Family Attractions
Bringing the kids along? The whole family is sure to find entertainment at countless family-friendly attractions in Vermont.
For family fun, let Choice Hotels help you find the perfect attraction for your next family adventure.
In Northern Vermont
Vermont Teddy Bear Company
Route 7
Shelburne,
VT
05482
802-985-3001
A cross-section into a magical process may just be the reason you’ve come to Vermont. We’re sure this visit will be stuffed
with fun, laughter, and, well, stuffing. See bears and other stuffed creatures come to life before your eyes, and when you’re
done with your tour of the factory, make one your own.
ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center
1 College Street
Burlington,
VT
05401
802-864-1848
Over 70 species of fish, amphibians, invertebrates, and reptiles await you at this restrictedly wet haven. Over 100 hands-on
experiences paired with major travelling exhibits and a theatre with multimedia capacities makes this destination sure-to-please
for guests of all walks of life. Be sure to catch the daily live animal feedings and demos for an up-close look at how these
drenched denizens get along.
Vermont Wildflower Farm
US Route 7
Charlotte,
VT
05445
802-425-3641
Six acres of densely-populated wildflower gardens provide guests to Vermont the sights and scents they were craving when they
planned their trip to this beautiful state. Featured in over 250 newspaper stories, you’ll want to head down to the Wildflower
Farm to see for yourself what makes this floral sanctuary so newsworthy. After a lovely stroll through the garden’s expanse,
guests will want to head down to the gift shop to purchase one of hundreds of species of seeds.
In Central Vermont
Bragg Farm Sugarhouse and Gift Shop
Route 14 North
East Montpelier,
VT
05651
802-223-5757
At Bragg Farm Sugarhouse and Gift Shop, guests are given an intriguing insight into the process that turns tree sap into some
of the best maple syrup in the world. Guests will enjoy a plethora of activities, from taste tests to guided tours of the
actual Sugarhouse. Maple Syrup goodies abound in this Vermont destination’s gift shop, and guests will want to wander around
the surrounding maple woods.
Montshire Museum of Science
Just off Exit 13, I-91
Norwich,
VT
05055
802-649-2200
The NY Times reviewed the Montshire Museum of Science as “one of the greatest assemblages of hands-on, child-friendly exhibits
ever gathered in one place.” Now the whole family can enjoy live animals, aquariums, exhibits on space, nature, and technology,
and more. Explore the surrounding nature trails after you head to the gift shop.
Maple Landmark
1297 Exchange Street
Middleburym,
VT
VT
802-388-0627
Guests bringing their children to Vermont will the delight in the wonderful experience that awaits the whole family at the
Maple Landmark, whose 60’ long train invites kids to stay and play. Watch a video on the production with the little ones,
or get a unique insight through the windows on the factory floor.
In Southern Vermont
Green Mountain Railroad
54 Depot Street
Bellows Falls,
VT
05101
802-463-3069
See the landscape and quaint towns of Vermont through the window of a train car, only with Green Mountain Railroad. Special
events abound, and holiday trains for Christmas and Easter and charter excursions exist with a little digging. For information
and a schedule of events, please call the number above.
Santa’s Land
Route 5 North
Putney,
VT
05346
800-SANTA-99
For fans of Christmas and fans of fun, two passions combine together as one at Santa’s Land, a Christmas-oriented fun park
located in Southern Vermont. From Memorial Day weekend through Christmas Eve, kids can meet with Santa in his house, ride
the alpine train, and enjoy homemade fudge that only a true Santa could produce.
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