by Bella Cooper

Created on: June 07, 2009   Last Updated: August 13, 2009

Winter in Burlington, Vermont may be chilly but it is still a great time to visit. There are a plethora of indoor and outdoor activities that you can enjoy. Here is a guide highlighting just some of the many fun things you and your family can do the next time you are in town visiting the Burlington, Vermont area in the winter months.

Bolton Valley Resort
4302 Bolton Valley Access Road, Bolton Valley, Vermont

802-434-3444
Vermont is a great place for winter sports. If you enjoy skiing or snowboarding you should stop by Bolton Valley Resort, which has many beautiful miles of trails and six lifts. It is a top-notch resort that makes for a fantastic day of winter fun!

Green Mountain Audubon Center
255 Sherman Hollow Road, Huntington, Vermont
802-434-3068
Another great place to enjoy the snow outdoors is the Green Mountain Audubon Center. Here, you and your family can enjoy nature by cross-country skiing or snowshoeing along one of the many lovely trails. You can look at for wildlife by following tracks or just enjoy the serene beauty of the surrounding area.

Burlington Winter Festival
Church Street Marketplace, Burlington, Vermont
Each year there is a fun festival in the winter with tons of fun activities to do. You can watch artists carve ice sculptures, participate in the snow sculpting competition and more! Enjoy the beautiful lights set up all winter long along Church Street by taking a relaxing evening stroll.

Robert Hull Fleming Museum
61 Colchester Avenue, Burlington, Vermont
802-656-0705
If you want a break from the cold, you can enjoy a day indoors at the Robert Hull Fleming Museum. There, you can explore the Egyptian mummies, the beautiful paintings and more. You will have a fun and educational experience!

Shelburne Museum
US Route 7, Shelburne, Vermont
(802)-985-3346
Another indoor activity is visiting the Shelburne Museum, where you can learn about the local culture and history. You can visit beautiful attractions like the Lake Champlain Lighthouse, old carriages and sleighs, and an old jail cell.

Lake Champlain Chocolates
750 Pine Street, Burlington, Vermont
(802)-864-1807
Even in the cold months, you can stop by the Lake Champlain Chocolatier and taste the yummy chocolate treats and take a free tour. It is a fun trip for the whole family to enjoy!

As you can see, there are many fun things to do in the Burlington, Vermont area during the winter months. Have fun!

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