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Favorite brewery

14th Star Brewing

Brewery Saint Albans City, VT

Tue–Wed, 4–10pm; Thu–Sat, 11am–10pm; Sun, 11am–8pm

Look for Maplefest – Maple Creemee, a maple cream ale brewed with Vermont maple syrup during sugaring season. There is food on site - brunch, lunch and dinner - although it's technically run by a business separate from the brewery itself.
1824 House

1824 House

Inn Waitsfield, VT

Go in the summer and find their private swimming hole! Don't miss their Sunday barn breakfasts the third Sunday of every month too in the barn!
Family orchard

Allenholm Farm

Farm or farm stand South Hero, VT

Allenholm is a must-visit in the Champlain Islands for the Brain Freeze, a layered drink of maple creemee and apple slushee.
Favorite farm market

Arbor Farm Market

Shop or general store South Hero, VT

Mon–Tue closed; Wed–Sat 10am–6pm; Sun 10am–5pm

Give yourself time to browse the shelves; it’s easy to spend longer than intended.
Favorite clothing shop

Art in the Village

Shop or general store Mad River Valley, VT

Rita has a beautiful art gallery right in the heart of Warren, but don't miss shopping her vintage finds and getting to know her too!
Vermont art gallery

Art on Main

Arts & theater Bristol, VT

After browsing the gallery, walk Main Street, duck into Artist’s Alley, and check out the historic homes around the green.
Au Comptoir

Bar or pub Woodstock, VT

Try a mixology class and ask about their secret menu of cocktails!
Cocktail destination

Barr Hill Gin

Bar or pub Greensboro, VT
Favorite food bus

Beansie’s Bus

Restaurant Burlington, VT

Mon–Thu closed; Fri–Sat 10:30am–7pm; Sun 10:30am–6pm

Take your food to a picnic table for a view of the Adirondacks beyond Lake Champlain! Don't miss the burger on a donut and the fries.
Bear Pond Books

Shop or general store Montpelier, VT

Mon–Fri, 10am–6pm; Sat, 10am–5pm; Sun, 11am–4pm

Don't miss the upstairs children's room at Bear Pond Books! It's much more than a collection of children's books, with playful reading nooks, secret passageways and a resident tortoise named Veruca.
Beer Naked Brewery

Restaurant Marlboro, VT

Come for the pizza and beer and stay for the mountain views from one of Vermont's most beautiful sections of road.
Belleville Bakery

Bakery Burlington, VT

Thu–Sun, 11am–2:30pm

Don't miss the cookies - and the cookie subscriptions! Try our their Sunday brunch gatherings for extra community.
Ben & Jerry’s

Creemee or ice cream stand Waterbury, VT

Mon–Sun 10am–7pm

Don't miss the Flavored Graveyard - it's a hoot!
Bensch Mountain Maple

Farm or farm stand Brattleboro, VT

Stop by for a family operated maple sugaring operation. Stock up on well-priced syrup, along with other maple products and learn about the sugaring process from a passionate maker.
Bigfoot Coffee

Café or coffee shop Dummerston, VT

Mon 7am–2pm; Tue–Thu closed; Fri–Sun 7am–2pm

Bigfoot's Maple Latte is one of the best in the state - and don't sleep on the Vietnamese coffee!
Billings Farm & Museum

Museum Woodstock, VT

Mon–Sun 10am–5pm

Don't miss baby animals season and the sunflower stroll!
Bittersweet Bakery

Bakery Grand Isle, VT

Don't miss the Anadama bread! The cheesecakes also freeze perfectly for when you need a sweet treat on demand.
Black Flannel Brewing

Brewery Essex, VT

Tue, 4–8pm; Wed, Thu, 4–10pm; Fri, Sat, noon–9pm

Is shishitos are on the menu , get them! Leave time for visiting more businesses in the Essex Experience.
Favorite restaurant

Black Sheep Bistro

Restaurant Vergennes, VT

Dine in Vermont's smallest city for a romantic dinner or with friends. The mashed potatoes and fries served with the entrees are iconic. The brie-stuffed chicken is always a winner! The duck cigar rolls too1
Blackback Pub

Bar or pub Waterbury, VT

Tue–Sun, noon–midnight

The pub nachos are a must - ask if they have their maple-chipotle sauce to go. Pair it with one of the extensive local crafts beers on tap.
Boxcar Bakery

Bakery Essex Junction, VT

Thu–Mon, 7am–5pm

The gluten-free cupcakes are some of the best in Vermont. Get the snickerdoodle and oatmeal creme pie!
Maple creemee stop

Bragg Farm Sugarhouse

Farm or farm stand East Montpelier, VT

Mon–Sun 8:30am–5pm

The maple samples are a must - and the maple creemees sundaes during sap season are the perfect adventure fuel.
Favorite beach day

Branbury State Park

Park or swimming hole Salisbury, VT

Mon–Fri 10am–7pm; Sat 9am–7pm; Sun 10am–7pm

For a proper beach day, head to the eastern shore of Lake Dunmore; seasonal rentals include canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, pedal boats and a rowboat.
Shelburne farm

Bread and Butter Farm

Farm or farm stand Shelburne, VT

Order ahead for Breakfast Taco Fridays, then pick up something hot at Blank Page Cafe. The farmstand is beautiful in the summer months for fresh produce.
Bromley Mountain

Ski area Peru, VT

Bromley isn't just for skiing! Don't miss the adventure park in the summer for fun for kids of all ages.
Favorite ski mountain

Burke Mountain

Ski area Burke, VT

Mon–Wed closed; Thu 12am–12am; Fri–Sun closed

A gem to visit in the Northeast Kingdom, where you'll find more locals than crowds.
Favorite brewery

Burlington Beer Company

Brewery Burlington, VT

Daily, noon–9pm

Go for a casual lunch with friends or a group; the appetizers are good for sharing. Try a variety of beers from their extensive list.
Favorite breakfast

Butler’s Pantry

Restaurant Stowe, VT

Try the savory pancakes, especially before heading into the mountains.
Maple goods shop

Butternut Mountain Farm

Shop or general store Johnson, VT

Pick up maple syrup and other Vermont-made goods to bring home. A must-stop when in Johnson, paired with a stop at Johnson Woolen Mills.
East Burke café

Café Lotti

Café or coffee shop East Burke, VT

Daily, 7:30am–2:30pm

Come with a big appetite! Try a flavored latte - and ensure you take time to peruse the tables of goodies and admire some of the faces on the walls.
Café Mamajuana

Restaurant Burlington, VT

Daily, 4–9pm

Don't miss Maria's flan and donuts - and Geo's brisket! Have an open mind and try something you normally would go for.
Café Monette

Restaurant Saint Albans City, VT

Make a reservation in advance for a special occasion! Take advantage of specials and ask the server what they would recommend. Only wine, beer and espresso - no cocktails.
Calm Company

Wellness or spa Malletts Bay, VT

Try a sound bath as a group outing or solo wellness experience. Bring in charcuterie and bubbly for a festive hot-cold cycle experience.
Canteen Creemee Company

Creemee or ice cream stand Waitsfield, VT

Mon–Fri closed; Sat–Sun 1pm–7pm

Go for a unique creemee or sundae - but don't miss their savory bites too!
Jasper Hill cheese

Cellars at Jasper Hill

Farm or farm stand Greensboro, VT

Although you cannot visit in person, keep an eye out for local Jasper Hill cheeses are general stores and specialty food stores across the state.
Favorite hotel

Chatham Bars Inn

Hotel

Go in winter for a quieter Cape getaway, and plan to spend more time at the hotel than in the car.
Christie’s Gone Bananas

Creemee or ice cream stand Grand Isle, VT

"There's always money in the banana stand!" Don't miss Christie's during the summer months and the other cottage bakers nearby.
Church Street Marketplace

Shop or general store Burlington, VT

Get downtown and go exploring! Try to visit a new Burlington business every trip.
COHO Inn & Motor Lodge

Hotel Weston, VT

Try booking as part of the Vermont Inn to Inn Walking Tour - a life-changing experience. Don't miss breakfast too!
Cold Hollow Cider Mill

Winery, cidery or distillery Waterbury, VT

Daily, 8am–6pm

A fan favorite - make sure you go at times when its not overrun with traffic, especially during foliage and big ski weekends.
Favorite gift shop

Common Deer

Shop or general store Burlington, VT

A gem in downtown Burlington for finding Vermont-made gifts. One of my favorite places to shop in-person for holiday gifts in the Burlington area. Don't miss Belleville Bakery just across the street!
Copper Grouse at the Taconic

Restaurant Manchester, VT

Eat at the bar for amazing cocktails and appetizers.
Favorite market

Cork Market & The Candy Castle

Shop or general store Stowe, VT

Find better-for-you Swedish candy, along with an extensive selection of natural wines and unique food provisions and gifts.
Crooked Ram

Restaurant Manchester, VT

In the summertime, don't miss The Yard with some of Vermont's best pizza.
Arts center café

CurATE Café

Restaurant Manchester, VT

The perfect spot to enjoy lunch after a museum visit and tour of the grounds. The cocktails and food are better than you might expect. Sit outside and take in the mountain views - especially good in foliage.
Longtime farm favorite

Dakin Farm

Farm or farm stand South Burlington, VT

Dakin is a fun stop on Route 7 between Middlebury and Burlington for local cheese, dips, spreads, jams and more, along with maple syrup, smoked bacon, creeemes and more. Their curated gift boxes make exceptional gifts for Vermont lovers out of state!
Inventive cocktails

Devil Takes a Holiday

Bar or pub Burlington, VT

Don't scour the menu too hard - anything you get will be expertly graduate. Add the servers for recommendations based on your tastes. You will want a few!
Dog lovers’ stop

Dog Mountain

Attraction Saint Johnsbury, VT

Mon–Sun 10am–5pm

Bring your dog to explore the 150 acres of off-leash trails and open space. And tissues!
Korean fried chicken

Donwoori

Restaurant Winooski, VT

The Korean BBQ wings, followed by the Surf and Turf Fried Rice, are the perfect dinner.
Four-legged greeters

Dorset Village Library

Attraction Dorset, VT

Look for Toby and Anouk, the library’s two four-legged greeters but ensure you go during the week! Don't miss their used book basement for purchases too.
Sauna and plunge

Drip Culture

Wellness or spa Waitsfield, VT

Start with a private sauna if the cold plunge makes you nervous, then stick around for a drink in the lounge.
Favorite coffee shop

Duchess Coffee Co

Café or coffee shop Brattleboro, VT

Go for a unique latte or beans and stay for a new book and community. Your latte or matcha will be as beautiful as it is delicious.
Local sauna

East Burke Sauna Club

Wellness or spa Burke, VT

With sauna experiences for up to four people, this is one of the most inexpensive wellness experiences in the state. The setting is beautiful right next to the river with easy access for cold plunging to complete your hot-cold cycle. Guests who stay on site can utilize the hot tub as well!
Hotel restaurant

Eastside Bar + Bites

Restaurant Stowe, VT

Mon 4pm–9pm; Tue–Wed closed; Thu 4pm–9pm; Fri–Sat 4pm–10pm; Sun 4pm–9pm

Eastside is the onside restaurant to Outbound Stowe with fun cocktails and unique dishes.
Edson Hill

Resort Stowe, VT

Edson Hill is equally dreamy in the winter and summer. Highly recommend a swim in the pond in the summer months and as snowshoe around the grounds in winter! Don't miss the resident horses!
Favorite creemee

Elmore Sugarhouse

Creemee or ice cream stand Wolcott, VT

One of the best tasting maple. syrups (and creemes!) in the whole state - especially robust.
Essex Experience

Essex Experience

Shop or general store

Collect a new experience shopping, in the salt cafe, or at a new restaurant - always supporting small and local.
Old-school general store

F.H. Gillingham & Sons

Shop or general store Woodstock, VT

Mon–Sat 8:30am–5pm; Sun 10am–4pm

Leave extra time to shop around - you can find everything you need and some things you don't need here!
Favorite museum

Fairbanks Museum & Planetarium

Museum Saint Johnsbury, VT

Daily, 9am–5pm

Don't miss the planetarium! And don't be in a rush. Take in all of the nuances of the impressive collection.
Farmer and the Bell

Bakery Woodstock, VT

Thu–Sun, 8am–3pm

Don't sleep on the maple creemee with smoked maple and sea salt - even in the winter months!
Pottery workshop

Farmhouse Pottery

Shop or general store Woodstock, VT

Daily, 10am–5pm

Try the private Wheel Workshop to sit at the pottery wheel and make your own piece of stoneware.
Sunflower field

Farr Farms

Farm or farm stand Richmond, VT

Take the paths cut through the field to walk among the sunflowers instead of admiring them from the road.
Fat Crow

Restaurant Newfane, VT

Make a reservation way in advance! The bar seating is a good last-minute option. The menu is extensive - take your time with it - and ensure you get a pizza! They do offer takeout as well.
Favorite sauna

FIKA Sauna

Wellness or spa Huntington, VT

Mon–Wed closed; Thu–Fri 12pm–9pm; Sat–Sun 10am–9pm

Bring your own robes, towels, drinks and snacks for the experience!
Favorite brewery

Foam Brewers

Brewery Burlington, VT

Mon–Thu, noon–9pm; Fri–Sat, noon–11pm; Sun, noon–7pm

Go for sunset! Enjoy one of Burlington's best breweries with a western view. Walk the Burlington Bike Path before or after.
Favorite pizza

Folino’s

Restaurant Shelburne, VT

At the original Shelburne location, pair pizza with a Vermont IPA from Fiddlehead Brewing Company right next door.
Dog-friendly brewery

Four Quarters Brewing

Brewery Winooski, VT

Mon–Thu 11am–9pm; Fri 11am–10pm; Sat closed; Sun 11am–8pm

Bring your dog along; pups are welcome indoors and in the spacious outdoor biergarten.
Cozy farm cabin

Foxglove Farm

Airbnb or vacation rental Leicester, VT

Just outside of Brandon, this cabin is a rental on a working farm. Rustic yet charming - don't miss the host family's red maple syrup in the cutest little farmstand on site.
Freak Folk Bier

Brewery Waterbury, VT

Don't expect to bring your kids, dogs, or take a lot of beer home with you. The selection of beer and food is small but some of the very best quality in Vermont.
Favorite coffee stop

Front Seat Coffee

Café or coffee shop Hardwick, VT

Mon–Sun 7am–3pm

Grab a latte and pastry before continuing your adventure at the gateway of the Northeast Kingdom.
Independent bookstore

Galaxy Bookshop

Shop or general store Hardwick, VT

Mon–Fri, 10am–6pm; Sat, 10am–5pm; Sun, 11am–4pm

This won't be the largest bookstore you ever walk into, but the selection is curated and the space welcoming. Enjoy a coffee with your new book at Front Seat Coffee just up the street!
Gallus Handcrafted

Restaurant Waterbury, VT

Daily, 5–9pm

Sit outside along the river in the summertime. Highly recommend splitting appetizers before pasta entrees. The portions aren't huge but certainly ample.
Lobster roll stop

Gilfeather’s Fine Provisions

Shop or general store Ferrisburgh, VT

Go for the lobster roll and other prepared foods.
Glad Farm

Glad Farm

Farm or farm stand Moretown, VT

My favorite Mad River Valley honor roadside flower stands. They accept Venmo and also do CSAs for regular pickups!
Creative donuts

Glazed Donuts

Bakery Essex Junction, VT

Mon–Wed closed; Thu–Fri 7am–11:30am; Sat–Sun 8am–12pm

Look inside Leo & Co at the Essex Experience; Glazed doesn’t have a traditional donut-shop storefront.
North Winooski dining

Gold

Restaurant Burlington, VT

Don't this their Tuesday pasta nights and $1 oyster days. There's also a parking lot right next door for easy access without street parking in the Old North End.
Golden Dog Farm

Attraction Cambridge, VT

Mon–Tue closed; Wed–Sun 10am–4pm

Book far in advance! And if you see the puppy socialization experience open, book it!
Gondola Snack Bar

Restaurant Morristown, VT

Get one of the smashburgers - more layers the better - and a stacked creemee with unique flavor combos!
Grafton Inn

Inn Grafton, VT

The Phelps Barn is a great spot for a beer and bite! Don't miss the pool pond in the summer months.
Family-owned inn

Gray Ghost Inn

Inn Dover, VT

Stay at Gray Ghost Inn if you're looking for a budget-friendly inn close to Mount Snow.
Covered bridge

Great Eddy Covered Bridge

Attraction Waitsfield, VT

Also known as the Historic Waitsfield Covered Bridge, this is a great covered bridge to photograph and walk across within walking distances to shops and restaurants in Waitsfield.
Green Cat Bakery

Bakery Weston, VT

Mon–Thu closed; Fri–Sun 7am–2pm
Favorite creemee

Green Mountain Sugar House

Creemee or ice cream stand Ludlow, VT

Save room for a maple creemee - one of the purist mape flavored creemees you'll find! Hike Butternut Falls afterwards.
Pick-your-own flowers

Guillemette Farm

Farm or farm stand Shelburne, VT

The best roadside stop for veggies, cut your own flowers, and local products. Grab a mason jar and clippers, then make your bouquet one stem at a time. Pick some fresh herbs and feed the calves too!
Vermont-made shop

H.N. Williams Store

Shop or general store Dorset, VT

Not only does this store have great sandwiches, smoothies and other food provisions to stock up on, it's a general store with tools, toys, and clothing. Leave more time than you might think to look through the whole building - it's huge!
Favorite orchard

Hackett’s Orchard

Farm or farm stand South Hero, VT

Mon–Sun 9am–5pm

Pair a cider donut with fresh cider, or try the apple crisp on site.
Favorite cider donuts

Happy Valley Orchard

Farm or farm stand Middlebury, VT

I make this my first stop for a taste of fall, and don’t leave without a cider donut - one of my favorites in the whole state. Great PYO apples and other sweet treats on site too.
Fall foliage spot

Harriman Reservoir

Attraction Whitingham, VT

For fall foliage, take a pontoon boat out on the water; you’re surrounded by it, with forest-covered mountains in the distance.
Harris Hill Ski Jump

Attraction Brattleboro, VT

The Harris Hill ski jump is a must for a unique winter-time activity. It's one of the oldest and most historic ski-jumping venues in the US, right in Southern Vermont.
Cabot hardware store

Harry’s Hardware

Shop or general store Cabot, VT

Mon–Sat 8am–9pm; Sun 10am–4pm

Collect a new very Vermonty experience by having a beer at your local hardware store! Or drop by for live music.
Roadside farmstand

Head Over Fields

Farm or farm stand Charlotte, VT

Hours and inventory are seasonal, so check with Head Over Fields before making it a dedicated stop.
Favorite restaurant

Hen of the Wood Burlington

Restaurant Burlington, VT

Wed–Mon, 4:30–11pm; closed Tue

Order whatever looks most interesting on the menu, especially the head cheese.
Favorite bakery

Hender’s Bake Shop

Bakery Waterbury, VT

Keep an eye out as you drive through Waterbury; it’s easy to pass if you don’t know to look for it.
Local shop

Hero’s Welcome

Shop or general store North Hero, VT

Mon–Sat, 7am–5pm; Sun, 8am–5pm

A must-stop in the Champlain Islands for food provisions and gifts. Don't miss the North Hero House restaurant across the street.
Hildene

Attraction Manchester, VT

Mon–Sun 10am–4:30pm

Spring is the best time for the peony gardens and baby animals at the farm! Make sure you find Abe Lincoln's top hat inside the mansion.
Craft brewery

Hill Farmstead Brewery

Brewery Greensboro, VT

Wed–Fri, 11:30am–5pm

Get a bottle of a barrel-aged stout to enjoy on site... and cans to go! Bring a cooler.
Scenic overlook

Hogback Mountain

Attraction Marlboro, VT

Go on a clear day for views stretching into New Hampshire and Massachusetts and don't miss stopping side for a creemee, sandwich and oher adventure fuel.
Roadside shop

Hogback Mountain Country Store

Shop or general store Marlboro, VT

Browse the maple syrup, cheese and fudge, then take in the mountains from the large observation deck.
Holy Halvah

Creemee or ice cream stand Bristol, VT

Open online always but in the summer only for Vermont's most unique creemees. Keep an open mind and try something wholly unique! Take some bulk halvah to go.
Honeypie, Rawsonville

Honeypie

Restaurant Jamaica, VT

Honeypie is a quick roadside eatery with inspired "fast food" that's very customizable - think burgers, sandwiches, and their signature sausages. Don't miss the BLT! Great for dine-in or take out.
Favorite nursery

Horsford Gardens & Nursery

Shop or general store Charlotte, VT

A garden center turned Christmas shop! Send a Vermont-made wreath to a loved one or pick out new ornaments and your Christmas tree!
Hotel with seafood

Hotel Champlain

Hotel Burlington, VT

Splurge for a water view room on a high floor! Plan to eat at least one meal at the Original Skiff for a seafood fix in Vermont. The frozen cocktails are perfect for a hot summer day.
Color analysis

House of Colour

Attraction Stowe, VT

In addition to color analyses, Katie offers makeup and style consulting too. The perfect give for a sister, mom or friend!
Historic log cabin

Hyde Log Cabin

Attraction Grand Isle, VT

Mon–Wed closed; Thu–Fri 11am–4pm; Sat 10am–3pm; Sun closed

Ensure you go on a summer weekend for your best chance of getting inside. And bring cash!
Idletyme Brewing

Brewery Stowe, VT

Daily, 11:30am–9pm

Don't miss the cheddar fritters, fried pickle spears - ideally served with a cold Danube outside in the summer! Apres ski here is amazing too!
Vermont-made shop

J.K. Adams

Shop or general store Dorset, VT

Don't miss their sale items! A great spot to pick up a local gift - there's something for everyone. Take a peek at the factory from their observation area.
Favorite bakery

Jack & Fin’s

Bakery Littleton, VT

Mon closed; Tue–Sat 9am–3:30pm; Sun closed

Try the cupcakes: the flavors change, and the frosting isn't overwhelmingly sweet.
Four-season resort

Jay Peak

Ski area Westfield, VT

Open 24 hours

When the snow piles up, head to the Pump House Indoor Waterpark for waterslides and pools.
Vermont wool shop

Johnson Woolen Mills

Shop or general store Johnson, VT

The perfect spot to stock up on Vermont-made, quality holiday gifts.
Creemee and Twistees

Judi’s Ice Cream – Williston

Creemee or ice cream stand Taft Corners, VT

Try a Twistee, which mixes a creemee with candies, cereals, and other additions for a fully loaded dessert.
Favorite Burlington bar

Juniper Bar & Restaurant

Bar or pub Burlington, VT

Mon 7am–10am; Tue 7am–12am; Wed–Thu 7am–10pm; Fri–Sat 7am–11pm; Sun 7am–12am

Head downstairs at Hotel Vermont for food and drinks made with Vermont ingredients.
Mountain resort

Killington Grand Resort Hotel

Resort Killington, VT

After a day on the mountain, change into a swimsuit and head to the heated outdoor pool at the Killington Grand Resort Hotel.
Historic baking company

King Arthur Baking Company

Bakery Norwich, VT

Daily, 7:30am–5:30pm

The perfect stop in Norwich for a bite to eat or a full lunch with friends, with a beautiful shop to peruse and baking classes on site!
Favorite baking class

King Arthur Baking Company

Bakery Norwich, VT

Daily, 7:30am–5:30pm

A particularly good winter date: bake something together, then enjoy the results.
Favorite trail network

Kingdom Trails

Hike or trail Lyndon, VT
New pizza spot

La Di Da Pizza

Restaurant Burlington, VT

Hands down the biggest, best, and most diverse flavors of pizza in the Burlington area. The shop itself doesn't have a super welcoming ambiance so I would opt to take it to go!
Favorite chocolate shop

Lake Champlain Chocolates

Shop or general store Burlington, VT

Mon–Sun 9am–6pm

Try the frozen hot chocolate instead of hot chocolate on a warm day.
Bike rentals

Lamoille Valley Bike Tours

Attraction Johnson, VT

Rent a traditional bicycle or e-bike to explore the former railroad corridor without bringing your own equipment.
Off-roading experience

Land Rover Experience

Attraction Manchester, VT

More than just a fun outing, you'll learn tangible tips for navigating Rovers off road.
Largest Zipper in North America

Roadside attraction Barre, VT

Walk down Main Street in Barre and keep you eyes peeled for Unzipping the Earth, an homage to the granite industry in Barre.
Favorite brewery

Lawson’s Finest Liquids

Brewery Waitsfield, VT

Sun–Thu, 11am–7pm; Fri–Sat, 11am–8pm

Order a beer and settle in for the afternoon; the Waitsfield taproom is a destination of its own.
Roadside bakery

Lemon Fair View Homestead

Bakery Cornwall, VT

Don't miss the sourdough poptarts - homemade of course! And stop up on cheese curds, the perfect Vermont road trip snack.
Donut storefront

Leo & Company

Café or coffee shop South Burlington, VT

Mon 10am–2pm; Tue–Sun 9am–5pm

Skip setting reminders for online releases; walk into the storefront and see what's in the case.
Mediterranean restaurant

LOLO Woodfire

Restaurant Manchester, VT

Mon closed; Tue–Thu 11:30am–3pm, 5pm–9pm; Fri–Sat 11:30am–3pm, 5pm–10pm; Sun 11:30am–3pm, 5pm–9pm

Get a mezze platter for the table before the pizzas arrive, and make a night of it.
Favorite brewery

Long Trail Brewing

Brewery Bridgewater, VT

Mon–Wed 12pm–6pm; Thu–Sat 12pm–8pm; Sun 12pm–6pm

Settle in for a locally brewed beer and a leisurely meal near the Ottauquechee River.
Favorite brewery

Lost Marble Brewing

Brewery Manchester, VT

Try the Maple Creemee Stout and make sure you go for food too! Highly recommend the fried pickles.
Lu Lu

Creemee or ice cream stand Vergennes, VT

Tue, 11am–7pm; Wed, 11am–7pm; Thu, 11am–7pm; Fri, 11am–8pm; Sat, 11am–8pm; Sun, 11am–7pm; closed Mon

If the limoncello creemee is available, get it. Sample the unique ice cream flavors and be wowed!
Favorite ski mountain

Mad River Glen

Ski area Fayston, VT

Mon–Sun 8am–4pm

For foliage, take the Single Chair for a scenic ride.
Mad Taco – Waitsfield

Restaurant Montpelier, VT

Daily, 11am–9pm

The Big Daddy Fatty with pork belly is the best dish on the menu, or Carnitas Tostada. For a vegetarian option, get the sweet potato burrito!
Contemporary lodging

Madbush Falls

Hotel Waitsfield, VT

Don't leave with a Savu Sauna for hot-and-cold therapy on the river. The poutine is must inside.
Madeleine’s Bakery of Vermont

Bakery Milton, VT

The maple cream donut is the standout, along with the apple fritters on weekends.
Design museum

Madsonian Museum of Industrial Design

Museum Waitsfield, VT

Go with an open mind and pay attention to the tiny details inside.
Dinner spot

May Day

Restaurant Burlington, VT

Daily, 5–10pm

Don't sleep on their cocktail list. Highly recommend sharing a few appetizers and entrees to get to try multiple things on their short but intentional menu,.
Favorite farm

Merck Forest & Farmland Center

Farm or farm stand Rupert, VT

If piglets are your priority, start here.
Farm sanctuary

Merrymac Farm Sanctuary

Farm or farm stand Charlotte, VT

Take a tour of one of Vermont's biggest farm animal rescues and sanctuaries. Don't miss the kids' storytelling sessions too. If you see a turkey, pet it's head!
Favorite beer shop

Meulemans’ Craft Draughts

Shop or general store Southern Vermont, VT

Find one of Vermont's very best craft beer stores with the most helpful owners. Don't miss this tiny village with a beer store with big personality!
Favorite ski mountain

Middlebury College Snow Bowl

Ski area Hancock, VT

Visit during a scheduled foliage chairlift weekend for a different perspective on the landscape.
Local museum

Montshire Museum of Science

Museum Norwich, VT

Daily, 10am–5pm

Definitely Vermont's best museum for kids with a ton of interactive exhibits and room to discover and play.
Local stop

Moose River Lake & Lodge

Shop or general store St. Johnsbury, VT

Mon–Thu 9:30am–5pm; Fri 9:30am–6pm; Sat 9:30am–5pm; Sun 11am–4pm

A wonderful spot for quality clothing and gifts on Main Street in Johnsbury,
Sticky pastry stop

Morningside Bakery

Bakery Brandon, VT

By morning, get a pecan sticky bun and latte. By night, get a wood-fired pizza to go. The best in Addison/Rutland couties.
Favorite deli

Morse Block Deli

Restaurant Barre, VT

Mon–Fri, 10am–4pm

Try the Doughie, a distinctly local food find - lobster on a savory donut anyone?.
Favorite maple stop

Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks

Farm or farm stand Montpelier, VT

Stop in for the maple experience even if you’re not specifically looking for a creemee.
Easy waterfall hike

Moss Glen Falls

Hike or trail Stowe, VT

Take the shorter walk: it’s about 0.6 miles round trip with 150 feet of elevation gain.
Local chocolate shop

Mother Myrick’s

Shop or general store Manchester, VT

An iconic chocolate shop in Manchester. Stop for chocolates, pies, baked goods, and more confections to go.
Burlington brewery

Mothership Brewing

Brewery Burlington, VT

The brewery may be "new" in name for Burlington but the owners have been making beer in the American Flatbread location since the infancy of the craft beer movement in Vermont.
Ski area

Mount Snow

Ski area Dover, VT

Check Mount Snow's current operating hours before your visit; lift operations and schedules depend on the weather.
Yurt basecamp

Mount Snow Yurt

Airbnb or vacation rental Dover, VT

An ideal place to stay when skiing Mount Snow with a barrel sauna, hot tub, video games, archery and a full kitchen. Enjoy the smores kit too!
Whitefield resort

Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa

Resort Whitefield, VT

Leave room in your itinerary to enjoy the property; the setting is part of the stay.
Everyday life museum

Museum of Everyday Life

Museum Glover, VT

The quirkiest museum in Vermont on an honor-system! Turn on the lights and look through the collection of everyday objects.
Favorite Italian restaurant

Mystico

Restaurant Manchester, VT

Get a mixture of crudo and the pasta of the day specials! Don't miss an inventive cocktail and wine pairing.
Favorite donuts

North Country Donuts

Bakery Morrisville, VT

Check the menu to see which flavors are available, and plan ahead for the apple fritter. Highly recommend ordering ahead of a busy weekend.
North Hero House

North Hero House

Inn North Hero, VT

Sit out on the dock and enjoy a lobster roll in the summertime!
Favorite bookstore

Northshire Bookstore

Shop or general store Manchester, VT

Daily, 10am–7pm

Give yourself more time than you planned; it's easy to lose track of it among the winding rooms and cozy reading corners.
Chocolate stop

NU Chocolat

Shop or general store Burlington, VT

Stop by for samples and get a hot cocoa - or a spiced hot cocoa - to go. The beautiful chocolates make great gifts for chocolate lovers.
Oakes & Evelyn – Woodstock

Restaurant Montpelier, VT

Mon 7:30am–10:30am; Tue–Sat 7:30am–10:30am, 5pm–9pm; Sun 7:30am–10:30am
Favorite shop

Old Brick Store

Shop or general store Charlotte, VT

Mon 7:30am–5pm; Tue closed; Wed–Fri 7:30am–5pm; Sat–Sun 8am–3pm

Don't miss the perfect lunch of a tuna focaccia sandwich, mapleade and brown-butter chocolate chip cookie!
Historic inn

Old Stage Coach Inn

Inn Waterbury, VT

A historic, budget-friendly inn within walking distance of everything in Waterbury. Make time for the inn's exceptional breakfast and cozy pub.
Iconic mountain resort

Omni Mount Washington Hotel

Resort Carroll, VT

Don't miss a sunset cocktail off the balcony!
Chicken & oyster

Onion City Chicken & Oyster

Restaurant Winooski, VT

Mon–Sat 4pm–9pm; Sun 10am–9pm
Oyster bar

Original Skiff Fish + Oysters

Restaurant Burlington, VT

Located within Hotel Champlain, Original Skiff offers casual bites with a focus on seafood and fish. Don't miss their frozen cocktails in the summertime!
Otherland Hotel

Hotel Newfane, VT
Favorite creemee

Palmer Lane Maple

Creemee or ice cream stand Jericho, VT

Try the maple syrup and creemee combination for a quintessential Vermont treat.
Northeast Kingdom stop

Parker Pie Company

Restaurant Glover, VT

Come with an appetite! Don't be afraid to try one of the funky pizzas. Peruse the general store about pizza and a pint!
Pinball attraction

Pastime Pinball

Attraction Manchester, VT

Fri–Sat, noon–7pm; Sun, noon–6pm

The perfect rainy day activity in Manchester! Make sure to check out the antique machines for a nostalgic blast from the past.
Favorite farmstand

Philo Ridge Farm

Farm or farm stand Charlotte, VT

Daily, 8am–3pm

Grab coffee or a baked good and use the indoor or outdoor seating if you want to linger rather than make a quick stop.
Neighborhood restaurant

Pioneer Lakeshore Café

Restaurant Malletts Bay, VT

Tue–Sat, 11am–8pm

Everything at Pioneer is incredible - always try the specials! Regular go-tos are the fried chicken sandwich and homemade mozzarella sticks!
Favorite pizza

Pizza 44

Restaurant Burlington, VT

Sun, 3–8pm; Tue–Thu, 11:30am–8pm; Fri–Sat, 11:30am–9pm

Have a beer at Queen City before going to Pizza 44 for dinner. Don't miss the Brussells Caesar salad!
Poorhouse Pies – Underhill

Bakery Underhill, VT

Thu–Sun, 9am–6pm

Don't sleep on the savory pies like the pulled pork and mac and cheese! But the real standouts are their seasonal offerings and maple cream pie. Get there before dawn for Thanksgiving!
Salt cave experience

Purple Salt

Attraction Essex, VT

More than just a salon, Purple Salt in the Essex Experience offers a salt cave and other wellness activities. Perfect in the winter!
Favorite salt cave

Purple Salt Spa

Wellness or spa Essex, VT

Book the full cave for a unique experience with friends. Dress comfy and consider bringing a blanket.
Favorite festival

Quechee Balloon Festival

Attraction Hartford, VT

Get there early for launch - keep an eye on the weather as balloons don't fly in inclimate weather.
Queen City Brewery

Brewery Burlington, VT

Sun–Thu, 1–8pm; Fri–Sat, noon–9pm

A laid-back brewery for lager lovers... If you get hungry, order takeout from Pizza 44 and eat at the bar. Don't miss their smoked beers!
Red Clover Ale Co

Bar or pub Brandon, VT

One of my favorite breweries in the state with well-made beers and often live music and events on weekends - within walking distance to Brandon's Main Street and restaurants.
Red Hen Baking

Bakery Montpelier, VT

The perfect spot for a loaf of bread, sandwich, creemee or coffee. Don't miss the honor-stand bread room!
Favorite lobster roll

Red Mill Restaurant at Basin Harbor

Restaurant Vergennes, VT

Order the lobster roll; the Basin Harbor setting is part of the appeal.
Favorite plant shop

Red Wagon Plants

Shop or general store Hinesburg, VT

Daily, 8am–6pm

Spring is my favorite time to visit for inspiration.
Wellness break

Renu Lounge

Wellness or spa Manchester, VT
Favorite walk

Robert Frost Interpretive Trail

Hike or trail Ripton, VT

This is an easy boardwalk trail for ages and abilities - especially beautiful in the fall!
Roots Farm Market

Shop or general store Mad River Valley, VT

In addition to an amazing produce section, they have great prepared foods and other products for gifts. Their cheese selection is outstanding! Don't miss their cookies.
Round Church

Attraction Richmond, VT

When driving by in Richmond, stop for photos of the Round Church, and you may just time it right so you can step inside when it's hosted open.
Salt & Rind

Restaurant Waterbury, VT

Salt & Rind doesn't take reservations and is a super small space. Get there early! Don't miss their cocktails, oyster specials, and the breakfast sandwich.
Salt and Bubbles

Winery, cidery or distillery Essex, VT

Tue, 3–8:30pm; Wed, Thu, 11:30am–8:30pm; Fri–Sun, 11:30am–9pm; closed Mon

In the summertime, meet a friend for lunch and sit outside. The wine flights and charcuterie make a perfect lunch. Ask for recommendations - especially when taking some bottles to go home.s
Santa’s Land USA

Roadside attraction Putney, VT

Don't anticipate a huge, modern theme park... Rather, be prepared for nostalgic holiday finds and decor. It's a definite blast from the past for millennials and older!
Favorite sauna

Savu Sauna Jeffersonville

Wellness or spa Cambridge, VT

Mon–Wed closed; Thu–Sun 12pm–7pm

Go in winter: the contrast between the cold air and the heat of the sauna is part of the experience.
Scout Vermont

Café or coffee shop Burlington, VT

Scout has three coffee shops between Burlington and Winooski and serves a variety of coffee beans. Don't miss the smoked maple latte!
Shelburne Farms

Museum Shelburne, VT

Stroll the grounds, see cheesemaking happen, and have a dinner onsite (or book an overnight).
Local museum

Shelburne Museum

Museum Shelburne, VT

Check Shelburne Museum’s website for current admission prices and availability.
Shelburne Orchards

Farm or farm stand Shelburne, VT

One of the few places in Vermont where you can pick your own peaches! Their cider donuts are a must (one of my top three in the state!) and their brandy is worth a try as well.
Favorite creemee

Silloway Maple

Creemee or ice cream stand Randolph, VT

Mon–Sat 10am–5pm; Sun 2pm–5pm

I come here when I want a maple creemee with strong sweetness and an especially creamy consistency.
Simon Pearce

Shop or general store Burlington, VT

Simon Pearce is my go-to Vermont-made gift. Use code ERIN online or in store to save on your order. Keep an eye our for their seconds sales!
Singleton’s General Store

Shop or general store Cavendish, VT

Stop for the experience of an eclectic general store. Don't miss their bacon, aged steaks and extensive sandwich offerings.
Sneakers Bistro

Restaurant Winooski, VT

Thu–Mon, 8am–2pm

A locals' favorite spot in Winooski for breakfast and lunch. Don't miss the Chicken and Waffles. They don't take reservations but there is a waitslist for busy weekends.
Favorite vineyard

Snow Farm Vineyard

Winery, cidery or distillery South Hero, VT

Take the short walk from the tasting room past the grapevines and up the grassy hillside to the open overlook.
Favorite brewery

Snow Republic Brewery

Brewery Dover, VT

Order the pepperoni pizza for little crispy cups of pepperoni as it cooks. Grab a game before or after skiing - perfect for apres ski!
Snowflake Bentley museum

Snowflake Bentley

Museum Jericho, VT

If you enjoy photography, walk around the property to see the building from the back. Explore the trails outback and don't miss the Snowflake Bentley exhibit inside.
Jericho chocolates

Snowflake Chocolates

Shop or general store Jericho, VT

Snowflake has an extensive selection of unique candies for Halloween. If you see a sign for their caramel apple, stop and stockup!
Favorite art stop

Southern Vermont Arts Center

Arts & theater Manchester, VT

On a bluebird spring day, spend time outside exploring the sculpture garden.
Sparkle on the Rocks

Sparkle on the Rocks

Airbnb or vacation rental Southern Vermont, VT

Bring a group of friends for the full farmhouse rental. Plan to spend your time on site to really take in all of the visual details of each room and space for a curated stay.
Spruce Peak

Resort Stowe, VT

Go in the off-seasons to fully take advantage of the luxurious amenities on site.
Historic library

St. Johnsbury Athenaeum

Attraction Saint Johnsbury, VT

Mon–Sat, 10am–5pm

Look beyond the floor-to-ceiling bookshelves while exploring; there's another collection meant to be borrowed and taken home.
Local spirits

St. Johnsbury Distillery

Bar or pub Saint Johnsbury, VT

Mon closed; Tue–Sat 4pm–9pm; Sun closed

Try the Crab Rangoon Nachos for the ultimate unique appetizer!
Favorite restaurant

Starry Night Café

Restaurant Ferrisburgh, VT

Starry Night isn't just fine dining or for special occasions. Take a seat in the bar area and find the best steak and cheese in Vermont, especially good in the winter! Go early as only a few are made per night.
Sticky Fingers Bakery

Bakery Dover, VT

Get there early in the day, especially during ski seasons, before they sell out and for warm sticky buns. Grab one of their pre-made cold brews to go as well.
Stine Orchard

Farm or farm stand Monkton Boro, VT

So much more than just an orchard, attend live music events and enjoy their extensive baked goods.
Favorite treehouse

Stone City Treehouse

Airbnb or vacation rental Northeast Kingdom, VT

Leave time to do nothing on the outdoor bed, or unwind in the wood-fired sauna. Ensure you bring provisions so you don't have to leave once you're alongside the river!a
Stone Corral

Brewery Richmond, VT

Mon, 4–9pm; Tue, Wed, noon–7pm; Thu–Sat, 11:30am–10pm; Sun, 11:30am–9pm

Don't miss the nachos - a hugely diverse list of options. The kale caesar is a favorite as well! Keep an eye out for love music. Reservations are highly recommended on weekends.
Storeybrook Farm Sanctuary

Farm or farm stand St. Johnsbury, VT

This Northeast Kingdom horse and animal sanctuary offers an Airbnb where you can book a farm tour and even a blacksmithing experience.
Favorite gondola ride

Stowe

Attraction Stowe, VT

Check the official Stowe Gondola SkyRide website for current ticket prices, operating dates, hours, and purchasing information.
Balloon festival

Stowe Balloon Festival website

Attraction Stowe, VT

Take a ride, see tethered balloons and enjoy other family-friendly entertainment during this fun weekend in Stowe every summer.
Stowe Cider

Winery, cidery or distillery Stowe, VT

Stay for live music - and try their unique cider cocktails!
Sugarbush Farm

Farm or farm stand Woodstock, VT

A five-generation farm, don't miss their maple syrups, of course, but also their waxed cheeses (with samples!) to go.
Favorite ski resort

Sugarbush Resort

Resort Warren, VT

Check for musicians and dance parties after skiing!
Coffee and baked goods

Sweet Birch Coffee Roasters

Café or coffee shop Southern Vermont, VT

Get a variety of pastries - everything is so good! It's the best place to find inventive lattes between Rutland and Manchester as well.
Favorite bakery

Sweet Simone’s

Bakery Richmond, VT

Wed–Sat, 8am–2pm; Sun, 9am–noon

If there's a croissant calling your name, get it. Otherwise, sit and enjoy coffee and a sweet or savory on site before adventures in the area.
Swift House Inn

Inn Middlebury, VT
Switchback Brewing Company

Brewery Burlington, VT

The South End brewery is a great stop for unfiltered beers, a relaxed taproom with live music often and a dog-friendly atmosphere. Keep an eye out for their weekly drink and food specials.
Taco Gordo

Restaurant Burlington, VT

Open late, wallet-friendly tacos and frozen cocktails? Reason enough for me to visit the Old North End for a bite to eat in Burlington.
Favorite brewery

The Alchemist Brewery

Brewery Stowe, VT

Daily, 11am–7pm

Order the hand-pulled Heady Topper.
The Bench

Restaurant Stowe, VT

Mon–Thu 4pm–9pm; Fri 4pm–10pm; Sat 11:30am–10pm; Sun 11:30am–9pm

Make reservations on a busy weekend in Stowe - and bring friends to share a few wood-fired pizzas!
The Buttery Kitchen & Pantry

Restaurant Saint Johnsbury, VT

The perfect stop for a coffee, glass of wine or meal in St. Johnsbury. Don't miss the bread and butter! Amazing sandwiches.
Public art

The Earth Clock

Arts & theater Burlington, VT

Enjoy a stroll of the Burlington waterfront and see if you can tell time from this unique rock formation.
Historic New England resort

The Equinox

Resort Manchester, VT

Reportedly haunted, this Vermont inn is an iconic place to stay in Manchester. Don't expect super updated rooms but the campus is lovely with an amazing indoor hotel pool.
The Essex Resort & Spa

Resort Essex, VT

During the week, inquire about their spa program for a discount on spa services!
Favorite brunch in Burlington with flights

The Friendly Toast

Restaurant Burlington, VT

Mon–Fri 7:30am–2:30pm; Sat–Sun 7:30am–4pm

Don't miss the coffee and mimosa flights for a boozy brunch in Burlington. A perfect girls' morning!
The Inn at Burklyn

Inn East Burke, VT

Equally beautiful in the winter, fall and summer, Darling Hill is one of Vermont's most picturesque roads. Don't miss dinner on site!
Dorset inns

The Inns of Dorset

Inn Dorset, VT

Open 24 hours

At the Dorset Inn, settle in for dinner without leaving the property; the tavern has a wood-burning fireplace.
Creative restaurant

The Jackson

Restaurant Woodstock, VT

Mon–Sun 6am–9pm

Be sure to book a dinner at Oakes & Evelyn on site for one of Woodstock's best dining options.
The Kimpton Taconic Hotel

Hotel Manchester, VT

Open 24 hours

The Taconic is dog-friendly and also boasts a social hour daily for guests!
The Main Stop

Restaurant Champlain Islands, VT

Keep driving north in the Champlain Islands for donuts, creemees, sandwiches and other adventure fuel! Try a special donut that rotates daily.
The Pitcher Inn

Inn Warren, VT
The Russell Farm

Farm or farm stand Starksboro, VT

Mon–Fri closed; Sat 10am–4pm; Sun 12pm–4pm
The Silver Fork

Restaurant Manchester, VT

Try the Mofongo - a unique dish you can't find elsewhere in Vermont.
The Sparkle Barn

Shop or general store Wallingford, VT

Mon 10am–6pm; Tue closed; Wed–Sat 10am–6pm; Sun 12pm–5pm

Don't miss the Bloom Room. upstairs, along with the Magic Garden and reclaimed stained glass at the entrance. Leave ample time to shop!
Favorite country store

The Vermont Country Store

Shop or general store Old Rockingham, VT

Mon–Sun 8:30am–6pm

Allow an hour or two to browse the nostalgic products, specialty foods, household goods, and gifts.
Brookside sauna

The Village Inn

Inn Burke, VT

Don't miss the private sauna, hot tub, and bar on site! Sessions are for 1-2 guests, with views of Dish Mill Brook through the sauna’s large windows.
Luxury hotel

The Weston

Hotel Weston, VT

Go for serious wine and one of my favorite dinners in Vermont.
Three Penny Taproom

Bar or pub Montpelier, VT

A favorite among locals in Vermont's capital city, Three Penny is an institution for creative pub fare, beer and cocktails. Don't miss the Chicken Nuggs, Mushroom Toast and Blackened Tuna Tacos.
Mountain resort

Topnotch Resort

Resort Stowe, VT

A good alternative to some of the most popular resorts in Stowe. Don't miss the pools and the large campus, along with the Topnotch spa.
Tourterelle Restaurant & Inn

Restaurant New Haven, VT

Just outside of Middlebury, Tourterelle is one of the area's best restaurants. Don't miss the bouillabaise! There are six rooms upstairs as well!
Twisted Halo Donuts – Essex

Bakery Essex Junction, VT

Mon 8am–2pm; Tue–Wed closed; Thu–Sun 8am–2pm

Go early and try to get a churro cruller right out of the fryer.
Local brewery

Two Heroes Brewery

Brewery South Hero, VT

After a morning of biking or exploring, head back toward Route 2 for a beer.
Two Sons Bakehouse

Bakery Johnson, VT

Wed–Sun, 7:30am–3pm

The lattes are exceptional, along with the baked goods and breads.
Regular coffee stop

Uncommon Coffee

Café or coffee shop Essex, VT

Mon–Thu, 7am–3pm; Fri, 7am–4pm; Sat–Sun, 8am–4pm

Get the Ube Latte for a pretty purple drink that you can't find elsewhere!
Favorite brewery

Upper Pass Beer

Brewery Burlington, VT

Try the Maple Creemee cream ale, made with Vermont maple syrup and milk sugar, then finished on nitrogen for a smooth, creamy texture. They also offer flights! Great after a North End errand in Burlington.
Brewery stop

Upper Pass Beer Co

Brewery Burlington, VT

Go for a flight! In the summer months, sit outside of with the big garage doors open. The ambiance is an industrial strip mall but it's always lively and fun inside.
Valley Craft Ales

Brewery Wilmington, VT

Come for the beer and central location in Wilmington, stay for their pizzas and live entertainment. You can even book a room on site!
Extra café seating

Venetian Soda Lounge

Café or coffee shop Burlington, VT

If Brio’s café feels short on room, spread out in the Venetian Soda Lounge next door.
Favorite bakery

Vermont Cookie Love

Bakery Ferrisburgh, VT

Mon–Thu 11am–6pm; Fri–Sun 11am–8pm

In summer, get both: one of the freshly baked cookies and a creemee.
Vermont Country Deli

Restaurant Brattleboro, VT

Go beyond the mac and cheese (but get that too - especially layered with some brisket or pulled pork). Don't sleep on the prepared foods, breakfast sandwiches and the pastry cake. Take a giant chocolate chip cookie for the road as well!
Vermont Distillers

Winery, cidery or distillery Marlboro, VT
Vermont Flannel

Vermont Flannel

Shop or general store Ferrisburgh, VT

Vermont Flannel's products make stellar gifts. Check out their storefronts in Ferrisburgh, Burlington, Cambridge and Manchester. Highly recommend a blanket and flannel pajama pants!
Favorite maple creemee

Vermont Maple Outlet

Creemee or ice cream stand Cambridge, VT

Go for the maple creemee if you like a seriously dense maple flavor.
Vermont Reindeer Farm

Attraction Northeast Kingdom, VT

This is a winter must in Vermont! See and learn about reindeer up close and personal, along with other rescue farm animals. The reindeer do travel around the state for educational events as well.
Vermont Salt Cave

Wellness or spa Montgomery, VT

Mon 10am–5pm; Tue–Wed closed; Thu 12pm–5pm; Fri–Sun 10am–5pm

A must for après-ski relaxation!
Favorite brewery

von Trapp Brewing

Brewery Stowe, VT

Mon–Sun 11:30am–9pm

Stop in after a hike or a day exploring for Austrian-inspired lagers and food.
Favorite Vermont cheese

von Trapp Farmstead

Farm or farm stand Waitsfield, VT

Mon–Wed closed; Thu–Sat 10am–6pm; Sun 10am–4pm

If your farmstand road trip is focused on Vermont dairy, put von Trapp Farmstead high on your list.
Flower farm

von Trapp Greenhouse

Farm or farm stand Waitsfield, VT

The Von Trapp Greenhouse is the location for Emily's flower business - found all over the Mad River Valley and beyond.
Von Trapp Resort

Resort Stowe, VT

The outdoor pool and hot tub overlooking the mountains are a must, along with the Meet the Cows tour and hike to the Chapel.
Favorite general store

Warren Store

Shop or general store Warren, VT

Daily, 7:30am–5pm

If the weather cooperates, grab something to eat and enjoy the scenery outside.
Roadside attractions

Whale Dance – Randolph

Roadside attraction Randolph, VT

A must-visit off of Route 4 in Randolph - you can walk easily up to the art to see the scale against a gorgeous mountain backdrop.
Favorite brewery

Whirligig Brewing

Brewery St. Johnsbury, VT

If they have a beer float on the menu, get it! Don't just go for the beer either - the food is some of the best in St. Johnsbury for casual fare.
Whirligig Brewing

Brewery Saint Johnsbury, VT

Find small-batch beers (get a stout with a creemee if they have it!), along with NA options and a diverse food menu. Highly recommend Asian Poutine, Fried Brussels and Cowpoke Burger.
Whistle Emporium

Shop or general store Hardwick, VT

Mon–Fri, 10am–7pm; Sat, Sun, 10am–5pm

Such a fun stop for games, home decor items, and gifts of all kinds in downtown Hardwick.,
Bookstore café

Wild Meadows Books & Café

Café or coffee shop Taft Corners, VT

Mon–Wed 8am–6pm; Thu–Sat 8am–9pm; Sun 8am–6pm

Come for lunch and a coffee and leave with a new book. The perfect spot for a coffee date!
Wildflower Inn

Inn Lyndon, VT

The Wildflower Inn boasts more than just rooms - and diverse accommodation options. There's a restaurant on site, walking trails, and colorful Adirondack chairs overlooking one of the best scenic views in Vermont.
Willey’s Store

Shop or general store Greensboro, VT

Willey's has an incredible selection of Jasper Hill Farm cheese and is the only place you can find "shelfies" of Hill Farmstead beers from right up the road.
Willoughby’s Depot Eatery

Bakery Manchester, VT

Tue–Sat, 6am–3pm; Sun, 6am–2pm
Woodstock Inn & Resort

Resort Woodstock, VT

Enjoy the hot tub outside the spa and book the hotel for the walkability into town, restaurants on site and historic nature.
Favorite shop

Woody’s Mercantile

Shop or general store Woodstock, VT

One of Woodstock's best stops for a curated gift selection. Their hats are some of my favorites in Vermont!
Favorite burger

Worthy Kitchen

Restaurant Woodstock, VT

Mon–Tue closed; Wed–Fri 4pm–9pm; Sat 12pm–9pm; Sun 12pm–8pm

The beef tallow fries are always a must!
Favorite orchard

Yates Family Orchard

Farm or farm stand Monkton, VT

Mon–Thu 9:30am–5:30pm; Fri 9:30am–7pm; Sat–Sun 9:30am–5:30pm

Try the Dreamee with a hot, made-to-order cider donut and your choice of ice cream, or the Supremee with apple pie filling and caramel drizzle.
Zero Gravity Brewing

Brewery Burlington, VT

Zero Gravity isn't just beer... it's also a coffee and waffle bar, and a full restaurant. Make it part of your Pine Street brewery tour.