Vermont Travel Guide: Explore the Best Parks, Historic Sites, and Hidden Gems
Explore Vermont with this Roam Your Home travel guide. Discover scenic Green Mountain parks, charming villages, historic sites, museums, and classic New England landscapes across the Green Mountain State.
Discover Places to Explore
Looking for more places to explore? Browse all of our Roam Your Home articles about Vermont, including mountain parks, historic villages, covered bridges, and scenic drives. From fall foliage to charming small towns, discover some of the best things to do in Vermont.
Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site
From forested mountains and scenic lakes to quiet hiking trails and waterfalls, Vermont’s parks showcase the timeless beauty of New England’s Green Mountains. Our featured Vermont park highlights one of the state’s most scenic outdoor escapes.
Joseph Smith’s Birthplace
Vermont’s historic landmarks trace early colonial settlements, Revolutionary War heritage, and classic New England communities. Our featured Vermont historic site highlights one destination that shaped the Green Mountain State’s story.
Best National Parks in Vermont
- Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park
Top 5 Vermont State Parks
- Smugglers’ Notch State Park
- Gifford Woods State Park
- President Chester A. Arthur Historic Site
- Camel’s Hump State Park
- President Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site
Top 5 Vermont Museums
- Shelburne Museum in Shelburne
- Bennington Museum
- Vermont History Museum in Montpelier
- Fleming Museum of Art in Burlington
- Brattleboro Museum & Art Center
Know Before You Roam: Vermont Quick Facts
- Largest City: Burlington
- High Point (Rank): Mount Mansfield 4,393 (26)
- Lowest Elevation: Lake Champlain: 95 ft
- State Nickname: “Green Mountain State”
- State Flower: Red Clover
- State Tree: Sugar Maple
- State Animal: Morgon Horse
- State Bird: Hermit Thrush
- State Fish: Brook Trout
Explore Vermont on the Roam Your Home Travel Map
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Every marker highlights one of our stories about historic villages, scenic parks, museums, and cultural landmarks. Click a pin to uncover the destination and start planning your Vermont adventure.