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
The price is ¥24,926 per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
¥24,926
per night
Oct 26 - Oct 27
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! (1,165 reviews)
"I am not one to spend time in a hotel room but the view of the lake was so incredible, especially watching the sun set behind the mountains. The staff worked hard to make sure everything was right. I enjoyed their smiles and positivity. People actually smile in Vermont. It's great."

Reviewed on Sep 24, 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
The price is ¥28,615 per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
¥28,615
per night
Oct 26 - Oct 27
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! (1,016 reviews)
"Staff were very personable. Room was clean."

Reviewed on Sep 20, 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Burlington Downtown
Hotel Vermont

Hotel Vermont

3.5 out of 5
41 Cherry St, Burlington, VT
The price is ¥39,861 per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
¥39,861
per night
Oct 26 - Oct 27
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Staff was helpful. Answered any questions we had. Helped with our luggage on the last day because we had a late bus schedule. Morning breakfast server for carry outs ( she was working behind the bar) seemed a bit rushed and inconvenienced with my take out order. I wish they had a server on patio ..."

Reviewed on Sep 25, 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.
Cozy Studio 1/2 block to Church St & Shops-Pets

Cozy Studio 1/2 block to Church St & Shops-Pets

Burlington
Stay at this apartment in Burlington. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Church Street Marketplace and Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5 reviews)
"Great location (central to great restaurants, venues, etc) and provided everything we needed including parking."

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

Cozy Studio 1/2 block to Church St & Shops-Pets
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
"lovely house just a few blocks north of Church Street. Stayed here with my son before he moved into his dorm, my mom and sister, coming in from different cities. we had a great, comfortable stay."

Reviewed on Sep 3, 2025

Charming 4BR House - Burlington
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! (14 reviews)
"The apartment was very clean, comfortable and well stocked with everything you need in the kitchen, except for a coffee pot (there was a keurig with pods though). The host was very quick to answer any questions and our stay was very good. Our only problem was that we had 2 cars and finding safe street ..."

Reviewed on Sep 5, 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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