Burlington

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Waterfront Park showing a marina
Burlington which includes a sunset and a lake or waterhole
Waterfront Park featuring a bay or harbour
Waterfront Park
Burlington showing cuddly or friendly animals

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 centre. 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-kilometre) 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 colourful.

Where to stay in Burlington

Burlington

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.

Downtown Burlington
Lake Champlain Ferry featuring a marina

South End

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

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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.

Old North End
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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.

New North End
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Centennial

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

Centennial
Waterfront Park featuring a bay or harbour

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.

Waterfront
Hotel Champlain Burlington, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Champlain Burlington, Curio Collection by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
60 Battery St, Burlington, VT
The price is €193 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€193
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & 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 ...
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Couple Night
"Location was good. Employees were nice. Coffee machine didn’t work and buffet breakfast was cold and overpriced."

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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
The price is €171 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€171
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & 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! (1,003 reviews)
"Great Location"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Burlington Downtown
Hotel Vermont

Hotel Vermont

3.5 out of 5
41 Cherry St, Burlington, VT
The price is €234 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€234
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & 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! (1,001 reviews)
Perfect Downtown Hotel
"We enjoyed our stay here. It was clean and comfy and the staff were extremely friendly & helpful."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Hotel Vermont
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Newly Renovated! - Sunny, Plush, Comfy, w /Coffee!

Newly Renovated! - Sunny, Plush, Comfy, w /Coffee!

2 out of 5
Burlington
Stay at this apartment in Burlington. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Church Street Marketplace and Cathedral of the Immaculate ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
"Nice place in a great part of town. Walk to restaurants, etc."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Newly Renovated! - Sunny, Plush, Comfy, w /Coffee!
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! (11 reviews)
Great stay
"Thoughtful design and touches with responsive hosts. 5 stars well deserved!"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

2BR Burlington Apartment!
Unique Top-Floor Apt in BTV

Unique Top-Floor Apt in BTV

Burlington
Stay at this apartment in Burlington. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffeemaker, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Church Street Marketplace ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Beautiful Apartment in Great Location
"Perfect accommodations for a girls weekend! The apartment was exactly as described, beautifully furnished and extremely clean. Great location to visit Church St., and other Burlington sights. Close to train station and airport. Centrally located, steps away from UVM, but quiet. Plenty of parking. ..."

Reviewed on 9 Apr 2025

Unique Top-Floor Apt in BTV
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