8 Unique Places To Explore When You Plan A Staycation In Burlington, Vermont

Explore Burlington, VT for a weekend with a fun itinerary featuring unique local attractions and activities.

You've come to the right place if you're ready to explore Burlington, VT for the weekend. If you're visiting from out of town and looking for a fun itinerary, this post is for you! And, if you're a local in search of creative activities to check out during your staycation, read on to learn more about the unique places to see and do during your break.

Burlington is less than an hour from the Canadian border and sits on Lake Champlain, (New York State is on the other side). As the city with the biggest population, you'll soon learn that there's plenty to do during a weekend away in Burlington.

1. Church Street Marketplace

One of the first stops on your weekend stay in Burlington should be to Church Street. Aside from being a great place to people watch, this downtown pedestrian walking area has plenty of shops and restaurants for you to check out throughout its 4 block span.

2. Made INN Vermont

Made Inn Vermont is truly one-of-a-kind. You'll find bits of Vermont all over the inn. This includes the artwork, decor, and food.

3. Made INN Vermont for Breakfast

Breakfast is served! Indulge in mouthwatering meals like this when you stay at Made INN Vermont.

4. The Gryphon

For comfort food with a flare, check out the Gryphon's lunch and dinner menu. Along with the restaurant's warm vibe, it's also conveniently located in downtown Burlington.

5. World's Tallest Filing Cabinet

Head to the southwest part of town to snap a shot of this unique piece of art that makes Burlington wonderfully weird.

6. Wander Around University of Vermont's Campus

Spend your Sunday afternoon during your staycation checking out this beautiful campus.

7. Waterfront Park

Waterfront Park is one of the main attractions in Burlington and a must do during your staycation. You can easily spend time bike riding or plan a picnic during your weekend getaway to Burlington.

8. Sunset View of Lake Champlain

Take time to appreciate the view of the sunset over Lake Champlain too.

To get going on planning your ideal staycation in Burlington, check out the following resources:

Enjoy your staycation in Burlington!

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