The Vermont Tourism Network is your resource for planning Vermont tours, and we are proud to be your partner in welcoming groups to Vermont.
Vermont is the perfect destination for all ages and interests. Take a look at your existing itinerariesadd just one more attraction or destination to make it “new.” Let us help you develop new business with tours that reach out to a different market segment or niche interest group.
This Tour Manual features:
Map with featured group tour destinations to assist with your itinerary planning and routing
Sample itineraries and trip ideas
Destination listings which include descriptions, contact information, group policies and rates, motorcoach parking information, and more
Vermont Tourism Network is your resource, please do not hesitate to reach out for assistance with your tour planning We look forward to welcoming you to Vermont
Tourism Marketing and Sales Associate 207-475-5497 | mtalty@vtchamber.com
Image courtesy of Southern Vermont Arts Center
VERMONT Featured Destinations
Find Vermont treasurers. Let the Vermont Tourism Network and our featured group destinations help update an existing itinerary, or develop a new tour that your group will never forget. There are many experiences to discover in Vermont.
Vermont is home to more than 100 covered bridges, boasting more covered bridges per square mile than any other state Dating back to 1820, Vermont's covered bridges are the settings for ghost stories, weddings, peaceful drives, some of our most beautiful photography and memories that will last a lifetime.
This suggested itinerary showcases the iconic covered bridges, and the waterfalls surrounding them, throughout Vermont.
DAY 1
Spend the day in Woodstock, Quechee and Taftsville Enjoy the quintessential New England town of Woodstock This quaint town is very walkable, with great shops and a lovely covered bridge on The Green. Visit Billings Farm & Museum.
Depart for Quechee, passing over the Quechee Covered Bridge. Park on the Simon Pearce side of the bridge for a photo op of the bridge and falls.
Enjoy lunch at Quechee Inn at Marshland Farm, two minutes from the Quechee Covered Bridge Depart Quechee for Taftsville Stop for a photo op at the Taftsville Covered Bridge
Spend the night in White River Junction at the Hampton Inn White River Junction Hotel.
SALLY COOPER (AM FOSTER COVERED BRIDGE, CABOT) LOCATIONS (TOP TO BOTTOM) MIIDDLE COVERED BRIDGE, WOODSTOCK SIMON PEARCE, QUECHEE
DAY 2
Depart White River Junction for Northfield and spend the day in Northfield, Waitsfield, Warren, Granville and Stockbridge. Northfield features multiple covered bridges, three of which are within a quarter mile on the same road. These three are a short drive but are walkable for those who choose.
Depart Northfield for Waitsfield, stopping at the Waitsfield Covered Bridge. Continue on to the small shops in town, then enjoy lunch at Lareau Farm Inn. Make the short drive to Warren, passing over the Warren Covered Bridge Then, travel to Granville and visit Moss Glen Falls, featuring picturesque and beautiful small and large falls
Continue to Stockbridge, visiting Stone Revival Gallery & Gift Shop. Enjoy a marble carving demonstration. Take in the picturesque views of the surrounding mountains from the outdoor Sculpture Garden & Studio and shop the gift shop for goods made by local artisans.
Spend the night in White River Junction, returning to the hotel from the previous night.
DAY 3
Depart White River Junction and continue on to Cavendish via Route 131 for a special lunch at the Castle Hill Resort and Spa.
Leave Cavendish via Route 103 to the Vermont Country Store in Rockingham Take a journey into the general store of yesteryear with The Vermont Country Store. As the purveyors of practical and hardto-find products, you'll find a host of quality merchandise from around the block and around the world.
Don’t miss the Vermont Country Store Kissing Bridge, whose name comes from an old tradition from the horse-and-buggy days. Continue south to spend the night in Springfield or at the Best Western Springfield.
After enjoying the scenic vistas, iconic bridges and creating memories, depart Vermont for home. Thank you for visiting Vermont!
NEED ASSISTANCE?
Vermont Tourism Network is your group travel resource. Visit VermontTourismNetwork.com for more resources or contact Marc Plouffe at mplouffe@vtchamber.com.
Fall in Vermont is iconic, with the best sightseeing, atmosphere, and adventures. Boasting the highest percentage of maple trees in the nation, forests cover three-quarters of the Green Mountain State Vermont’s green mountains change to vibrant shades of red, orange, and yellow as the days become shorter and the temperatures start to turn colder.
This suggested itinerary showcases a variety of attractions and activities that highlight this special season in Vermont.
DAY 1
Begin your Vermont experience with a visit to Morse Farm Maple where eight generations have produced award winning maple products loved around the world. Next up, visit the historic Vermont State House in the state capital of Montpelier, and take some time to browse the many shops in this quaint, walkable downtown.
Take the scenic Mad River Byway (Route 100) to Waitsfield, visit the small boutique shops on Bridge Street, and stop to take in one of Vermont’s many covered bridges. Enjoy lunch at beautiful Lareau Farm Inn, a quintessential Vermont inn and farm on the Mad River After lunch, indulge in ice cream at Ben & Jerry’s, or apple cider and cider donuts at Cold Hollow Cider Mill.
Top off the day with a chef demo and dinner or a Cook Academy class at The Essex Resort & Spa to take your day to the next level. Spend the night at The Essex Resort or other Burlington area hotels, such as the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Burlington, Delta Hotels by Marriott Burlington, or Holiday Inn Express South Burlington.
HILDENE, THE LINCOLN FAMILY HOME, MANCHESTER
DAY 2
Depart the lodging property for Shelburne to visit Shelburne Museum one of America’s most diverse museums of art, design, and Americana Allow for three hours to take in the 100,000 works in 39 buildings
Next, head to Burlington for a scenic lunch cruise on Lake Champlain aboard the Spirit of Ethan Allen. Enjoy an afternoon visit to Palmer’s Sugarhouse for a sweet maple treat. Afterwards, travel to Church Street Marketplace to browse the shops and enjoy dinner for the group or separately at one of the many dining options. Spend the night at The Essex Resort or other Burlington lodging.
DAY 3
Depart Burlington area for the Birds of Vermont Museum, where natural history meets art at this one-of-a-kind treasure. Explore more than 500 life-like wood carvings, observe wild birds and watch wood carving artisans at work, and enjoy the views on the grounds.
Travel to scenic Plymouth Notch and experience the President Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site. One of the best-preserved presidential birthplaces in the nation, Plymouth Notch is virtually unchanged since the early 1900’s Explore the general store, family homes, church, cheese factory, and interactive Welcome Center
Continue on scenic Route 100 to the Vermont Country Store in Weston. Shop thousands of practical and hard to find goods that will surprise and delight at every turn. Enjoy lunch at the Vermont Country Store’s Mildred’s Dairy Bar. Depart Weston for Stratton or Manchester area. Spend the night at Stratton Mountain Resort, Lodge at Bromley, or Hampton Inn Manchester.
DAY 4
Depart the lodging property for Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home. Tour the preserved mansion where Abraham Lincoln’s descendants lived until 1975. Visit the formal gardens, cheese farm, and the fully restored Pullman Car Enjoy lunch on the grounds
Depart for lodging in Manchester or at Stratton Mountain Resort If lodging in Manchester, dine at Barrows House. If lodging at Stratton Mountain Resort, there are plenty of dining options on property or in the village for group or individual dining.
After enjoying the scenic vistas, delightful tastings and creating memories, depart Vermont for home. Thank you for visiting Vermont!
NEED ASSISTANCE?
Vermont Tourism Network is your group travel resource. Visit VermontTourismNetwork.com for more resources or contact Marc Plouffe at mplouffe@vtchamber com
ARRIVE IN BURLINGTON
Explore Church Street Marketplace and all this pedestrian mall has to offer, including boutique shops, restaurants and entertainment. Dining options include one of the many restaurants on Church Street or a dinner cruise on Lake Champlain aboard the Spirit of Ethan Allen.
Spend the night at Delta Hotels by Marriott Burlington, DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington, or the Holiday Inn Express South Burlington.
DAY 1
Spend your first full day in Vermont traveling north to south on Route 7. Take in the views of the Adirondacks on one side, Vermont’s Green Mountain on the other, and sweeping farmland views in between.
Start in Shelburne at Shelburne Museum, one of America’s most diverse museums of art, design and Americana. Featuring 39 buildings full of fine art, folk art, farm equipment, circus memorabilia, the steam ship Ticonderoga, beautiful gardens and much more.
Stop at Dakin Farm in Ferrisburgh to experience an authentic taste of Vermont Tour the sugar house then enjoy samples of smoked meats, cheeses and other Vermont specialties. Stop for lunch in Middlebury, a walkabout town with many shops and restaurants, or at Morgan’s Tavern at The Middlebury Inn.
Spend the night at Best Western Rutland or Mountain Top Resort in Chittenden.
MAD RIVER VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
LOCATIONS (TOP TO BOTTOM)
SPIRIT OF ETHAN ALLEN, BURLINGTON DAKIN FARM, FERRISBURGH
DAY 2
Continue your journey further into southern Vermont. Depart your hotel for Manchester. Start the day at Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home and tour the home where Abraham Lincoln’s descendants lived until 1975. The 24-room Georgian Revival mansion is beautifully preserved. Explore the formal gardens and view the restored 1903 Pullman Palace Railroad car.
Enjoy lunch and shopping; visit the outlets in Manchester Depart for Weston and The Vermont Country Store Step back to a simpler time and place Founded in 1946, this authentic country store is stocked to the rafters with thousands of wonderful goods, food products and more.
Travel northeast to Billings Farm & Museum in Woodstock. Step into farm life and experience the beauty and inspiration of Vermont's working landscape. Enjoy the quintessential town of Woodstock. Explore the wonderful shops, restaurants and galleries, and stop by the covered bridge for a photo op
Venture east into Quechee Explore Quechee Gorge, Vermont’s little Grand Canyon and shop at Quechee Gorge Village. Travel south to Norwich and visit King Arthur Bakery + Café, Store & School. Watch artisan bakers at work in the bakery and shop for all your baking needs.
Spend the night in White River Junction at the Hampton Inn White River Junction Hotel.
DAY 3
Depart your lodging for Graniteville and visit Rock of Ages Quarry and Morse Farm Maple in Montpelier. Travel on to Ben & Jerry’s in Waterbury. Enjoy an old favorite flavor or try a new one at the scoop shop and browse the gift shop. Stop at Cold Hollow Cider Mill and shop the Vermont maple and other specialty products, fresh bakery, cider donuts and more.
Arrive in Stowe and explore the shops on Main Street before dining at Trapp Family Lodge. Spend the night in one of the area’s many lodging properties, such as Trapp Family Lodge, or Best Western Plus Waterbury-Stowe.
After exploring the highlights of Vermont from north to south, depart for home Thank you for visiting Vermont!
NEED ASSISTANCE?
Vermont Tourism Network is your group travel resource Visit VermontTourismNetwork com for more resources or contact Marc Plouffe at mplouffe@vtchamber.com.
Vermont offers numerous options for your upscale traveler – from amazing Inns and B&B’s to unique hotels; iconic attractions and extensive outdoor options; farm-to-table dining and experiences like no other. And the scenery!
Travelers can visit Vermont via Boston (3 hrs ); Albany (2hrs ); Hartford (3 hrs ) or through Burlington International Airport How about a two-nation vacation – Montreal, QC is just over 1 5 hrs from Burlington? Start building your itinerary with these suggestions.
SOUTHERN VERMONT
Dorset Inn & Barrows House Inn, Dorset
Two beautiful and well-appointed inns in the town of Dorset. Fine dining and experiences. Minutes from Manchester with outlet shopping, galleries and restaurants. Some stand out attractions: Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home, Southern Vermont Arts Center, Northshire Bookstore and more Nearby in Bennington – Bennington Museum; in Weston, the iconic Vermont Country Store, not to be missed!
CENTRAL VERMONT
Capitol Plaza, Montpelier
In the heart of Vermont’s capital, Montpelier, offering elegant, fully renovated rooms and fine dining. Surrounded by boutique shops, galleries and more Just minutes from Vermont’s most popular attractions including Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks, Vermont State House, Ben & Jerry’s, Cabot Cheese and more.
TRAPP FAMILY LODGE, STOWE
CENTRAL VERMONT
Mountain Top Resort, Chittenden
Situated on a high hill above a stunning reservoir with mountain and water views. Cozy, high design, great food, many activities including equestrian, kayaks and pontoon boats, tennis, spa and many others. Central location offers a great opportunity to hub and spoke to many of Vermont’s attractions and towns – Iconic New England town of Woodstock, Billings Farm & Museum, Quechee Gorge and Quechee Gorge Village, King Arthur Flour Travel to Montpelier and Burlington and/or Route 7 to Middlebury and many experiences
NORTHERN VERMONT
Trapp Family Lodge, Stowe
Home of the von Trapp family from the Sound of Music. This amazing destination is still owned and run by the von Trapp family. The views will make you understand why they selected Stowe after their escape from Austria. The lodge rooms have been completely refreshed; great food and extensive activities outdoor, music, and history tours Their Bierhall is onsite where they brew and serve up their award-winning lagers. One of our most popular destinations. Great location for hub and spoke to many VT attractions AND to the famous Alchemist Brewery, home of the iconic and much sought after Heady Topper beer. Very special year-round. Christmas is amazing.
Burlington, VT
Our largest “city” full of amazing activities, shopping and attractions. Just 1.5 hrs. from Montreal. Take a scenic or meal cruise on the Spirit of Ethan Allen, travel south to Shelburne Museum, Shelburne Farms and Shelburne Vineyard or north to Snow Farm Vineyard on the Lake Champlain islands.
Lodging properties: DoubleTree Burlington just completed and $11+ million renovation.
Essex Resort & Spa, Essex Junction
Just 15 minutes from downtown Burlington. Known as Vermont’s Culinary Resort & Spa, this is a wonderful destination. Has recently gone through a renovation/refresh. Offers culinary classes, demos and even an Iron Chef like competition. Wonderful grounds and spa.
NEED ASSISTANCE?
Vermont Tourism Network is your group travel resource. Visit VermontTourismNetwork.com for more resources or contact Marc Plouffe at mplouffe@vtchamber com
631 Pasture Ln., Charlotte 802-230-2013 | sera@finervermonttours.com
Image courtesy of Hotel Vermont
MilneEducational Tours
Partnering with tour operators and group leaders to plan fully customized tours through a commitment to excellence in educational travel, cultural, and unique local experiences. Founded in 1975 in Barre, VT with offices in Vermont and throughout New England.
Open your senses to the world of travel. Scroll through Notch Above’s extensive list of tours, including a signature fall foliage in Vermont tour. Discover a destination waiting just for you. They are committed to being with you every step of the way.
Sugar Tours was founded by Chris Donnelly in 1997. Chris has been part of the group travel industry for thirty years with a specialty in sightseeing tours and educational programs for students and adults.
Sugar Tours is proud to offer some of New England’s finest tours featuring innovative twists, including some of the hottest trends in the industry. They are able to customize any package to fit your group’s needs and interests. Whether your group is interested in a country inn or deluxe hotel they will be able to plan a tour within your budget.
When planning your next tour to Vermont and New England give let them show you the area in a new way.
Contact Chris Donnelly
P.O. Box 2078, West Dover 802-464-9740 | vttours@sover.net | sugartours.com
If you’re looking to have fun and enjoy a host of cultural diversions you’ve come to the right place. The Greater Brattleboro Area is a four season wonderland of entertainment for the entire family. There are amazing walking trails to enjoy, myriad shops and galleries to explore in Brattleboro’s historic downtown as well as points north, south, east and west. Brattleboro offers an endless flow of live music, theatre, and festivals sure to engage. Don’t forget Brattleboro’s enticing array of restaurants, bars and cafes that will definitely please any palate! You see - it’s easy to play and explore in the one and only Greater Brattleboro.
Motorcoach Parking: Convenient parking with easy access to the historic downtown.
Contact Greg Lesch, Executive Director 802-254-4565 | Greg@brattleborochamber.org | brattleborochamber.org
DiscoverSt.Johnsbury
51DepotSquare,St Johnsbury
Discover a community rich in culture, vibrant with arts and architecture, and a shopping and dining destination at the jumping off point for adventure in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom.
Featured in Yankee Magazine's 2024 'Top Places to Live in New England', St. Johnsbury is a small town that boasts more than it's fair share of world-class attractions, with options to delight everyone in the whole family.
Shop and dine at vibrant retail shops and eateries in St. Johnsbury's historic downtown district, take in one-of-a-kind cultural attractions like Dog Mountain or the Fairbanks Museum & Planetarium, grab a show at a local movie theater or performing arts center, or explore New England's longest rail trail, the 93-mile Lamoille Valley Rail Trail.
Contact the St. Johnsbury Welcome Center's trained staff for recommendations about the best places to stay, shop, eat, or play during your visit.
Tour Group Offerings: The Welcome Center at a historic St. Johnsbury passenger train depot includes trained staff providing local information, public restrooms, and assistance with bus parking. The Welcome Center is ADA accessible and is walkable to downtown St. Johnsbury's shopping, dining and cultural attractions. Call or email in advance for assistance planning your trip.
Motorcoach Parking: Contact the Welcome Center to discuss parking needs.
Contact Gillian Sewake, Director 802-748-8575 | director@discoverstjohnsbury.com | discoverstjohnsbury.com
Franklin County Chamber of Commerce
2 Noth Main St., Suite 101, Saint Albans
Discover the charm of Franklin County, Vermont, a welcoming four-season destination with something for everyone. Located near Lake Champlain and the Canadian border, Franklin County combines stunning natural beauty with the vibrant culture of its small towns.
From scenic countryside and historic sites to outdoor recreation and local farms, our region invites you to explore the heart of northern Vermont. Visitors can enjoy hiking, biking, shopping, art galleries, and savor local flavors at our breweries and farm-to-table restaurants. Year-round festivals and events add to the unique local experience.
As the official Welcome Center in St. Albans, the Franklin County Regional Chamber of Commerce is here to provide you with everything you need for a memorable visit. Stop by to get information on the best lodging, dining, and attractions in the area.
Contact
Carl Watkins, Manager
802-552-6312 | info@fcrccvt.com | fcrccvt.com
51MainSt ,Stowe
Only in Stowe can you find breathtaking scenic views, abundant outdoor recreation and smalltown charm—all packaged together. Named one of 11 Best Small Towns in America by Travel + Leisure.
A four-season destination offering a world-class experiences for every traveler. Discover some of the things that truly differentiate Stowe. From Vermont’s tallest peak, waterfall and church steeple, to three classic covered bridges, add one-of-kind memories to your bucket list and experience the best of Vermont only in Stowe.
Named one of the “Top 20 Best Small Towns to Visit” by Smithsonian Magazine. Quality accommodations for every taste and budget. Go Stowe is operated by Stowe, Vermont’s destination marketing organization, the Stowe Area Association (SAA). SAA has a team of planning experts available to work with operators and trip leaders to make the planning process easy.
Contact
802-253-7321 | askus@gostowe.com | gostowe.com
60 Main St., Suite 100, Burlington
Cradled between the Green Mountains and the Adirondacks and tucked into the shores of Lake Champlain, Burlington is a beautiful city with a small-town feel. It’s home to everything that makes Vermont special: friendly people, a vibrant startup culture, award-winning local food and drink, and great outdoor recreation.
Experience the best of Vermont in the Okemo Valley. A unique four-season community in the heart of Vermont offering countless experiences and opportunities to explore. The region is home to a diverse array of activities, attractions and things to do year-round.
A collection of picturesque mountain towns scattered along or near scenic Route 100 in southcentral Vermont, and home to premier resorts, quaint lodging properties, museums, artisan galleries, and a wide range of shopping. Many culinary offerings to delight the palate.
A truly charming New England region. Connect with the Chamber team for recommendations for your group on the best lodging, attractions, and things to do in the region.
Southern Vermont Deerfield Valley Chamber of Commerce 21 West Main St., Wilmington
The Southern Vermont Deerfield Valley is a premier destination rooted in the Green Mountains, known for its authentic New England hospitality, natural beauty, and relaxed lifestyle. It offers a range of outdoor adventures year-round, making it a perfect playground for visitors. In winter, guests can enjoy skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, and ice-fishing, while summer brings opportunities for fishing, hiking, boating, mountain biking, kayaking, golfing, and camping. Fall transforms the valley into a vibrant landscape of autumn colors, offering some of the best leaf peeping in the world. With its commitment to the land and community, the Deerfield Valley invites visitors to relax, engage, and appreciate its unique charm.
The Current, a center for contemporary art in Stowe, Vermont, was established in 1981 with the mission to enhance the human experience through the visual arts. They pursue their mission by offering programming that asserts the value of art and engages both a local and international audience as visitors, volunteers, creators, students, and patrons. The Current is the primary fine arts resource for families in Lamoille County and the surrounding region. Operating with the conviction that meaningful, formative arts experiences should be available and accessible to all people regardless of age, class, race, ability, and geography. Their programming includes art classes and an interpretive learning program that offers multiple modes of engagement to connect audiences with the work presented: workshops, online resources, printed matter, facilitated conversations, a hands-on room, and more.
Group Tour Highlights: The Current is pleased to begin offering a range of carefully curated art activities for audiences of all ages and skill levels. Their Immersive Art Experiences are ideal for visitors and community members alike who are curious about a specific medium or are looking for a way to gain familiarity with the art center’s offerings within the vibrant village of Stowe. These private experiences are customized for individuals and small groups of families, colleagues, or friends.
Whether your interests be art, entertainment, culinary, wellness, or music there is an experience waiting for you to discover. Indulge your senses at the Double E Performance Center with live music, art galleries, live events, and Vermont’s ultimate state-of-the-art cinema experience. Shops for every need from clothing, art, and everything in between. All the variety you could ever want in one exquisite and convenient location at the Essex Experience. Delight your palate and your senses with fine dining, exquisite cocktails, and on the go snacks.
Come connect, gather, learn, play, and explore. Featuring local entrepreneurs and artists.
Have you ever seen the sun from East Bowl in the morning? Or touched the icy waters of Lake Willoughby? Have you biked down Mountain Road at first light? Or heard the brooks roaring in the spring? If you’ve done any of this, you’ll get it.
This four-season adventure hub provides endless outdoor adventures as well as exquisite indoor amenities to enjoy. Your groups are invited to experience East Burke, Vermont. One of the greatest gifts of the Northeast Kingdom is natural beauty and infinite opportunity for experience. Whether you like the outdoors or indoors, winter, summer, spring, or fall, knowledgeable staff can point you in the right direction. From skiing their 50 trails and glades, mountain biking over 100 miles of trails on or around Burke Mountain, hiking Mt. Pisgah, snowshoeing, paddling, swim-holing, paragliding – well, you get the point. There are a million little experiences to be had here in the Last Little Corner of Vermont.
Group Policies and Rates: Call for pricing, rates change seasonally.
The Current, a center for contemporary art in Stowe, Vermont, was established in 1981 with the mission to enhance the human experience through the visual arts. They pursue their mission by offering programming that asserts the value of art and engages both a local and international audience as visitors, volunteers, creators, students, and patrons. The Current is the primary fine arts resource for families in Lamoille County and the surrounding region. Operating with the conviction that meaningful, formative arts experiences should be available and accessible to all people regardless of age, class, race, ability, and geography. Their programming includes art classes and an interpretive learning program that offers multiple modes of engagement to connect audiences with the work presented: workshops, online resources, printed matter, facilitated conversations, a hands-on room, and more.
Group Tour Highlights: The Current is pleased to begin offering a range of carefully curated art activities for audiences of all ages and skill levels. Their Immersive Art Experiences are ideal for visitors and community members alike who are curious about a specific medium or are looking for a way to gain familiarity with the art center’s offerings within the vibrant village of Stowe. These private experiences are customized for individuals and small groups of families, colleagues, or friends.
Contact Pauline Jennings, Deputy Director 802-253-8358 | deputy@thecurrentnow.org | thecurrentnow.org
TheEssex Experience
Whether your interests be art, entertainment, culinary, wellness, or music there is an experience waiting for you to discover. Indulge your senses at the Double E Performance Center with live music, art galleries, live events, and Vermont’s ultimate state-of-the-art cinema experience. Shops for every need from clothing, art, and everything in between. All the variety you could ever want in one exquisite and convenient location at the Essex Experience. Delight your palate and your senses with fine dining, exquisite cocktails, and on the go snacks.
Come connect, gather, learn, play, and explore. Featuring local entrepreneurs and artists.
Cabot Creamery Cooperative is a farmer-owned co-op and certified BCorp that's been making award-winning products with love, pride and purpose for over 100 years. When visiting Vermont, make sure a trip to one of our retail stores is on your itinerary. Come browse a complete collection of Cabot cheese products and limited-edition merch. Discover an impressive selection of Vermont artisanal cheese, microbrews, hard cider, wine and other Vermont specialty foods. Whether you're shopping for yourself, a gift or an afternoon charcuterie snack, our stores are full of outstanding products, making it an easy stop on your New England adventure.
Cabot Creamery Cooperative is a farmer-owned co-op and certified BCorp that's been making award-winning products with love, pride and purpose for over 100 years. When visiting Vermont, make sure a trip to one of our retail stores is on your itinerary. Come browse a complete collection of Cabot cheese products and limited-edition merch. Discover an impressive selection of Vermont artisanal cheese, microbrews, hard cider, wine and other Vermont specialty foods. Whether you're shopping for yourself, a gift or an afternoon charcuterie snack, our stores are full of outstanding products, making it an easy stop on your New England adventure.
Whether your interests be art, entertainment, culinary, wellness, or music there is an experience waiting for you to discover. Indulge your senses at the Double E Performance Center with live music, art galleries, live events, and Vermont’s ultimate state-of-the-art cinema experience. Shops for every need from clothing, art, and everything in between. All the variety you could ever want in one exquisite and convenient location at the Essex Experience. Delight your palate and your senses with fine dining, exquisite cocktails, and on the go snacks.
Come connect, gather, learn, play, and explore. Featuring local entrepreneurs and artists.
Whether your interests be art, entertainment, culinary, wellness, or music there is an experience waiting for you to discover. Indulge your senses at the Double E Performance Center with live music, art galleries, live events, and Vermont’s ultimate state-of-the-art cinema experience. Shops for every need from clothing, art, and everything in between. All the variety you could ever want in one exquisite and convenient location at the Essex Experience. Delight your palate and your senses with fine dining, exquisite cocktails, and on the go snacks.
Come connect, gather, learn, play, and explore. Featuring local entrepreneurs and artists.
Combining New England design and décor, such as its wrap-around porch and fireplace suites, with modern services and amenities, the Middlebury Courtyard is Vermont’s most unique Marriott property.
The 88-room Courtyard by Marriott surrounds travelers with the conveniences that make stays away from home truly enjoyable. Relax and get ready for the day ahead in one of the superb guest rooms. Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property. Enjoy their Bistro for breakfast or dinner and drinks while enjoying Starbucks Coffee 24/7.
The Middlebury Courtyard is the perfect destination for your group to enjoy many of Vermont’s most popular attractions and events. Their convenient Route 7 location is minutes from Danforth Pewter’s Workshop and Factory Store, the UVM Morgan Horse Farm, and numerous other attractions, wineries, breweries, and more; and along the way to Rutland, Killington, and Burlington.
MotorcoachParking:BusdrivershouldpulluptothefrontoftheBillingsFarm&MuseumVisitor Center ABillingsFarm&Museumstaffmemberwillmeetyourgroup Busparkingisavailableacross thestreetfromourmainlotintheauxiliarylot
Watch master glassblowers and potters at work before you shop for the finished product in their retail store. An extensive assortment of second-quality glass and pottery is available alongside first-quality merchandise. While at Simon Pearce, visit their neighbors in Artisans Park.
Since the beginning, Simon’s life has centered around functional, sophisticated design. Growing up in Ireland with a family of artisans, attention to detail and aesthetics were part of his everyday experience. At age 16, Simon began his craft as an apprentice at his father’s pottery studio. From there, he went on to work with notable glassmakers all over Europe before opening his namesake studio. Inspired by centuries-old Georgian glassmaking techniques and using the finest natural materials, Simon set out to create designs that bring pleasure and inspiration with every use, every day.
From their hand-thrown pottery to their lead-free crystal glassware made with custom molds and purpose-built furnaces, each handcrafted piece carries a story that lends meaning, authenticity, and grace to every use.
MotorcoachParking:BusdrivershouldpulluptothefrontoftheBillingsFarm&MuseumVisitor Center ABillingsFarm&Museumstaffmemberwillmeetyourgroup Busparkingisavailable acrossthestreetfromourmainlotintheauxiliarylot
Watch master glassblowers and potters at work before you shop for the finished product in their retail store. An extensive assortment of second-quality glass and pottery is available alongside first-quality merchandise. While at Simon Pearce, visit their neighbors in Artisans Park.
Since the beginning, Simon’s life has centered around functional, sophisticated design. Growing up in Ireland with a family of artisans, attention to detail and aesthetics were part of his everyday experience. At age 16, Simon began his craft as an apprentice at his father’s pottery studio. From there, he went on to work with notable glassmakers all over Europe before opening his namesake studio. Inspired by centuries-old Georgian glassmaking techniques and using the finest natural materials, Simon set out to create designs that bring pleasure and inspiration with every use, every day.
From their hand-thrown pottery to their lead-free crystal glassware made with custom molds and purpose-built furnaces, each handcrafted piece carries a story that lends meaning, authenticity, and grace to every use.
GroupTourHighlights: Thereisamenuofoptionaladd-onsthatcomplementaself-guidedgroupvisit toBillingsFarm&Museum Theyincludesiterentals,foodandbeverages,andhands-onactivities To addfoodorrentaloptionstoyourreservation,pleaseemailtheirgrouptourcontactatleast14days priortoyourarrivaldate Toaddanactivity,pleasedosoatleast30daysinadvance
GroupPoliciesandRates: 2023rates:$1250perpersonavailabletomotorcoachandorganizational groupsof15ormore,withconfirmedreservations Admissionincludesaself-guidedtourofthesite Uponarrivalthetourgroupleadershouldhavethefollowinginformationreadyfortheonsite coordinator:totalnumberofpeopleinthegroupenteringthesite,thetotalfee,orinvoice information
TimetoAllocate: 1.5-2hours
MotorcoachParking:BusdrivershouldpulluptothefrontoftheBillingsFarm&MuseumVisitor Center ABillingsFarm&Museumstaffmemberwillmeetyourgroup Busparkingisavailableacross thestreetfromourmainlotintheauxiliarylot
Combining New England design and décor such as its wrap-around porch and fireplace suites, with modern services and amenities the Middlebury Courtyard is Vermont’s most unique Marriott property.
The 88-room Courtyard by Marriott surrounds travelers with the conveniences that make stays away from home truly enjoyable. Relax and get ready for the day ahead in one of the superb guest rooms. Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property. Enjoy their Bistro for breakfast or dinner and drinks while enjoying Starbucks Coffee 24/7.
The Middlebury Courtyard is the perfect destination for your group to enjoy many of Vermont’s most popular attractions and events. Their convenient Route 7 location is minutes from Danforth Pewter’s Workshop and Factory Store, the UVM Morgan Horse Farm, and numerous other attractions, wineries, breweries, and more; and along the way to Rutland, Killington, and Burlington.
Stop by for a real Vermont taste experience and learn how it’s made. Look into the USDAinspected smokehouse where you might see sausage coming out of the smoker or our Master Smokers, performing their craft of maple-glazing and spiral-slicing hams. Step into the Sugarhouse, where you can see their King Style Maple Syrup Evaporator, tools used to collect sap dating back to the 1800s, and a video on the history of sugaring.
Make sure to grab a maple creemee made with lots of pure Vermont maple syrup before heading into the air-conditioned movie theater to view the Dakin Farm story. Explore the retail store and the huge selection of Vermont products, gifts, and the best quality pure Vermont maple syrup you’ll find in VT. Purchases can be shipped home or carried out. Restrooms are available.
Group Tour Highlights: Free admission to the theater and self-guided tours are welcome through their sugarhouse.
Group Policies and Rates: Group Tours welcome, reservations appreciated. Group tour rate available on maple creemees. Free admission to the theater and self-guided tours are welcome through their sugarhouse.
Contact Eric LeBeau, General Manager 800-993-2546 | customerservice@dakinfarm.com | dakinfarm.com
Dakin
J.Morgan'sSteakhouse
100StateSt ,Montpelier
J. Morgan's Steakhouse has been serving award-winning steaks and seafood to locals and overnight travelers for years. All within an appealing atmosphere that has been described as 'city steakhouse, eclectic, and even eye candy.'
Enjoy Vermont's most prized steakhouse for lunch or dinner. With a carefully selected wine list, sixteen microbrews on tap, and a seasonally updated cocktail menu, you’ll enjoy every moment spent dining with them.
Watch master glassblowers and potters at work before you shop for the finished product in their retail store. An extensive assortment of second-quality glass and pottery is available alongside first-quality merchandise. While at Simon Pearce, visit their neighbors in Artisans Park.
Since the beginning, Simon’s life has centered around functional, sophisticated design. Growing up in Ireland with a family of artisans, attention to detail and aesthetics were part of his everyday experience. At age 16, Simon began his craft as an apprentice at his father’s pottery studio. From there, he went on to work with notable glassmakers all over Europe before opening his namesake studio. Inspired by centuries-old Georgian glassmaking techniques and using the finest natural materials, Simon set out to create designs that bring pleasure and inspiration with every use, every day.
From their hand-thrown pottery to their lead-free crystal glassware made with custom molds and purpose-built furnaces, each handcrafted piece carries a story that lends meaning, authenticity, and grace to every use.
Contact
Leah Stewart leah.stewart@simonpearce.com | simonpearce.com/windsor-outlet
Contact Cindy Sheehan 802-226-7688 | chrgroups@gmail.com | castlehillresortvt.com Castle Hill Resort and Spa
Stratton Mountain Resort
5 Village Lodge Rd., Stratton Mountain
Castle Hill Resort and Spa is a member of the prestigious Historic Hotels of America and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Luxury reigns supreme at this elegant, full-service resort which features a unique collection of individually decorated guest rooms.
Showcasing the cuisine of acclaimed Executive Chef Alphonsus Harris, this destination provides a dining experience on par with the best restaurants in Northern New England. Your groups are invited to explore a diverse offering of French-influenced American cuisine beautifully crafted by Chef Harris and his culinary team. Group luncheons and dinners upon request.
The Pointe Hotel is an integral part of Castle Hill Resort & Spa and has been designed for those seeking well-appointed Vermont resort accommodations at an affordable price. The awardwinning Aveda Concept Spa is the only full-service spa in the Okemo/Ludlow region. Guests can enjoy a variety of treatments and services designed to help you relax and rejuvenate.
Contact Deana Mallory, Director of Public Programs 802-447-1571 | dmallory@benningtonmuseum.org | benningtonmuseum.org
Bennington Museum
Hildene, the Lincoln Family Home
1005 Hildene Rd., Manchester
Exciting things happen when a historic site with deep roots in the past commits to putting new roots, literally and figuratively, in the good earth for the future Tour the home where three generations of Lincolns lived It was built by presidential son, Robert Lincoln, in 1905, during his tenure as president of the Pullman Palace Car Co , the world’s largest manufacturing company at that time
Guests experience the 412 acre estate’s Welcome Center, The Museum Store; home and gardens; Lincoln exhibit, including one of Lincoln's iconic stovepipe hats; 1903 Pullman car, Sunbeam, “Many Voices” exhibit (a site on the Vermont African American Heritage Trail); goat dairy and cheese-making facility
The sustainable agriculture project in The Dene features a new multi-use greenhouse designed for teaching and supporting the Dene Farm operation It also includes: a variety of farm animals; pollinator and Bobolink sanctuaries; a wetland observation deck, 600’ floating boardwalk; and miles of scenic walking trails
Group Tour Highlights: Group Tours are welcome year-round for groups of 20 or more Advance reservations are required For Group Tour rates, booking information and a reservations form, please email tours@hildene org or call 800-578-1788
Contact
Paul Slater, Director of Marketing and Communications 802-362-1788 | paul@hildene org | hildene org
Deana Mallory, Director of Public Programs 802-447-1571 | dmallory@benningtonmuseum.org | benningtonmuseum.org
Bennington Museum
Hildene, the Lincoln Family Home
1005 Hildene Rd., Manchester
Exciting things happen when a historic site with deep roots in the past commits to putting new roots, literally and figuratively, in the good earth for the future Tour the home where three generations of Lincolns lived It was built by presidential son, Robert Lincoln, in 1905, during his tenure as president of the Pullman Palace Car Co , the world’s largest manufacturing company at that time
Guests experience the 412 acre estate’s Welcome Center, The Museum Store; home and gardens; Lincoln exhibit, including one of Lincoln's iconic stovepipe hats; 1903 Pullman car, Sunbeam, “Many Voices” exhibit (a site on the Vermont African American Heritage Trail); goat dairy and cheese-making facility
The sustainable agriculture project in The Dene features a new multi-use greenhouse designed for teaching and supporting the Dene Farm operation It also includes: a variety of farm animals; pollinator and Bobolink sanctuaries; a wetland observation deck, 600’ floating boardwalk; and miles of scenic walking trails
Group Tour Highlights: Group Tours are welcome year-round for groups of 20 or more Advance reservations are required For Group Tour rates, booking information and a reservations form, please email tours@hildene org or call 800-578-1788
Contact
Paul Slater, Director of Marketing and Communications 802-362-1788 | paul@hildene org | hildene org
Contact Deana Mallory, Director of Public Programs 802-447-1571 | dmallory@benningtonmuseum.org | benningtonmuseum.org
Hildene, the Lincoln Family Home
1005 Hildene Rd., Manchester
Exciting things happen when a historic site with deep roots in the past commits to putting new roots, literally and figuratively, in the good earth for the future Tour the home where three generations of Lincolns lived It was built by presidential son, Robert Lincoln, in 1905, during his tenure as president of the Pullman Palace Car Co , the world’s largest manufacturing company at that time
Guests experience the 412 acre estate’s Welcome Center, The Museum Store; home and gardens; Lincoln exhibit, including one of Lincoln's iconic stovepipe hats; 1903 Pullman car, Sunbeam, “Many Voices” exhibit (a site on the Vermont African American Heritage Trail); goat dairy and cheese-making facility
The sustainable agriculture project in The Dene features a new multi-use greenhouse designed for teaching and supporting the Dene Farm operation It also includes: a variety of farm animals; pollinator and Bobolink sanctuaries; a wetland observation deck, 600’ floating boardwalk; and miles of scenic walking trails
Group Tour Highlights: Group Tours are welcome year-round for groups of 20 or more Advance reservations are required For Group Tour rates, booking information and a reservations form, please email tours@hildene org or call 800-578-1788
Contact
Paul Slater, Director of Marketing and Communications 802-362-1788 | paul@hildene org | hildene org
Castle Hill Resort and Spa is a member of the prestigious Historic Hotels of America and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Luxury reigns supreme at this elegant, full-service resort which features a unique collection of individually decorated guest rooms.
Showcasing the cuisine of acclaimed Executive Chef Alphonsus Harris, this destination provides a dining experience on par with the best restaurants in Northern New England. Your groups are invited to explore a diverse offering of French-influenced American cuisine beautifully crafted by Chef Harris and his culinary team. Group luncheons and dinners upon request.
The Pointe Hotel is an integral part of Castle Hill Resort & Spa and has been designed for those seeking well-appointed Vermont resort accommodations at an affordable price. The awardwinning Aveda Concept Spa is the only full-service spa in the Okemo/Ludlow region. Guests can enjoy a variety of treatments and services designed to help you relax and rejuvenate.
Exciting things happen when a historic site with deep roots in the past commits to putting new roots, literally and figuratively, in the good earth for the future Tour the home where three generations of Lincolns lived It was built by presidential son, Robert Lincoln, in 1905, during his tenure as president of the Pullman Palace Car Co , the world’s largest manufacturing company at that time
Guests experience the 412 acre estate’s Welcome Center, The Museum Store; home and gardens; Lincoln exhibit, including one of Lincoln's iconic stovepipe hats; 1903 Pullman car, Sunbeam, “Many Voices” exhibit (a site on the Vermont African American Heritage Trail); goat dairy and cheese-making facility
The sustainable agriculture project in The Dene features a new multi-use greenhouse designed for teaching and supporting the Dene Farm operation It also includes: a variety of farm animals; pollinator and Bobolink sanctuaries; a wetland observation deck, 600’ floating boardwalk; and miles of scenic walking trails
Group Tour Highlights: Group Tours are welcome year-round for groups of 20 or more Advance reservations are required For Group Tour rates, booking information and a reservations form, please email tours@hildene org or call 800-578-1788
Contact Paul Slater, Director of Marketing and Communications 802-362-1788 | paul@hildene org | hildene org
The Vermont Country Store
657 Main St., Weston | 1292 Rockingham Rd., Rockingham
