Vermont is a small New England state of extraordinary natural beauty, famous for fiery fall foliage, world-class ski resorts, covered wooden bridges, and a thriving farm-to-table food culture. Burlington, its largest city, sits on the eastern shore of Lake Champlain and buzzes with craft breweries and independent shops. From the rolling Green Mountains to maple-syrup farms and award-winning cheese dairies, Vermont rewards travelers who seek authenticity over spectacle.
Historical sites
Places where Vermont's past comes alive.
Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home
Where: Manchester
Admission: Adult: $25 (USD) | Child: Ages 6–14: $7 (USD); under 6 free
Vermont State House
Where: Montpelier
Admission: Adult: Free | Child: Free
Rock of Ages Granite Quarry
Where: Barre (Graniteville)
Admission: Adult: $8 quarry tour (USD) | Child: Ages 5–12: $5 (USD)
Ethan Allen Homestead
Where: Burlington
Admission: Adult: $12 (USD) | Child: Ages 5–14: $6 (USD)
President Chester A. Arthur Birthplace
Where: Fairfield
Admission: Adult: Free | Child: Free
Billings Farm & Museum
Where: Woodstock
Admission: Adult: $20 (USD) | Child: Ages 5–15: $10 (USD)
Grafton Village
Where: Grafton
Admission: Adult: Free to walk the village | Child: Free
Vermont History Museum
Where: Montpelier
Admission: Adult: $7 (USD) | Child: Ages 6–17: $3 (USD); under 6 free
Museums
Curated collections that tell Vermont's story.
Shelburne Museum
Hours: May–December: daily 10 AM–5 PM
Admission: Adult: $25 (USD) | Child: Ages 3–17: $14 (USD)
Vermont History Museum
Hours: Tuesday–Saturday 10 AM–4 PM
Admission: Adult: $7 (USD) | Child: $3 (USD)