Vermont is a small New England state of extraordinary natural beauty, famous for fiery fall foliage, world-class ski resorts, covered wooden bridges, and a thriving farm-to-table food culture. Burlington, its largest city, sits on the eastern shore of Lake Champlain and buzzes with craft breweries and independent shops. From the rolling Green Mountains to maple-syrup farms and award-winning cheese dairies, Vermont rewards travelers who seek authenticity over spectacle.
Family activities
Engaging experiences for travellers of every age.
Ben & Jerry's Factory Tour, Waterbury
Duration: 1–1.5 hours
Smugglers' Notch Resort Kids Programs
Duration: Full day
Vermont Teddy Bear Factory Tour, Shelburne
Duration: 1–1.5 hours
ECHO Science Center, Burlington
Duration: 2–3 hours
Billings Farm & Museum, Woodstock
Duration: 2–3 hours
Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS), Quechee
Duration: 2–3 hours
Smugglers' Notch Resort FunZone Waterpark
Duration: 2–4 hours
North Beach Swimming, Burlington
Duration: Half day
Family-friendly hotels
Accommodation designed with families in mind.
Smugglers' Notch Resort
Stowe Mountain Lodge
Jay Peak Resort
Dining with kids
Eating out as a family.
Vermont restaurants rarely have dedicated children's menus — bring snacks for young children in case of waits, and confirm child-friendly options when booking
Farm stands throughout Vermont provide excellent healthy snacks (fresh apples, maple candy, local cheese) that children love and that save money over restaurant meals
Pizza and burger restaurants are family-friendly fallbacks in every Vermont town — Piecasso Pizzeria (Stowe), Worthy Kitchen (Woodstock), and Flatbread Company (Burlington) are all welcoming to families
Family travel tips
Practical advice for stress-free family trips.
Build downtime into every day — over-scheduled kids melt down faster than tired adults.
Carry snacks, water, and a small first-aid kit at all times.
Many attractions offer discounted family tickets — ask at the ticket window.