
Their 14-barrel whole-grain cellar brewery reflects the accumulated tradition of centuries of craft brewing and enables them to exercise and enjoy something unusual in brewing: creativity. Tour the brewery, enjoy the pub food, and see the difference for yourself. more... map
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