Cities of Vermont | Cities by Region | Regions of Vermont | Recommendations
Vermont cities and regions offer access to all types of geographical, cultural and social opportunities! Find just what you're looking for at Vermont.com, from urban Burlington to the slopes at Killington and everything in between! You will discover all kinds of things to do in Vermont cities and urban centers, as well as pristine Vermont state parks and tourism sites.
From the state capital of Montpelier to upscale dining and the arts extraordinaire in Burlington, to covered bridges and quaint New England village greens like those near Woodstock, to bustling commercial settings, these Vermont cities, regions and communities invite further examination! Use our map of Vermont to prospect for the communities and regions that have what you're looking for... find areas with great ski resorts like Stowe, gorgeous mountain views, or plan a getaway at a four-season vacation destination in beautiful Manchester.
Visitors and residents alike take advantage of our great location to enjoy day trips to Upstate NY, Boston, and other locations well worth a visit. Browse the regions below, and see what everyone else is discovering about Vermont:
Vermont.com uses a regional system, dividing the state into 11 unique areas.
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Select one of the 11 Regions to see all Vermont towns & cities for each area:
Region 1 - Islands & Farms:
Carefully preserved waters, woods and wilds make Vermont's Islands & Farms a
paradise for bird watchers and anglers, swimmers and boaters. Cities include North
Hero & St. Albans, the
premier attractions include Lake Champlain Ferries and Royal Lipizzan Stallions.
Region 2 - Stowe-Smugglers' Notch:
An abundance of mountains, lakes, rivers and quaint villages anchored by majestic
Mt. Mansfield, Vermont's highest peak and one of the world?s most famous ski and
snowboarding mountains. Primary city is
Stowe,
which is a major ski attraction along with
Smugglers' Notch Resort.
Region 3 - Northeast Kingdom:
Home to rolling hills, glacial lakes, two ski mountains, sixteen covered bridges,
and the Big Falls of North Troy. Cities include
St. Johnsbury and
Newport, along with popular ski areas,
Burke Mountain and
Jay Peak.
Region 4 - Burlington Region:
Diverse cultural activities, mountain views, back country roads, world-class food,
fantastic nightlife, superior shopping, and a host of outdoor recreational activities
in all four seasons. Popular cities include
Burlington,
Shelburne, and Essex Junction, along with skiing at Bolton Valley.
Region 5 - Waterbury-Montpelier Region: Quiet villages, rolling hills, granite and politics. Popular cities include Montpelier, Barre, and Waterbury, along with ski areas in Mad River Glen and Sugarbush Resort.
Region 6 - Middlebury-Vergennes Region:
Amenities for every interest: recreational, culinary, hospitality, and, of course,
shopping! Popular cities include Bristol,
Middlebury, and
Vergennes; attractions
include New England Maple Museum and Vt. Folklife Center.
Region 7 - Rutland-Killington Region:
Enjoy any season to its fullest! Skiing, skating, and snowmobiling in Winter and
Spring. Swimming, hiking and biking in Summer and Fall. Popular cities include
Killington (also well known
Ski area) and
Rutland.
Region 8 - Woodstock-Quechee Region:
Diversions to delight you from season to season throughout each year? from one
visit to the next. Popular cities include Woodstock,
Quechee, and
Randolph, with great skiing
at Bear Creek and
Suicide Six.
Region 9 - Southern Windsor County:
Canoe on Lowell Lake, visit the Calvin Coolidge Homestead, take a train ride on
the Green Mountain Flyer or enjoy the vista of an 80 foot Water Fall. Popular
Cities include Ludlow,
Chester,
and Springfield, Ski Areas
located at Okemo Mountain Resort.
Region 10 - Manchester-Bennington Region:
From skiing to summer theatre, historic sites to shopping to hiking. Popular cities
include Manchester,
Bennington,
and Dorset, skiing at
Bromley Mountain.
Region 11 - Southern Vermont:
An extraordinary variety of outdoor activities, arts, entertainment and shopping.
Popular cities include Brattleboro,
Wilmington, West Dover and Weston; wonderful
skiing at
Stratton,
Mount Snow, and
Magic Mountain.
Enjoy a new hobby and meet a great community of people through circus classes! Join NECCA Sept. 6 - Oct. 16 for Fall Session 1 and Oct. 17 - Dec. 11 for Fall Session 2 for a variety of inclusive weekly classes for all ages, levels, and abilities in Brattleboro, VT. If you're an adult new to circus, Aerial Fitness, Ballet & Active Flexibility, Trampoline 101, and Circus 101 are perfect for beginners. Want to advance your existing skill sets? Try Trapeze 201, Tumbling 201/301, and Partner Acrobatics 301! Adult class info: https://necenterforcircusarts.org/training/adult-session-classes/ Our youth classes can help your child cross train for winter sports and our Youth Performance Troupes nurture the budding athlete, artist, and person. All of our youth programs are designed to give kids tools for long term growth in both their circus life and their everyday life. Youth class info: https://necenterforcircusarts.org/training/youth-session-classes/
INSTRUCTOR: THOM WILLIAMS THURSDAYS, OCTOBER 6 – DECEMBER 1, 2022 (MEETS EVERY THURSDAY FOR 8 WEEKS – SKIPS THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 24) 6 – 7:30 P.M. SVAC Member: $140; Non-member: $170 Ages: 16+ This is a free-form advanced photography class. Every time this is offered it is different, but every time it will push you into areas of photography you may never have considered exploring. The goal of this course is to keep you growing; it can be taken multiple times by students who desire a group learning and critique environment.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Vermont (NAMI Vermont) is offering a virtual NAMI Family-to-Family education program for family members of people diagnosed with mental health conditions. NAMI Family-to-Family Class is a free, evidence-based 8-week course structured to help families and friends of individuals with a mental health condition understand and support their loved ones while maintaining their own well-being. Classes are being offered in October 2022 and March 2023. Who Should Attend: The course is designed specifically for parents, siblings, spouses, adult children, and significant others of individuals living with severe mental health conditions. Many participants describe the impact of this program as “life-changing.” Location: Offered online using Zoom Date: October 6th to December 1st, starting at 6:30 p.m. (Meets every Thursday for 8 weeks, skipping Thanksgiving). March dates TBD To register: Online: www.namivt.org Email: Program@namivt.org Call: 802-876-7949 Space is limited—advance registration is required.
