Southern Vermont

Travel Guide

Wilmington showing autumn leaves and a city
Manchester which includes a city
Southern Vermont featuring a bridge
Mount Equinox showing forests, autumn leaves and tranquil scenes
Wilmington which includes a house

Browse the art galleries and museums in the towns, motor along a spectacular skyline drive and rush down thrilling ski slopes.

Southern Vermont is a historic and scenic region adorned with white churches and rustic villages. Its varied terrain has appeal throughout the seasons, with snow-capped mountains, green forests and sprawling fields. Explore the historical sites offering a glimpse into the country before the days of the American Revolution.

Explore the charming town of WilmingtonOpens in a new window, which contains many boutiques and restaurants as well as the Jim McGrath Gallery and Studio. Bring your kids out to the countryside to see the animals at Adams Family Farm. Out in the rolling pastures, find Hermitage Golf Club and Molly Stark State Park.

Visit other towns in Southern Vermont, such as ManchesterOpens in a new window and Bennington. The latter is a cultural haven, with such sites as the Bennington Museum, the Old First Congregational Church and the Bennington Center for the Arts.

Head east to reach BrattleboroOpens in a new window, among the most picturesque towns in Windham County. Admire the range of architectural styles, with the Gothic façade of the Municipal Center and the shingle style of the Rudyard Kipling House among the highlights. Visit the Tasha Tudor Museum to learn about the life of the children’s author and inspect the displays in the Brattleboro Museum & Art Center.

In winter, Mount SnowOpens in a new window is among the state’s most desirable destinations. Rush down the slopes of varying difficulty in this resort, located in the Green Mountain and Finger Lakes National Forests area. Ski season runs from October through April. In summer, the Skyline Drive to the peak of nearby Mount EquinoxOpens in a new window offers panoramic views of the valleys and mountains in the park.

The region borders New Hampshire, Massachusetts and New York in the northeastern part of the country. Fly to Albany International Airport or Burlington International Airport and rent a car for the journey here or get around the area via Amtrak train and Greyhound bus.

The charming towns of Southern Vermont serve as year-round bases for the endless outdoor activities in the parks.

Where to stay in Southern Vermont

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Bromley Mountain

While visiting Bromley Mountain, you might make a stop by sights like Bromley Mountain Ski Resort and Bromley Alpine Slide.

Bromley Mountain
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West Dummerston

Visitors to West Dummerston like its mountain views and riverfront, and West River is a sight worth a stop.

West Dummerston
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North Bennington Historic District

Travellers like the historical sites in North Bennington Historic District, and Park McCullough House is a top attraction you might want to visit.

North Bennington Historic District
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Forest Farms

Forest Farms might not have many top sights, but Stratton Mountain Golf Course and Stratton Mountain Summit Gondola are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Forest Farms
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Mountain Acres

Though Mountain Acres may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Jamaica State Park and Stratton Mountain Golf Course.

Mountain Acres
Colonial Motel And Spa
Colonial Motel And Spa
3 out of 5
889 Putney Rd, Brattleboro, VT
The price is €92 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
€92
16 Jul - 17 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa motel in Brattleboro. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 indoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
6.6/10 (1,006 reviews)
"This is my go to place to stay. Its always clean, check in is quick and easy. The staff has always been polite and helpful when something has come up. The price is the best around."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025

Colonial Motel And Spa
Kimpton Taconic Hotel by IHG
Kimpton Taconic Hotel by IHG
4 out of 5
3835 Main St., Manchester, VT
The price is €198 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
€198
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Manchester. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (777 reviews)
"Our favorite place to stay in the area"

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

Kimpton Taconic Hotel by IHG
The Equinox Golf Resort & Spa
The Equinox Golf Resort & Spa
4.5 out of 5
3567 Main Street Route 7A, Manchester, VT
The price is €195 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
€195
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in our ...
7.2/10 Good! (493 reviews)
"The property was historic and very quaint and the common areas were nice. Coffee was good. For the price paid -carpet in halls & elevator needed replaced/woodwork repainted. Air conditioner was a window unit/room outdated."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

The Equinox Golf Resort & Spa
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.
Long Trail House at Stratton Mountain Resort
Long Trail House at Stratton Mountain Resort
3 out of 5
761 Stratton Access Rd, Stratton, VT
Stay at this 3-star ski aparthotel in Stratton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 10 restaurants. Popular attractions Stratton Mountain Resort and Villager ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (74 reviews)
"Nice, clean room in prime location"

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2025

Long Trail House at Stratton Mountain Resort
Cottage in the woods with a firepit, grill, washer/dryer, & AC - dog-friendly
Cottage in the woods with a firepit, grill, washer/dryer, & AC - dog-friendly
Wilmington
Stay at this cottage in Wilmington. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions The Art of Humor Gallery and Lake Raponda ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (33 reviews)
Great place and location
"Stayed twice would stay again"

Reviewed on 5 Apr 2025

Cottage in the woods with a firepit, grill, washer/dryer, & AC - dog-friendly
Private, Dog-Friendly Estate with Free WiFi, Fireplaces, Washer/Dryer, & Pond
Private, Dog-Friendly Estate with Free WiFi, Fireplaces, Washer/Dryer, & Pond
Winhall
Stay at this vacation home in Winhall. Enjoy a water park, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Stratton Mountain Resort and Winhall River are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
Had a wonderful stay!
"We were two families with teenagers and everyone enjoyed their stay. The house is setup very well and there is attention paid to the tiniest detail."

Reviewed on 26 May 2025

Private, Dog-Friendly Estate with Free WiFi, Fireplaces, Washer/Dryer, & Pond
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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