Burlington, VT

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Vermont’s largest city offers beautiful lakeside views, a thriving cultural scene, wineries, craft breweries and delicious dining experiences in which local produce shines.

Visit the New England city of Burlington to enjoy a lively college town with beautiful bike paths, redbrick buildings and views of the Adirondack Mountains.

As Vermont’s largest town, Burlington features a busy city center. With over 100 shops and restaurants, this is a great place to get a feel for the area. Walk along the redbrick Church Street Marketplace and sample some Burlington specialties. Try craft beer from local microbreweries, which are very common throughout the city. Taste a scoop of locally founded Ben and Jerry’s Ice Cream at the Church Street store. Drink a cup of gourmet coffee from one of the many cafés.

Rent a bike from one of the local businesses to take a ride on the 7.5-mile (12-kilometer) Burlington Bike Path. The path follows Lake Champlain for several miles, passing through six of Burlington’s waterfront parks. Head out to Colchester Point for one of the best views of the lake and the Adirondack Mountains behind it. Stop at Oakledge Park to see the lakeside earth clock, which is a circle of 14 stones arranged around a sundial.

Visit the University of Vermont to the east of town. Featuring open greens with crisscrossing pathways, mammoth brick buildings and a bright,white church steeple, the campus is one of New England’s finest.

Make sure to catch a sunset over Lake Champlain. The sight of the sun going down behind the Adirondack Mountains attracts people to the shoreline each evening.

The best way to arrive in town is by bus or car, which takes about 3.5 hours from Boston and under 2 hours from Montreal. You can also fly into the Burlington International Airport. Although beautiful year-round, a popular time to visit Burlington is during the fall, when the local trees have turned vibrantly colorful.

Where to stay in Burlington

Burlington

Downtown Burlington

While visiting Downtown Burlington, you might make a stop by sights like Church Street Marketplace and Flynn Center for the Performing Arts.

Downtown Burlington
Lake Champlain Ferry showing a marina

South End

4.5/5(42 area reviews)

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

South End
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New North End

While visiting New North End, you might make a stop by sights like Gordon H. Paquette Arena at Leddy Park and North Avenue Shopping Center.

New North End
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Old North End

5/5(17 area reviews)

While Old North End might 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.

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Centennial

If you're spending some time in Centennial, Winooski Falls Mill District and Centennial Field are top sights worth seeing.

Centennial
Waterfront Park showing a bay or harbor

Waterfront

If you're spending some time in Waterfront, Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center and ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center are top sights worth seeing.

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Hotel Champlain Burlington, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Champlain Burlington, Curio Collection by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
60 Battery St, Burlington, VT
$136 nightly
The price is $154 total per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
$154 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Burlington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,230 reviews)
We were able to check in early and it went smoothly. Front desk was sweet and knowledgeable. She gave us ideas on places to go. It was also sweet she remembered I was visiting my 49th state, as we had a charcuterie plate and a sweet "congratulations" note waiting for us in our room the next day. ...

Reviewed on Oct 17, 2025

Hotel Champlain Burlington, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hilton Garden Inn Burlington Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Burlington Downtown

3 out of 5
101 Main Street, Burlington, VT
$142 nightly
The price is $161 total per night from Nov 10 to Nov 11
$161 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Burlington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
Great downtown location close to Church Street Marketplace and the waterfront

Reviewed on Oct 17, 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Burlington Downtown
Hotel Vermont

Hotel Vermont

3.5 out of 5
41 Cherry St, Burlington, VT
$209 nightly
The price is $236 total per night from Nov 3 to Nov 4
$236 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Burlington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
Nice hotel albeit not inexpensive. But well thought out room and conveniences

Reviewed on Oct 17, 2025

Hotel Vermont
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.
Charming 4BR House - Burlington

Charming 4BR House - Burlington

Burlington
Stay at this vacation home in Burlington. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Church Street Marketplace and Cathedral ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
Great location. Accessible to downtown with onsite parking. Comfortable and clean.

Reviewed on Oct 17, 2025

Charming 4BR House - Burlington
Cozy- 2-Bedroom clean and Quiet- Maple St. Walk anywhere

Cozy- 2-Bedroom clean and Quiet- Maple St. Walk anywhere

Burlington
Stay at this apartment in Burlington. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Church Street Marketplace and Flynn Center ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (149 reviews)
The apartment was nice and clean. really love the fact that I didn't have to look for a parking place as there was one out back. It was close to shopping, dining, and the shore of Lake Champlain which was a nice place to visit. I would stay here again and would recommend this place to anyone interested ...

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2025

Cozy- 2-Bedroom clean and Quiet- Maple St. Walk anywhere
2BR Burlington Apartment!

2BR Burlington Apartment!

Burlington
Stay at this apartment in Burlington. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffeemaker, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Church Street Marketplace ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
We were visiting our daughter at for parents weekend at UVM, and this was the perfect home base for my husband, myself, and our other daughter. It was clean, well cared for, and convenient. Easy parking right out front and well maintained unit. Good communication throughout. We would stay here again ...

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

2BR Burlington Apartment!
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.

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