- Our list of the best things to do in Essex, Vermont, features the top 147 nearby activities — including 70 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Essex, VT has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Sights & Landmarks, and Entertainment & Shows.
- The results below include the top 2 things to do within the city of Essex, VT , followed by 145 popular activities in nearby cities, including Burlington, Stowe, Plattsburgh, South Burlington, Shelburne, Waterbury, Vergennes, Waitsfield, Charlotte, Jeffersonville, Waterbury Center, Grand Isle, Richmond, Killington, Smugglers Notch, Winchester, Cambridge, Colchester and Isle La Motte
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1.6 Miles
99%
136 votes
71 Essex Way, Essex, VT 05452
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Providing experienced and FAA licensed pilots, the Above Reality Inc. Hot Air Balloon Rides offers journeys in the skies above Vermont. Flights can be coupled with champagne, sparkling cider, Vermont fudge, and Cabot cheddar cheese.
1.7 Miles
The Spa at the Essex is a full service spa experience that provides many different treatments. The site features 10 treatment rooms, saunas, fitness center, massage packages, and a complete salon.
2.8 Miles
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18 votes
1891 Williston Road #5, South Burlington, VT 05403
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With MotoVermont- Day Tours, visitors can explore the scenic Vermont forests with an experienced rider. The tour provides the motorbikes and GPS, and leads visitors over bridges and through mountain paths.
2.8 Miles
An indoor miniature gold course is the focal point of Pizza Putt that has unique structures meant to look like Egypt, Mount Rushmore, and even the moon. There is also a large arcade, laser tag area, and restaurant.
2.8 Miles
Featuring over 8,000 square-feet to experience, Talent Skatepark is a local skatepark and skate shop popular among individuals of all skating levels. The park also carries snowboarding gear and offers learn-to-skate lessons for beginners.
3.5 Miles
83%
30 votes
1186 Williston Road, South Burlington, VT 05403
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South Burlington's Cheese Traders and Wine Sellers specialize in selling top cheeses from the U.S. and wines from around the world. The shop also features special sampling of items native to Vermont, including honey, maple syrups and jams.
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Higher Ground is a music venue with two bars and two rooms for watching shows, one a ballroom that holds about 600 and one a smaller lounge. They have mostly standing room with seating in the back.
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1250 Williston Road, South Burlington, VT 5403
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Zachary's Family Fun Center has numerous activities for children including a free ball pit for smaller kids and mini basketball, air hockey, and video games. Their birthday packages include pizza, soda, customized cake and goody bags.
3.8 Miles
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.
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The Burlington Tennis Club is a recreational facility that includes an 8-lane 25-yard swimming pool and 8 clay tennis courts. The club offers private or semi-private swimming lessons as well as a formalized swim program.