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Alternative names: Settled: 1783Population: 42.5 thous. (2019)Area: 15.49 mi²Elevation: 217 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 44°28'40"N, 73°12'50"W
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Burlington Attractions - What to See and Explore

Burlington offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Ira Allen Chapel, ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center, Centennial Field, Unitarian Church. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

  • ira allen chapel burlington
    Church • UVM - FAHC

    Ira Allen Chapel

    Ira Allen Chapel is a building on the campus of the University of Vermont, which is located on the northeast corner of the "University Green" in Burlington, Vermont. The building was constructed during 1925–26, and dedicated on January 14, 1927.

  • echo lake aquarium and science center burlington
    Museum • Aquarium • Science museum

    ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center

    ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, formerly the Lake Champlain Basin Science Center, is an science and nature museum located on the Burlington waterfront in northern Vermont.

  • centennial field burlington
    Sport venue • Arenas and stadiums • Sport

    Centennial Field

    Centennial Field is the name of the baseball stadium at the University of Vermont in Burlington, Vermont, and is the home of the Vermont Lake Monsters.

  • unitarian church burlington
    Church • Old North End

    Unitarian Church

    Built in 1816, the Unitarian Universalist Meeting House is the oldest remaining place of worship established by settlers in Burlington, Vermont. It is located along the northern side of the intersection of Pearl Street and the Church Street Marketplace.

  • burlington memorial auditorium
    Sport venue • Arenas and stadiums • Sport

    Burlington Memorial Auditorium

    Burlington Memorial Auditorium is a 2,500-seat multi-purpose arena, in Burlington, Vermont. It was built in 1927, and is operated by the Burlington Department of Parks and Recreation. As a convention center, it offers 20,000 square feet of space. The main space contains a 27-by-80-foot proscenium stage.

  • courthouse plaza burlington
    Park • Downtown Burlington

    Courthouse Plaza

    The Chittenden County Superior Courthouse, formerly the U.S. Post Office and Custom House, is a historic government building at 175 Main Street in downtown Burlington, Vermont. It was built in 1906 and was designed by James Knox Taylor in the Beaux-Arts style. Known in the 1970s as the Smith-Goldberg U.S.

  • battery park burlington
    Park • Playground • View point

    Battery Park

    Battery Park is a public park overlooking Lake Champlain at the western end of downtown Burlington, Vermont. The park includes a bandshell, a playground, and various monuments, including a bronze statue of Civil War veteran General William W.

  • the bca center burlington
    Museum • Downtown Burlington

    The BCA Center

    Burlington City Arts is an art gallery, arts education/studio center, and cultural events space in Burlington, Vermont. The building was originally built as the Ethan Allen Firehouse on Church Street in 1889. The building is owned by the City of Burlington.

  • co cathedral of saint joseph burlington
    Church • Old North End

    Co-Cathedral of Saint Joseph

    The Cathedral of Saint Joseph located in Burlington, Vermont, United States, is the seat of the Catholic Diocese of Burlington.

  • uihlein sugar maple field station burlington location map
    44°15'32"N • 73°58'50"W

    Uihlein Sugar Maple Field Station

    Winter sport • Ski area

  • fleming museum of art burlington
    Museum • Specialty museum • Art

    Fleming Museum of Art

    The Fleming Museum of Art is a museum of art and anthropology at the University of Vermont in Burlington. The museum's collection includes some 25,000 objects from a wide variety of eras and places.

  • cathedral of the immaculate conception burlington
    Church • Downtown Burlington

    Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception

    The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Burlington, Vermont, United States, is the former cathedral church of the Catholic Diocese of Burlington. The building is located at 20 Pine Street with grounds bounded by Pearl, St. Paul and Cherry Streets.

  • first methodist church burlington
    Church • Downtown Burlington

    First Methodist Church

    The First Methodist Church of Burlington is a historic church located at 21 Buell Street in Burlington, Vermont. Built in 1869 to a design by Alexander R. Esty, it is the city's only example of ecclesiastical Romanesque Revival architecture. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978.

  • union station burlington location map
    44°28'32"N • 73°13'10"W

    Union Station

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  • first baptist church burlington
    Church • Neo-renaissance architecture

    First Baptist Church

    The First Baptist Church is a historic church located at 81 St. Paul Street in Burlington, Vermont. Built in 1864, it is a significant example of early Italianate ecclesiastical architecture in the state. It was designed by Boston architect John Stevens.

  • north beach burlington location map
    44°29'31"N • 73°14'25"W

    North Beach

    Beach • New North End

  • ethan allen homestead burlington
    Museum • Historical place • Trail

    Ethan Allen Homestead

    The Ethan Allen Homestead is a historic house museum at 1 Ethan Allen Homestead in Burlington, Vermont. It was built about 1787 by Ethan Allen, and is the only surviving residence of his in the state. It is open to the public annually from May to October. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1986.

  • north street historic district burlington
    Neighbourhood • Old North End

    North Street Historic District

    The North Street Historic District encompasses the traditional commercial area serving the residential Old North End neighborhood of Burlington, Vermont. It extends for ten blocks along North Street between North Avenue and North Winooski Avenue, and has served as the neighborhood's commercial center for over 150 years.

  • ohavi zedek burlington
    Synagogue • Old North End

    Ohavi Zedek

    Ohavi Zedek is a Conservative synagogue in Burlington, Vermont, United States.

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Burlington – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Burlington, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Shelburne Museum (Shelburne), Santa's Workshop (Wilmington), Fort Ticonderoga (Ticonderoga).

  • shelburne museum7.3 miS
    Museum, History museum, Specialty museum

    Shelburne Museum, Shelburne

    Nestled in the picturesque town of Shelburne, Vermont, the Shelburne Museum is a gem for art, history, and Americana enthusiasts. This sprawling museum is unique, not just for its collection, but for its presentation, as it spans across 45 acres with 39 distinct...

  • santas workshop wilmington32 milesW
    Amusement park, Theme park

    Santa's Workshop, Wilmington

    Nestled in the picturesque Adirondack Mountains of New York, Santa's Workshop in Wilmington is a delightful amusement park that has been enchanting visitors since its creation in 1949. Designed to capture the magic of the North Pole and the timeless appeal of...

  • fort ticonderoga45 milesS
    Military museum, Historical place, Forts and castles

    Fort Ticonderoga, Ticonderoga

    Fort Ticonderoga stands as a testament to America's early history, nestled in the scenic landscape of Essex County, New York. This historical landmark is not only a window into the past but also a must-visit destination for tourists seeking to immerse themselves in the...

  • lake placid winter olympic museum north pole40 milesW
    Museum

    Lake Placid Winter Olympic Museum, North Pole

    The Lake Placid Olympic Museum commemorates the 1932 Winter Olympics and 1980 Winter Olympics, which were based in the Olympic village of Lake Placid.

  • vermont state house montpelier35 milesSE
    Gold-domed capitol with historic art

    Vermont State House, Montpelier

    The Vermont State House, located in Montpelier, is the state capitol of the U.S. state of Vermont. It is the seat of the Vermont General Assembly. The current Greek Revival structure is the third building on the same site to be used as the State House. Designed by Thomas Silloway in 1857 and 1858, it was occupied in 1859.

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Best Time To Visit Burlington

Learn when is the best time to travel to Burlington weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

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July is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in May, June and August.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in February. Most of it rains in August.

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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What are the top attractions to visit in Burlington?

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What is the best time to visit Burlington?

July is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in May, June and August. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

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