- The list below includes 107 free or cheap things to do in or near Essex, Vermont, including 76 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, National & State Parks and Art Gallery.
- From Pizza Putt to Talent Skatepark, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Essex and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Burlington, Stowe, Plattsburgh and South Burlington.
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Offering 30 minute guided tours, the Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream Factory offers a fun and educational experience to guests. The ice cream manufacturing process is explained, and there is an adjoining full-service scoop shop with traditional favorites along with specialty items,
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3600 Waterbury-Stowe Road, Waterbury Center, VT 05677
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Cider is pressed at the Cold Hollow Cider Mill throughout the year, and tours of the facilities are held at the same time that the pressing facility is open. There is also an on-site general store that has Vermont-made gifts, crafts, fresh donuts, and other specialty foods.
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2657 Waterbury-Stowe Road, Waterbury Center, VT
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Many Cabot products are offered on the shelves of The Cabot Annex Store. Visitors can even sample their award-winning cheeses and other Vermont specialty foods while browsing the store for handmade crafts.
20.8 Miles
Inside a red barn, visitors find a competition-sized swimming pool with diving board, a children's swimming pool with water-slide, a weight and cardiovascular training circuit, along with group cycling and group exercise rooms at the Swimming Hole. The facility also offers boot camps and swimming lessons.
20.9 Miles
Laughing Moon Chocolates makes and sells chocolate and confections, and offers daily chocolate dipping demonstrations and sample tastings. Hands-on adult and family workshops allow participants create their own chocolates.
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The Stowe Recreation Path is an award-winning 5.3 mile path designed for bikes, rollerblades, pedestrians, runners and nordic skiers in winter. Featuring swimming holes, scenic mountain views and picnic areas, the path is open year-round.
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A three-screen movie theater, Stowe Cinema 3 Plex displays first-run feature films using digital projection and sound. The theater offers RealD 3D movies, party hosting, a full bar and a concession area with food and drinks.
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An ideal place for a long walk, Sterling Falls Gorge offers beautiful nature scenes and views. While walking, nature enthusiasts will see a variety of plants and trees along with water falls and unique rock formations.
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With collections covering seven different areas of ski history, the Vermont Ski Museum has artifacts about the sport in general, its role in Vermont, and even the development of ski equipment. The museum also has a permanent Hall of Fame exhibit to honor athletes, pioneers, and contributors.
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West side of Route 100 and south of Route 108, Adjacent to Macutchan Forest, Stowe, VT 05672
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As a conservation area, Cady Hill Forest offers visitors 258 acres of woodland to hike, mountain bike, and hunt in. During the winter, visitors can take the ski lift up to the top of the hill for skiing opportunities.