places to go,
things to do
Our community welcomes you to engage in our extensive offerings of activities,
events, and culture. Enjoy music of all genres. Explore the historic and the
scenic on foot, by car, or on a bike. Shop our stores, fairs, and farmers’ markets.
Celebrate the spectacular surroundings of Southern Vermont.
attractions
BENNINGTON MUSEUM
A museum of art, history, and innovation
that connects visitors with real objects,
challenges them with intriguing ideas,
and excites their imagination. 75
Main St., Bennington. 802-447-1571 or
benningtonmuseum.org
BROMLEY MOUNTAIN
Vermont’s summer adventure with 23
great rides and attractions including
the exciting Aerial Adventure Park, New
England’s longest four-line ZipRider, the
half-mile-long and 50 mph Sun Mountain
Flyer, Vermont’s longest waterslide
ride, famous alpine slide, 18-hole mini
golf, a kiddie fun park for the little ones,
and much more. During the winter,
experience the family-friendly ski resort
with diverse terrain, slope-side lodging,
and great food. 3984 Vermont Rte. 11,
Peru. 802-824-5522 or bromley.com
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THE EQUINOX GOLF RESORT & SPA
SESTERCENTENNIAL CELEBRATION
The Equinox marks its 250th
anniversary with a yearlong celebration,
commemorating with a multitude of
events including celebrations of luxury,
love, history, Vermont, the women of
The Equinox, and more. The resort and
collection of historic Inns at The Equinox
are excited for this sestercentennial
status and series of celebrations. 3567
Main St., Manchester. 802-362-4700 or
equinoxresort.com
THE EQUINOX PRESERVE
The Equinox Preserve consists of
more than 914 acres on the slopes
of Mt. Equinox. The series of trails
are open for pedestrian use and
range from short, easy walks through
the woods for families to steep,
half-day ascents to the top of the
mountain for more experienced hikers.
equinoxpreservationtrust.org
EQUINOX SKYLINE DRIVE
Experience the unforgettable drive to
the summit of Mt. Equinox. The natural
beauty of Vermont may be enjoyed
at one of many scenic picnic areas.
Explore hiking trails at the summit
and store up some peace to take back
to the world below. Open May–Oct.
Skyline Dr., Sunderland. 802-362-1114 or
equinoxmountain.com
THE AMERICAN MUSEUM OF FLY
FISHING
The American Museum of Fly Fishing is
dedicated to preserving the rich heritage
of fly fishing and is a repository for
and conservator to the world’s largest
collection of angling and angling-related
items. 4070 Main St., Manchester.
802-362-3300 or amff.org
FARMERS’ MARKETS
Vermont is one of the best places
to find locally sourced food
and products. The Manchester
Farmers’ Market occurs on
Thursdays 3–6pm at Adams
Park in Manchester, the Dorset
Farmers’ Market on Sundays
10am–2pm at H.N. Williams
Store in Dorset, the West River
Farmers’ Market on Saturdays
9am–1pm at the intersection of
Rtes. 11 and 100 in Londonderry,
and the Arlington Village
Farmers’ Market on Fridays
4–7pm on the grounds of the
Arlington Inn at the junction of
VT Rtes. 7A and 313 West.