- 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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East Shore Vineyard is a local winery that produces a large variety of wines available in over 160 retailers nearby. Visitors to the vineyard commonly enjoy sampling the selection of reds and whites in the on-site tasting room.
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Originally a railroad bed, the Burlington Bike Path is now a 7.5 mile recreational bike route along the shore of Lake Champlain. The path links six parks along the waterfront, and provides views of the Adirondack Mountains.
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1 College St., Burlington, VT 5401
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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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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.
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Book a private sailing excursion on Lake Champlain for a group of up to 6 people with Let's Go Sailing Private Cruises. Cruises last from 2 hours to a full day and groups are invited to bring a picnic. Private sailing lessons available.
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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.
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Situated in a marina, Perkins Pier provides visitors with direct access to Lake Champion and a path for joggers. The pier is in close vicinity to the downtown where there are restaurants and shopping.
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With access to the lake, Water Front Dog Park is a unique way for dogs to get exercise, socialize, and have fun. The park has off-leash areas, a large fenced in space, and a bike path.
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Burlington Brew Tours is an all-inclusive sampling tour of Vermont breweries. With round trip transportation from your residence or hotel, each tour comprises tastings of 15 local craft-brewed and artisan beers, led by a self-professed 'beer geek' guide. The final stop includes lunch at a local eatery.
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Experience a scenic boat tour on the 363-seat Spirit of Ethan Allen III, a cruise ship offering a range of tour options on Lake Champlain. Choose a narrated scenic ride, or a lunch, brunch or dinner cruise on one of three dining decks.