Franziska's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Beautiful views, bike path, restaurants and bars. Echo science museum is a hit for children and adults alike. Make sure to walk all the way down to the dock. It’s open to the public even if you don’t go to Splash restaurant and bar.
132 locals recommend
Waterfront Park
10 College StBeautiful views, bike path, restaurants and bars. Echo science museum is a hit for children and adults alike. Make sure to walk all the way down to the dock. It’s open to the public even if you don’t go to Splash restaurant and bar.
Short 30-45 minute hike or you can also drive up with beautiful views of the lake and Burlington. They do charge a $7 fee per person.
93 locals recommend
Mount Philo
Short 30-45 minute hike or you can also drive up with beautiful views of the lake and Burlington. They do charge a $7 fee per person.
Pumpkin patch, corn field maze and many farmers market treats.
11 locals recommend
Sam Mazza's Farm Market
277 Lavigne RdPumpkin patch, corn field maze and many farmers market treats.
Beautiful beach access year around with hiking options and food/bar during the summer.
North Beach Campground
60 Institute RdBeautiful beach access year around with hiking options and food/bar during the summer.
Great family friendly boat tour with good food and drinks available.
28 locals recommend
Spirit of Ethan Allen
1 College StGreat family friendly boat tour with good food and drinks available.
Shelburne Farms
1611 Harbor RoadShelburne Museum
6000 Shelburne RdECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain
1 College StShelburne Bay Park
1467 Bay RdGreat little hike along the beautiful waterfront
Stowe Pinnacle Overlook
Beautiful hike in Stowe
Ben & Jerry’s
1281 Vermont Rte 100Palmer's Sugar House
332 Shelburne Hinesburg RdNice walk / hike through woods until you reach red rocks with nice views of the lake and Adirondacks
60 locals recommend
Red Rocks Park
4 Central AveNice walk / hike through woods until you reach red rocks with nice views of the lake and Adirondacks
Overlook Park
1575 Spear StNice walk along the lake. Playground. Tree House. Beach and swimming. Paddle board, kayak rental during summer months.
59 locals recommend
Oakledge Park
Nice walk along the lake. Playground. Tree House. Beach and swimming. Paddle board, kayak rental during summer months.
Food scene
Church Street
Church StreetDowntown Burlington with many shops, restaurants and bars.
Shelburne Vineyard
6308 Shelburne RdDelicious bakery with little cafe for closest breakfast (also lunch) option
6 locals recommend
Klinger's Bread Co
10 Farrell StDelicious bakery with little cafe for closest breakfast (also lunch) option
Beach Style Restaurant with beautiful views, literally on the water.
34 locals recommend
Splash At the Boathouse
2 College StBeach Style Restaurant with beautiful views, literally on the water.
Shanty on the Shore
181 Battery St
The Farmhouse Tap & Grill
160 Bank St
Pauline’s Cafe & Restaurant
1834 Shelburne RdOld school but delicious!
Amazing selection of beverages. Must try their delicious lobster roll - their deli is amazing and it’s just down the road from us.
Route 7 Liquor and Deli
2659 Shelburne RoadAmazing selection of beverages. Must try their delicious lobster roll - their deli is amazing and it’s just down the road from us.
Check out Pine Street while you are at it. Fun and secret treasures can be found here in this artist populated area.
48 locals recommend
Dedalus Wine Shop, Market & Wine Bar
388 Pine StCheck out Pine Street while you are at it. Fun and secret treasures can be found here in this artist populated area.
Spot on the Dock
1 King StZabby & Elf's Stone Soup
211 College StAmazing, buffet style
Hotel Vermont
41 Cherry StBangkok Bistro in the alley
36 Thorsen WayThis place has amazing and unusual drinks
Lincolns
College StreetSpeakeasy bar but only take cash!!!