Southern Vermont, VT

Travel Guide
Wilmington featuring a city and autumn leaves
Browse the art galleries and museums in the towns, motor along a spectacular skyline drive and rush down thrilling ski slopes.

Southern Vermont is a historic and scenic region adorned with white churches and rustic villages. Its varied terrain has appeal throughout the seasons, with snow-capped mountains, green forests and sprawling fields. Explore the historical sites offering a glimpse into the country before the days of the American Revolution.

Explore the charming town of Wilmington, which contains many boutiques and restaurants as well as the Jim McGrath Gallery and Studio. Bring your kids out to the countryside to see the animals at Adams Family Farm. Out in the rolling pastures, find Hermitage Golf Club and Molly Stark State Park.

Visit other towns in Southern Vermont, such as Manchester and Bennington. The latter is a cultural haven, with such sites as the Bennington Museum, the Old First Congregational Church and the Bennington Center for the Arts.

Head east to reach Brattleboro, among the most picturesque towns in Windham County. Admire the range of architectural styles, with the Gothic façade of the Municipal Center and the shingle style of the Rudyard Kipling House among the highlights. Visit the Tasha Tudor Museum to learn about the life of the children’s author and inspect the displays in the Brattleboro Museum & Art Center.

In winter, Mount Snow is among the state’s most desirable destinations. Rush down the slopes of varying difficulty in this resort, located in the Green Mountain and Finger Lakes National Forests area. Ski season runs from October through April. In summer, the Skyline Drive to the peak of nearby Mount Equinox offers panoramic views of the valleys and mountains in the park.

The region borders New Hampshire, Massachusetts and New York in the northeastern part of the country. Fly to Albany International Airport or Burlington International Airport and rent a car for the journey here or get around the area via Amtrak train and Greyhound bus.

The charming towns of Southern Vermont serve as year-round bases for the endless outdoor activities in the parks.

Where to stay in Southern Vermont

View of Stratton Mtn from Bromley Mtn in Vermont.   Early spring.

Bromley Mountain

4/5(15 area reviews)

While visiting Bromley Mountain, you might make a stop by sights like Bromley Mountain Ski Resort and Bromley Alpine Slide.

Bromley Mountain
New England is known for their covered bridges.  A beautiful example is the West Dummerston Bridge over the West River in southern Vermont.
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West Dummerston

Visitors to West Dummerston like its mountain views and riverfront, and West River is a sight worth a stop.

West Dummerston
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Forest Farms

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Forest Farms and surrounding area, you can visit Villager Ski Lift and Stratton Mountain Summit Gondola.

Forest Farms
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Mountain Acres

Though Mountain Acres might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Jamaica State Park and Stratton Mountain Resort.

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North Bennington Historic District

Travelers like the historic sites in North Bennington Historic District, and Park McCullough House is a top attraction you might want to visit.

North Bennington Historic District
The Covered Bridge Inn
The Covered Bridge Inn
2.5 out of 5
1043 Putney Road, Brattleboro, VT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NT$3,409 per night from Nov 19 to Nov 20
NT$3,409
NT$3,750 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Brattleboro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Good motel for the price.
"Good motel for the pice"

Reviewed on 2024/11/11

The Covered Bridge Inn
Colonial Motel And Spa
Colonial Motel And Spa
3 out of 5
889 Putney Rd, Brattleboro, VT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NT$3,419 per night from Nov 19 to Nov 20
NT$3,419
NT$3,761 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Stay at this 3-star spa motel in Brattleboro. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 indoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
6.6/10 (1,002 reviews)
"The staff are nice"

Reviewed on 2024/11/12

Colonial Motel And Spa
Hampton Inn and Suites Manchester
Hampton Inn and Suites Manchester
2.5 out of 5
4519 Main St, Manchester Center, VT
The price is NT$4,609 per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
NT$4,609
NT$5,070 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manchester Center. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"We had an enjoyable stay except one thing, the pillows were too soft. We managed, but we know for the next time to bring firmer pillows. 🤗"

Reviewed on 2024/11/12

Hampton Inn and Suites Manchester
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Long Trail House at Stratton Mountain Resort
Long Trail House at Stratton Mountain Resort
3 out of 5
761 Stratton Access Rd, Stratton, VT
Stay at this 3-star ski aparthotel in Stratton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 10 restaurants. Popular attractions Stratton Mountain Resort and Villager ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (72 reviews)
"Condo was great, cozy, and clean. Has access to the pool and hot tubs from back porch and has great Mountain View’s. The village had plenty of food, little expensive, but pretty good. Overall great place to stay and enjoy the mountain."

Reviewed on 2024/9/23

Long Trail House at Stratton Mountain Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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