Cities in Vermont

As Vermont’s largest city, Burlington is the heart of the cultural and entertainment scene in the state. With museums, arts and fantastic restaurants with world-class cuisine, Burlington is a fantastic city in which to live or visit. The historic district of the city is rich with visual highlights and the city’s top attraction, the nearby Ben & Jerry’s ice cream factory, is a delicious way to spend the afternoon.

The mountainous region near Rutland encourages visitors from all over to hike, ski, swim, bike and fish. The southwest city of Rutland also has a designated historic center. You’ll find a fine variety of restaurants, live music venues, shops and the region’s largest movie complex.

The state capital is a comfortable and neighborly city, with the Capitol Building dominating the skyline. The downtown area is full of small shops, coffee houses and bookstores, while the Winooski River meanders by, providing for one of the most picturesque sites in the state.

Nestled in northern Vermont amidst lakes and rivers is St. Johnsbury, a small town with a big, rural New England lifestyle. Forests cover the rolling hills and there are plenty of mountain bike trails, with hiking, bird watching, camping and water sports ranking high on the list of things to do. Many historic sites are well-preserved and residents are proud of the way their life passes at a slower, more relaxed pace.

Southern Vermont has long been a haven for artists, and between unique crafted items and artisan foods, the area draws plenty of outsiders eager to experience it all. Brattleboro feels very urban, with homes and businesses on steep grades and close together in a neighborly way.

Born as a bustling railroad city, today St. Albans is the gateway to the lake and island region of Vermont. Historic buildings and small town shops greet visitors to St. Albans and the nearby Champlain Islands. Residents are proud of their heritage and celebrate through festivals, such as the Maple Festival, each year.