Vermont’s Lively Lakefront City

Burlington sits on the shores of Lake Champlain with the Adirondack Mountains nearby. As Vermont’s largest city, it offers waterfront activities, a walkable downtown, a strong food and brew scene, arts venues and a relaxed lakefront atmosphere.

Lake Champlain

Cruise, sail, paddle or relax along Burlington’s scenic lakefront and harbor.

Lively downtown

Walk Church Street for shops, dining, street performers and public art.

Culture & history

Discover arts venues and historic sites across Burlington and nearby.

Burlington Highlights

Lake Life

  • Take a narrated cruise or rent a sailboat to see Lake Champlain from a new perspective.

  • Cycle the shoreline on the Burlington Bike Path or relax with views of the harbor.

  • Dine dockside with sunset views over Lake Champlain and the Adirondacks.

Downtown & Local Culture

  • Shop, dine and watch street performers along this four-block pedestrian marketplace.

  • Walk from the waterfront to the University of Vermont past historic buildings.

  • See where the iconic ice-cream brand began and try a local favorite.

Experiences

A lighthouse on Lake Champlain

Lake Champlain Landmarks

Visit the ECHO aquarium or spot lighthouses and islands from the water.

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Downhill skiing at Sugarbush near Burlington, Vermont

Winter in Burlington

Enjoy snowy lake views and easy access to nearby skiing and winter fun.

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View of Burlington Harbor from Waterfront Park in Burlington, Vermont

Waterfront Sunsets

See world-class sunsets over the Adirondacks from the pier or Waterfront Park.

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The Big Joe Burrell statue at Church Street Marketplace in Burlington, Vermont

Arts & Creative Districts

Explore Pine Street galleries, studios and events like Art Hop.

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Surrounded by lush vegetation on a scenic canoe outing near Burlington, Vermont

Paddling & Waterways

Canoe or kayak wildlife-filled bays, ponds and rivers around Burlington.

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Sunset over the boathouse on Lake Champlain in Burlington, Vermont

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