Free & Cheap Things to Do in Burlington, VT

  • The list below includes 93 free or cheap things to do in or near Burlington, Vermont, including 78 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Dog Park, Bike Paths and Piers & Boardwalks.
  • From Burlington Bike Path to Waterfront Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Burlington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Plattsburgh, South Burlington, Stowe and Shelburne.
  • The list below includes 93 free or cheap things to do in or near Burlington, Vermont, including 78 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Dog Park, Bike Paths and Piers & Boardwalks.
  • From Burlington Bike Path to Waterfront Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Burlington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Plattsburgh, South Burlington, Stowe and Shelburne.
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0.0 Miles
Certified Angus beef is prepared daily alongside local produce and fresh ingredients
19.4 Miles
96% 93 votes
Farmers Markets City Hall Park, Burlington, VT MoreLess Info
In 1980, the Burlington Farmers market opened up for business, featuring locally grown produce, crafts, prepared foods, and flowers. In 2008, a cold weather venue was added to keep the market open year-round.
1.2 Miles
95% 57 votes
Baseball Fields University Rd, Burlington, VT 05401 MoreLess Info
On the campus of the University of Vermont, Centennial Field is a shared facility. It is home to a minor-league baseball team but is often used to host high school games and other community events.
0.2 Miles
89% 1021 votes
Flea Markets Main St., Burlington, VT 5401 MoreLess Info
A four-block open-air mall in downtown Burlington, the Church Street Marketplace offers pedestrians a mix of shopping, restaurants, historical architecture and street entertainment. Annual events include jazz and street theater festivals.
2.3 Miles
76% 93 votes
Historic Homes Route 127, Burlington, VT MoreLess Info
Built in 1787, the Ethan Allen Homestead is the original historic home of Vermont's founder. The site has been preserved and converted into a living history museum that shows daily life of 18th century Vermont.
1.0 Miles
82% 28 votes
Marinas 645 Pine St, Burlington, VT 05401 MoreLess Info
The Burlington Boathouse Dock is considered to be the centerpiece of Burlington's waterfront on Lake Champlain. It offers boaters a full service marina with power, showers, water, and pump-out facilities.
1.8 Miles
56% 16 votes
Camping Site 60 Institute Road, Burlington, VT 05408 MoreLess Info
North Beach Campground & Park is a beachside park with a variety of amenities. It features picnic areas with barbecue grills, restrooms, beach access, playground areas, and a shelter capable of accommodating large groups.
1.2 Miles
86% 324 votes
Specialty Shops 750 Pine Street, Burlington, VT MoreLess Info
Lake Champlain Chocolates is a chocolate factory, shop and cafe offering a wide selection of confections made onsite. A tour includes a short informational film, watching the factory in action through a window, and sampling a variety of chocolates.
4.6 Miles
91% 22 votes
Arts & Crafts Classes 3181 North Avenue, Burlington, VT 05408 MoreLess Info
Auer Family Boathouse rents out kayaks, canoes, and rowboats to the public that can fit either one or two people. The boathouse also has kayaks specifically fit for the ocean or the nearby river.
1.5 Miles
91% 82 votes
Breweries 160 Flynn Ave, Burlington, VT 05406 MoreLess Info
The Switchback Brewing Company was founded in 2002 in Burlington, Vermont. All of Switchback's beers are unfiltered and naturally carbonated. Switchback brewers provide tours of the brewery, and guests can enjoy samples and pints in the tap room.
0.4 Miles
69% 439 votes
Aquariums 1 College St., Burlington, VT 5401 MoreLess Info
The ECHO Lake Aquarium & Science Centre is an interactive attraction centred around ecology, culture, history and stewardship in the Lake Champlain Basin. Permanent exhibits include an aquatic habitat, FrogWorld, Discovery Place for toddlers and a hands-on paleontological dig box.
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