Top 10 Things to Do in Vermont

1. Bennington Museum—Witness the rich cultural and artistic heritage of Vermont at this state-of-the-art building. From paintings to pottery, the art and memorabilia exhibited is a perfect way for visitors of all ages to spend a day. (Bennington)
2. Ben & Jerry’s Factory Tour—The guided factory tour takes guests through the production of the famous ice cream, from start to finish, with a taste sample and the “scoop shop.” Learn fun and funny facts about the company and leave with souvenirs from the expansive gift shop. (Waterbury)
3. Smugglers’ Notch—A resort in the mountains of Vermont where families can ski, snowboard, hike, bike, swim and play tennis. There’s also a water park and plenty of dining and lodging options. (Smugglers’ Notch)
4. Billings Farm & Museum—Step back in time to a 100-year-old working New England farm, with maple syrup production, cheese-making and other nearly lost arts. Interact with farm animals, see old-fashioned farm equipment at work and enjoy the simple, yet lovely arts and crafts produced in that era. (Woodstock)
5. Vermont Institute of Natural Science—The purpose of the VINS is to educate visitors on the natural beauty and wonder of the New England ecosystem. With an extensive Raptor Exhibit, the center features interactive exhibits and scheduled live bird demonstrations. (Quechee)
6. Green Mountain Railroad—Return to a time when the railroad was the preferred way to travel, and see the Vermont countryside in a whole new way. Aboard these special trains, visitors can travel between cities and spend a day riding the rails. (Bellows Falls)
7. Southern Vermont Arts Center—Dedicated to housing the best of performing arts and visual arts, this expansive center features several buildings, gardens and pavilions that house a variety of year-round events. Visitors can also take classes in the arts. (Manchester)
8. Bromley Adventure Zone—Experience Vermont’s largest fun park, with coasters, mini golf, slides, rock walls and, best of all, skiing and snowboarding. Try hockey or ice skating at the rink or relax via a sleigh ride. Shop and dine in this wonderful resort area that has plenty of things to do all year round. (Manchester Center)
9. Alburg Dunes—On the shores of Lake Champlain is Alburg Dunes, a state park with plenty of sandy beaches and water fun. In addition to providing outstanding recreation, the park provides wetlands habitat for birds and deer. (Alburg)
10. Vermont Maple Festival—Celebrate the famous Vermont maple syrup and all the sweet things it represents at the biggest festival in the state. The annual festival includes a carnival, antique show, food court, live music, cooking contests and outdoor market. (St. Albans)