Top Things to do in Lake Champlain
Top Hotels in Lake Champlain
- 1. Hotel Vermont
- 2. Hilton Burlington Lake Champlain
- 3. Best Western Plus Plattsburgh
- 4. Hampton Inn St. Albans
- 5. Hampton Inn & Suites Plattsburgh
- 6. Courtyard by Marriott Burlington Harbor
- 7. Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Plattsburgh
- 8. Starlight Inn
- 9. Hampton Inn Colchester
- 10. Hilton Garden Inn Burlington Downtown
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Top 10 Things to do in Lake Champlain, Lake Champlain
Discover the best top things to do in Lake Champlain, Lake Champlain including Shelburne Museum, Church Street Marketplace, Shelburne Farms, Burlington Bike Path, Ausable Chasm, Lake Champlain Ferries, Waterfront Park, Burlington Farmers Market, Point Au Roches State Park, Elfs Farm Winery & Cider House.
Restaurants in Lake Champlain
1. Shelburne Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,194 reviews
Museum in Vermont that displays approximately 80,000 items of folk art and similar works.
Reviewed By 750johna750 - New Jersey, United States
We passed this place many times on our way to Burlington. We finally took the time to check it out. This place is beyond amazing. Even if you are typically not into museums, this place has something for everyone. It's like 50 museums in one place. It's like exploring the back lot of a movie studio, only everything here is real. You will see art, sculptures, barns, trains, dolls, toys, hats, gardens, a covered bridge, church, school, ferry, lighthouse, merry-go-round, circus memorabilia and so much more. I could have spent all day in the doll exhibit. So creepy and awesome. Plan to spend hours here, if not a whole day. As a photographer, I was in absolute heaven.
2. Church Street Marketplace
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,899 reviews
Downtown Burlington Vermont's award-winning open air mall is a hub of activity where you'll find historical architecture, year-round festivals, street entertainers, music, over 100 places to shop and dine, and even quiet places to ponder. We invite you find out about exclusive shopping, dining and events in downtown Burlington as well as to explore the area!
Reviewed By Andres72423 - Bridgeport, United States
We spent the morning and afternoon just strolling the whole marketplace, window-shopping and and actually making some purchases. All kinds of shops-men’s store, women’s shops and boutiques, souvenirs and plenty more. The market place was a safe stroll with no actual traffic to worry about. Plenty of places to stop in and get a bite to eat or have a drink. It was nicely decorated for the holidays although while we were there it was to early to see the full affect of the lights. If you are in the area it is definitely a cool thing to do even if you don’t shop and just people watch.
3. Shelburne Farms
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 630 reviews
A nonprofit organization educating for sustainability. Its campus is a 1,400-acre working farm, forest, and National Historic Landmark. Year-round walking trails and programs; seasonal inn, property tours, and children's farmyard (mid-May to mid-October)
Reviewed By vagaruy - San Diego, United States
Visited the farms based on the reviews everywhere on the internet and wasn’t disappointed ! The property is huge and offers miles of trails where you can either interact with animals , watch maple trees tapped or marvel at the beautiful inn and the barn . I must say I think the farm offers the best view of the lake . Be prepared to spend at least three hours when visiting to truly enjoy the views offered by the farm .
4. Burlington Bike Path
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,095 reviews
Converted from the Central Vermont Railway to a bike path in the 1970s, this easy trail crosses through beaches and parks and offers great views of Lake Champlain, the Adirondacks and the city.
Reviewed By javadavy
My wife and I rented excellently tuned Fuji hybrid bikes from Outdoor Gear Exchange downtown and rode 31 miles round trip along the waterfront rail to trail path, taking the Clochester path to the Causeway Path and eventually to South Hero where we found The Accidental Farmer for a great lunch. Beautiful way to see part of Burlington.
5. Ausable Chasm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 935 reviews
Ausable Chasm, open since 1870, is the oldest and largest natural attraction in the Adirondacks. More than 10 million visitors have explored the chasm on the well-maintained scenic nature trails. Scenic vistas, bridges and stairs throughout provide stunning views of the chasm and amazing waterfalls. More tours and adventures than any other Adirondack natural attraction including: float tours (via raft), tubing, rappelling, rock climbing, lantern tours and the all new Adventure Trail (via feratta/cable course). Great options for families of all ages as well as for the more adventurous! Cafe, gift shop, campground, cabins & motel on-site.
Reviewed By harpazhadar - Haifa, Israel
1. Start early 2. Bring some good anti-slip shoes and water-proof Jacket 3. Take the Classic tour (includes a raft tour) 4. Leave your Camera and valuables in your car/hotel room – there are no lockers onsite 5. Bring a GoPro with you to catch all the scenery without worrying We were visiting on a Sunday so started really early in the morning. Took the - Classic Tour that includes a breathtaking hike through the upper chasm followed by a scenic float (via raft) through the lower chasm on the legendary waters of the Ausable River (30$ per person- put on your wristband so it’s visible). After a short walk to the rainbow falls view point – take the detour to see the elephant’s head - that’s the best angle! follow the yellow trail (inner sanctum), continue with the trail that leads you through the chasm to the rafting dock. We waited about 30 min to the raft to fill and went out on the raft (if you can snag the first 2 seats do it for the best views). There was barely a stream (October) so the ride was very easy going and pleasant – we hardly got wet at all! It was a very special perspective seeing the chasm from this angle – highly recommended to add the bucks for the raft ride! On the end of the ride you can walk but we chose to take the shuttle back to the visitor center. We spent about 3 hours in total – it was a very busy day full with guided tours and would have been so much nicer with fewer crowds… but do it anyway! After all – this is the oldest nature attraction in America :)
6. Lake Champlain Ferries
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 271 reviews
Board the ferry to Port Kent, New York for a one-hour boat ride offering some of the most beautiful mountain and lake views in the world.
Reviewed By 978jakec - Westfield, United States
When you take the Ferry to Port Kent, NY you have about 50 minutes to enjoy the scenery of Vermont behind you and the beautiful Adirondack mountain in NY in front of you. It's a nice relaxing ride.
7. Waterfront Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 856 reviews
Reviewed By amyk6978
Burlington is such a beautiful city. We spent much of our time on the waterfront. Waterfront Park has so much to offer and we enjoyed spending time swinging on a swing watching the sunset, enjoying a picnic on the grass, taking a sail with Let's Go Sailing, we got a maple creamee, and enjoyed a dinner at the Skinny Pancake. We walked the path every day of our visit. It also had a nice fenced in dog run. You can also find workout stations along the walking path. The skate park was also fun to sit and watch all the people doing their tricks. I highly recommend visiting!
8. Burlington Farmers Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 193 reviews
Since 1980, the Burlington Summer Farmers’ Market has been held every Saturday from late spring through autumn in downtown Burlington. We have over 90 vendors in the summer and 40 vendors in the winter sell agricultural produce and value added products, prepared foods, and artisan crafts.
Reviewed By okidoki1958 - Sarasota, United States
My husband,Daughter and I were very pleased with the Farmer's market, so much to see and taste Yum Maple syrup everything
9. Point Au Roches State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 143 reviews
Reviewed By howards50 - Albany, United States
I love this park as I launch my kayak here from Deep Bay (Lake Champlain), as the area is uncrowded, and has a dock and parking area. There are also hiking trails, one of which goes along the cliffs and provides great views of Lake Champlain. There is also a nice public beach in the park.
10. Elfs Farm Winery & Cider House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 81 reviews
We are a family owned and operated wine and hard cider producer. Come taste our wines and hard ciders and enjoy food from our kitchen.. Elfs Farm is a must visit for wine and hard cider lovers visiting the Adirondack Coast. We are also home to ADK Hard Cider, a producer of premium, craft hard cider. Friday brings live music at Friday Night Wine Down & on Sunday's we have an Open Mic to accompany our Brunch menu & a Build Your Own Bloody Mary Bar.
Reviewed By GoPlaces752930
FABULOUS! This place looks like nothing from the outside but is a MUST STOP! It is wonderful, wonderful, wonderful and fun and the food is superb - and their home made cider is terrific and I don't like cider - but this was so smooth and so crisp - STOP. Do. Not. Pass. Go. STOP here! They are friendly and courteous and it is quaint and wonderful! We drove 50 miles out of our way to go back to this place on our way back from Canada. Lots of Gluten-free options - just because they do a lot of foods that are natural and gluten-free. They have plenty of parking and an adorable sitting area outside. On our first visit, there was a large group doing a pre-wedding lunch outside and they could not have chosen a better place - that's what they said! I agree. The outside area is tucked in among the vines heavy with grapes and it is too cute! The service was a bit slow the first time - the lady waitress was struggling a bit - turns out she is the wife of the owner who helps out - but she could not have been nicer! She wanted to be sure she got everything right. This is a family affair and it is done with love. 1. Don't judge it by its outside. Once you have gone you will like the "down to earth" kind of vibe! 2. Order the cider. 3. It's a dive - a GREAT dive.
