Things To Do
Leddy Park
Great place to relax! A smaller beach along the Burlington Bike Path where you can swim. The water is relatively shallow but there is no lifeguard on duty and no fee to park or swim.
North Beach Park
A larger beach along the bike path with more amenities such as a snack shop and bathrooms. There is a fee to park and it does get busy during peak hours in Summer.
ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain
A great way to spend a couple hours learning about the Lake Champlain ecosystem. Great for kids but also fun for adults!! Live animals and touch tank available!
Church Street Marketplace
Lovely downtown region with lots of shopping, coffee shops and restaurants!
May Day
Our absolute favorite restaurant in Burlington!
Waterworks Food + Drink
Technically located in the town next door, but has excellent food and service!
Burlington Bagel Bakery
They have several locations in the area and all of them are our favorite place to grab a good bagel before we start our weekend.
Myer's Wood Fired
Montreal-style bagels. Also excellent. Josie never lets me go here. Don't tell her I added this.
Burlington Beer Company
There are lots of amazing breweries in Burlington (Zero Gravity, Four Quarters, Black Flannel) but this one is one of our favorites. Another favorite, Switchback, is right on the other side of the parking lot, too!
Red Rocks Park
Great place for a 2-mile walk in the woods. Good for all ages. Treat yourself to an awesome view of Shelburne Bay.