Take A Weekend To Wine, Dine, And Explore The Little France Of Vermont

Bonjour et Bienvenue (hello and welcome) to Montpelier, Vermont!  Aside from being the capital of Vermont, did you know the Montpelier is named after the French city with the same name?

While you won't see replicas of popular French landmarks in Vermont's capital city, the landscape and architecture throughout the city will make it seem as if you're in a small town along the French countryside. You'll also stumble upon some French-inspired restaurants and charming cafes that'll give you the sense as if you've truly escaped to another world! So, read on to learn more about why you should explore Montpelier during a weekend away.

To reach Montpelier, take 1-89 South from Burlington for about 40 minutes.

From this vantage point, the city can easily pass for a town in France.

In addition to checking out the capitol building, stroll along the French-looking gardens in front of this landmark too.

Just like many towns and villages in France, the downtown area in Montpelier is very walkable too.

After you've worked up an appetite touring Montpelier, stop by the Skinny Pancake to refuel. Similar to if you were in France, you'll the option to order either a sweet or savory crepe.

Make sure to include Hubbard Park in your list of places to visit during your weekend in Montpelier, Vermont. Like many parks in France, you'll find plenty of things to explore such as the park tower.

During your weekend away, treat yourself to a spectacular meal at Kismet. Along with dining on oysters and enjoying other French-inspired dishes, sip on French wine from the Loire Valley.

After spending the weekend exploring Montpelier, how about planning getaways to other small towns in Vermont? For inspiration of where to go next, take a look at this piece: 13 Undeniably Fun Weekend Trips To Take If You Live In Vermont.