Vermont Tourist Attraction
Enjoy a wealth of fun things to do in Vermont along with a plethora of pleasant places to visit. Tour Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory and come away with delectable free samples. Hike one of the many side trails that make up the 273-mile Long Trail. Discover terrific works of art from Norman Rockwell’s Vermont years at the museum that bears his name. Learn more about these and other Vermont tourist attractions by perusing the list below.
Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream Factory
The Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream Factory in Waterbury, Vermont is a tasty attraction to say the least. Take a tour, which includes a bird’s eye view of the factory floor and winds up with free samples of whatever ice cream was created that day. There’s also a gift shop featuring everything from T-shirts to chocolate patties. Don’t miss the "Flavor Graveyard" where old flavors never die, they just melt away. [top]
Long Trail
The Long Trail is America’s oldest long-distance trail. It follows the Green Mountains’ main ridge from the Massachusetts-Vermont dividing line to the Canadian border. The Long Trail features a 273-mile footpath and 175 miles of side trails plus numerous shelters. It’s perfect those seeking a day hike, a weekend excursion or an extended backpacking adventure. [top]
Okemo Mountain Resort
Situated in Ludlow, Vermont, Okemo Mountain Resort is not just a great place for alpine skiing and snowboarding. There are also many fun ice skating and snow tubing opportunities in the nearby Jackson Gore area. And at the Okemo Valley Nordic Center, you’ll find groomed and well-marked cross-country skiing and snowshoeing trails. [top]
Norman Rockwell Museum
Norman Rockwell’s Vermont Years were quite productive. Come see this work at the Norman Rockwell Museum in Rutland, Vermont. There are also other pieces of his artwork on display. Enjoy a chronological look at over 2,500 magazine covers, ads, calendars, and various and sundry other works of this true American original. [top]
Wilson Castle
Wilson Castle in Proctor, Vermont is well worth a visit. It was built in the mid-1800s and sits the heart of the Green Mountains. The historic castle, which blends many European architectural styles, has been home to five generations of the Wilson family. Come in the fall for one of the fabulous foliage tours. [top]
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