Vermont

Vermont’s appeal changes with the seasons. Lake Champlain transforms from a swim spot to a skating rink in winter. There are over 1,000 mountains and 25 ski resorts, including beginner-friendly Bromley and Jay Peak for backcountry skiers. Fall brings vibrant foliage everywhere, from the trails of Vermont’s highest peak Mount Mansfield to the country roads that run through the state’s 100 covered bridges. Vermont is also known for its maple syrup, cheeses, and craft beer, which you can sample at farms and in small towns. If you only have time for one, make it postcard-perfect Stowe, surrounded by hiking trails and bike paths; its compact center is filled with clapboard buildings housing shops, cafés, and restaurants.

A view of the church and a wide, red brick road in Burlington, Vermont Church Street Marketplace downtown city. Fall trees that are orange and yellow line the road on the right and left side.

End your road trip in Burlington, Vermont’s capital.

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Overview

Planning your trip

Use these articles, resources, and guides to plan and inspire your next trip to Vermont.

Read Before You Go
Hotels
New England is brimming with historic grande dames, design-minded boutique hotels, wellness retreats, and glamping getaways.
Twin Farms in Vermont is a standard setter for luxurious getaways in the Northeast—and now the retreat’s new Treehouse accommodations are elevating it further.
Lace up your hiking boots: These vacation rentals are perfectly situated for adventurers who love to explore on foot.
With their firepits and comfort-minded interiors, these are the best hideaways where you can embrace the chill this season.
Whether you’re dreaming of waking up in a tree house in the woods or a ski chalet near the slopes, these are the best Vermont Airbnbs to book for your next getaway.
There’s one for every travel need, whether you’re searching for the best beer in a new city or want to propose to your significant other far from home.
Resources to help plan your trip
The 50 Best Things to Do this Summer in All 50 States: The Northeast
Where to eat, sip, sleep, and play in Vermont.
Split! Eight Quirky Border Towns
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