Guilford Travel Guide

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Nestled in the picturesque Vermont region, the town of Guilford offers visitors a charming blend of rural beauty and rich history. With its rolling green hills, covered bridges, and historic farmhouses, Guilford is a haven for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike.

One of the town's most beloved attractions is the Guilford Welcome Center, where visitors can learn about the area's history and pick up information about local events and activities. The center also offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside, making it the perfect spot to start your exploration of Guilford.

For those interested in the region's agricultural heritage, a visit to the Guilford Country Store is a must. This historic general store, which has been in operation since the early 1800s, offers a glimpse into the town's past and is a great place to pick up local products and souvenirs.

Outdoor enthusiasts will find plenty to love in Guilford, with numerous hiking and biking trails that wind through the lush green landscape. The picturesque Green River Covered Bridge is a popular spot for picnicking and photography, offering stunning views of the river and surrounding countryside.

History buffs will enjoy exploring Guilford's many historic sites, including the Broad Brook Grange, a historic community center that dates back to the early 1800s, and the Guilford Center Meeting House, a beautifully preserved example of early New England architecture.

Alternative names: Area: 40 mi²Elevation: 404 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 42°49'4"N, 72°34'31"W

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Guilford Top Attractions

Guilford Attractions - What to See and Explore

Guilford offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Christ Church, Broad Brook House, Tontine Building. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

Church • Gothic Revival architecture
Christ Church
Christ Church is a historic church located at Melendy Hill Road and US Route 5 in Guilford, Vermont. Built in 1817 and later given Gothic Revival styling, it was the first Episcopal Church in Vermont. On May 13, 1982, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places.
42°49'4"N • 72°34'31"W
Broad Brook House
The Guilford Country Store is located at 475 Coolidge Highway in Guilford, Vermont, in the 1817 Broad Brook House, one of the oldest surviving tavern houses in the state, which has been in continuous use as a general store since 1936.
42°49'34"N • 72°34'32"W
Tontine Building
The Tontine Building is a historic mixed-use commercial and residential building at 500 Coolidge Highway in Guilford, Vermont.

Day trips

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

In the vicinity of Guilford, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Clark Art Institute (Williamstown), Mount Greylock (Adams), Mount Monadnock (Rindge).

33 milesW
European and American art on display
Clark Art Institute, Williamstown
Nestled in the picturesque Berkshires of Williamstown, Massachusetts, the Clark Art Institute stands as a beacon of culture and education. Known simply as "The Clark," this art institute is not only a museum with an exceptional collection of European and American...
32 milesSW
Natural attraction, Park, Trail
Mount Greylock, Adams
Mount Greylock is a 3,489-foot mountain located in the northwest corner of Massachusetts and is the highest point in the state. Its summit is in the western part of the town of Adams in Berkshire County.
24 milesE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Mount Monadnock, Rindge
Mount Monadnock, or Grand Monadnock, is a mountain in the towns of Jaffrey and Dublin, New Hampshire. It is the most prominent mountain peak in southern New Hampshire and is the highest point in Cheshire County.
29 milesW
Acclaimed museum for new art
MASS MoCA, North Adams
The Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art is a museum in a converted Arnold Print Works factory building complex located in North Adams, Massachusetts.
35 milesE
Mountain
Pack Monadnock, Peterborough
Pack Monadnock or Pack Monadnock Mountain 2,290 feet, is the highest peak of the Wapack Range of mountains and the highest point in Hillsborough County, New Hampshire.