Highest-rated things to do in Vermont, according to Tripadvisor
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Indeed, even if you've lived in Vermont your whole life, you might be surprised by just how many top-rated things you've yet to cross off your list. From architectural wonders and picturesque views to historical museums and other must-see sights, you'll find your appreciation for Vermont reignited just by reading through this list of top-rated things to do.
Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated things to do in Vermont using data from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor ranks places using a combination of metrics, including overall rating, reviews, and number of page views. As a result, an activity with a 5 out of 5 overall rating might rank lower than one with a 4 out of 5. Data is as of June 3, 2024.
Whether you're a family of five traveling in a recreational vehicle or a duo of friends looking for a quick getaway in Vermont, read on for a list of sights you could easily plan a trip around.
#30. ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain
- Rating: 4/5 (577 reviews)
- Address: 1 College St. Burlington, Vermont
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#29. Lake Willoughby
- Rating: 5/5 (180 reviews)
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#28. Bennington Museum
- Rating: 4.5/5 (393 reviews)
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#27. Montshire Museum of Science
- Rating: 5/5 (261 reviews)
- Address: 1 Montshire Road Norwich, Vermont
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#26. Simon Pearce Mill
- Rating: 4.5/5 (290 reviews)
- Address: 1760 Quechee Main St. Quechee, Vermont
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#25. Trapp Family Lodge Outdoor Center
- Rating: 4.5/5 (551 reviews)
- Address: 700 Trapp Hill Road Stowe, Vermont
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#24. Lake Champlain Ferries
- Rating: 4.5/5 (291 reviews)
- Address: 1 King St. Dock Burlington, Vermont
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#23. Dog Mountain Home of Stephen Huneck Gallery
- Rating: 5/5 (233 reviews)
- Address: 143 Parks Road Saint Johnsbury, Vermont
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#22. Vermont State House
- Rating: 4.5/5 (483 reviews)
- Address: 115 State St. Montpelier, Vermont
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#21. Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks
- Rating: 4.5/5 (502 reviews)
- Address: 1168 County Road Montpelier, Vermont
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#20. Rock of Ages Visitors Center & Quarry Tours
- Rating: 4.5/5 (336 reviews)
- Address: 558 Graniteville Road Graniteville, Vermont
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#19. Baird Farm Vermont Maple Syrup
- Rating: 5/5 (215 reviews)
- Address: 65 West Road Chittenden, Vermont
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#18. Smugglers Notch State Park
- Rating: 4.5/5 (381 reviews)
- Address: 6443 Mountain Road Stowe, Vermont
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#17. Bennington Battle Monument
- Rating: 4.5/5 (763 reviews)
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#16. Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park
- Rating: 4.5/5 (474 reviews)
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#15. Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS)
- Rating: 4.5/5 (388 reviews)
- Address: 149 Natures Way Quechee, Vermont
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#14. Stowe Mountain Resort
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,025 reviews)
- Address: 5781 Mountain Road Stowe, Vermont
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#13. Killington Resort
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,039 reviews)
- Address: 4763 Killington Road Killington, Vermont
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#12. Billings Farm & Museum
- Rating: 4.5/5 (757 reviews)
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#11. Moss Glen Falls
- Rating: 4.5/5 (426 reviews)
- Address: Brownsville Road Stowe, Vermont
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#10. Shelburne Farms
- Rating: 4.5/5 (656 reviews)
- Address: 1611 Harbor Road Shelburne, Vermont
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#9. Waterfront Park
- Rating: 4.5/5 (898 reviews)
- Address: 10 College St. Burlington, Vermont
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#8. Mount Mansfield
- Rating: 4.5/5 (840 reviews)
- Address: Mountain Rd. 7 mi from Rte. 100 Stowe, Vermont
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#7. Quechee Gorge
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,057 reviews)
- Address: Route 4 Quechee, Vermont
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#6. Sugarbush Farm
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,053 reviews)
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#5. Church Street Marketplace
- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,004 reviews)
- Address: 131 Church St. Burlington, Vermont
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#4. Stowe Recreation Path
- Rating: 5/5 (1,461 reviews)
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#3. Shelburne Museum
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,244 reviews)
- Address: 6000 Shelburne Road Shelburne, Vermont
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#2. Burlington Bike Path
- Rating: 5/5 (1,162 reviews)
- Address: Lake Champlain Burlington, Vermont
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#1. Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,446 reviews)
- Address: 1005 Hildene Road Manchester, Vermont
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This story features data reporting by Karim Noorani, writing by Michelle No, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 50 states.
