Olivia's Vermont Favorites
Hiking, Picnic
North Branch Cascades Trail
1181 VT-12Great mountain biking, walking, running, cross country ski trails. You’ll find carvings and sculptures in the granite along the trail.
8 locals recommend
Millstone Trails Association
44 Brook StGreat mountain biking, walking, running, cross country ski trails. You’ll find carvings and sculptures in the granite along the trail.
Owls Head Mt.
Swimming, Walking, Mountain Biking
North Branch Nature Center
713 Elm StSwimming, Kayaking
Wrightsville Beach Recreation Area
369 VT-12Best Eats
Best maple syrup & creamees (don’t skip the maple dust) in Vermont!
39 locals recommend
Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks
1168 County RdBest maple syrup & creamees (don’t skip the maple dust) in Vermont!
Our favorite restaurant in the world. Food never disappoints, seriously amazing. Something for everyone, even vegans. Reservations recommended.
59 locals recommend
A Single Pebble
133 Bank StOur favorite restaurant in the world. Food never disappoints, seriously amazing. Something for everyone, even vegans. Reservations recommended.
Best lobster rolls in Vermont. Lovely outdoor dining overlooking Burlington Marina. Excellent cocktails. https://vtfarmersandforagers.com
7 locals recommend
Farmers and Foragers Food Truck
75 Penny LaneBest lobster rolls in Vermont. Lovely outdoor dining overlooking Burlington Marina. Excellent cocktails. https://vtfarmersandforagers.com
The food here is excellent, never disappoints. Best restaurant in central Vermont.
19 locals recommend
Cornerstone Pub & Kitchen
47 N Main StThe food here is excellent, never disappoints. Best restaurant in central Vermont.
Caledonia Spirits
116 Gin LnBest cocktails & bar in Montpelier.
Capital City Farmers Market
116 Gin LaneSaturdays 9 am to 1 pm
Julio's
54 State StBest Mexican food in Montpelier. Good margaritas & outdoor seating.
Best Italian in Montpelier, always good food & good service. Reservations recommended.
77 locals recommend
Sarducci's
3 Main StBest Italian in Montpelier, always good food & good service. Reservations recommended.
The Hippie Chickpea
41 Elm StGreat falafel.
Best deli sandwiches & groceries. Tons of local products.
82 locals recommend
Hunger Mountain Coop station
623 Stone Cutters WayBest deli sandwiches & groceries. Tons of local products.
Lovely cafe for breakfast or lunch by the river. Excellent desserts, don’t skip the homemade ice cream sandwiches which are absolutely amazing!
50 locals recommend
The Sweet Spot
40 Bridge StLovely cafe for breakfast or lunch by the river. Excellent desserts, don’t skip the homemade ice cream sandwiches which are absolutely amazing!
Asian Gourmet
276 N Main StBest local Asian food & sushi
All around really good food and sushi, but not a place for vegetarians.
8 locals recommend
Filling Station of Vermont
970 U.S. 2All around really good food and sushi, but not a place for vegetarians.
Morning coffee & sweet treats. We recommend the apple cider doughnuts, key lime pie & whoppie pies.
23 locals recommend
Birchgrove Baking
279 Elm StMorning coffee & sweet treats. We recommend the apple cider doughnuts, key lime pie & whoppie pies.
Hyde Away Inn & Restaurant
1428 Mill Brook RdFilibuster Cafe
Great for brunch in Montpelier.
Historical Sites
State House station
Biking
Lovely paved flat bike & walking trail along the creek & through the woods & farm fields. https://www.stowerec.org/parks-facilities/rec-paths/stowe-recreation-path/
73 locals recommend
Stowe Recreation Path
Stowe Recreation PathLovely paved flat bike & walking trail along the creek & through the woods & farm fields. https://www.stowerec.org/parks-facilities/rec-paths/stowe-recreation-path/
South Hero Bike Ferry
Island Line Rail TrailArt & Gifts
Artisans Hand
89 Main StRabble-Rouser Chocolate & Craft Co
64 Main StIncredible locally made chocolate.