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Experience Burlington, Vermont, from Its Vibrant Downtown and Lake Champlain Waterfront to Local Restaurants, Shops and Cultural Attractions.
Explore Burlington, Vermont, from Church Street and Lake Champlain to local restaurants, independent shops, outdoor adventures and things to do year-round.

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Breweries
Upper Pass Beer brings its Tunbridge roots to Burlington’s New North End, with a taproom made for sampling beyond your usual order.
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Outdoor Recreation
Ancient rock formations sit below North Avenue in Burlington. Here’s how to plan a winter visit to the sea caves at Arthur Park.
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Roadside Attractions
Look up along Burlington’s waterfront: Wizard of Oz-inspired flying monkeys perch overhead, with a backstory involving a waterbed store and theft.
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Casual Eats
From a quick pizza night to dinner worth reserving ahead, these four Burlington Old North End restaurants deserve a spot on your list.
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Cafes
Clover Cafe brings beautifully crafted specialty lattes and a modern aesthetic to South Burlington, although large drinks can cost more than $9.
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Cafes
Frozen hot chocolate is a fun excuse to visit Lake Champlain Chocolates' Pine Street flagship in Burlington, with a café and plenty of treats to bring home.
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Breweries
Switchback Brewing has become a favorite Burlington gathering spot, with experimental beers, Southern-style barbecue and dog-friendly events.
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Breweries
Queen City Brewery flies under the radar in Burlington's South End, but its clean lagers, relaxed taproom and pizza from next door make it a favorite.
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Fine Dining
I’ve had some pretty incredible steakhouse experiences over the years, and two restaurants have set the bar particularly high for me: Hall’s Chophouse in Charleston, South…
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Cafes
Brio Coffee Works is one of my favorite Burlington spots for meeting friends or getting work done, with creative lattes and extra seating in the Soda Plant.
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