Family Attractions nearby A Fireside Inn - Vermont Attractions — Vermont: Central Vermont/Mad River
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Robert Compton Pottery
Route 116, Bristol, VT 05443
A working pottery on a former dairy farm features day work by Robert and weaving by his wife. Unusual Japanese woodfired kiln, Raku, PitFired and Stoneware pottery. Also unique clay fountains and aquariums. Ope... more >>
VT Raptor Center
Church Hill Road, Woodstock, VT 05091
The Vermont Raptor Center at the Vermont Institute of Natural Science is an accessible outdoor exhibit of non-releasable owls, hawks, falcons and eagles. Hiking trails, visitor center, frequent programs and nat... more >>
VT. Marble Exhibit
62 Main St., Proctor, VT 05765
Discover the story of one of Vermont's most enduring natural resources. Learn the history of the marble industry in Vermont. Color film, sculptor at work, historic photographs, marble market. Admission. Gift Sh... more >>
Alpine Family Amusement Center
133 East Mountain Road, Killington, VT 05751
Wonderful family fun and full of excitement. Race around the world on the dual linked Cruisin World, play the latest pinball's, four player Daytonta, dual TT Manx, Night Glow Air Hockey and over 20 more of toda... more >>
Bixby Memorial Library
258 Main Street, Vergennes, VT 05491
A fine example of Greek Revival architecture built of the finest materials including Italian Marble and mosaic tile. The central rotunda is surmounted by an immense and marvelous Tiffany style stained glass ... more >>
Bragg Farm Sugarhouse & Gift Shop
Route 14 N, East Montpelier, VT 05651
One of Vermont's sugarhouses using traditional methods of Maple Sugaring. Free guided tours & maple syrup tasting. Enjoy our video and a stroll through the maple woods. Very scenic views including a nearby cove... more >>
Bromley Mountain Thrill Zone
3984 Route 11, Peru, VT 05152
VT's longest water slide, America's longest Alpine Slide, Adrenaline Zipline, Trampoline, 24' climbing wall, 18 hole Championship mini-Golf and a great selection of Kiddie and Adult Fun. Award-winning skiing, r... more >>
Calvin Coolidge Birthplace
Route 100 A, Bridgewater, VT 05034
Official Vermont Historical Site where the 30th president was born, raised and buried. Vermont Farmers Museum presents pre-1920 farming tools and Plymouth Cheese Factory. Open daily late May to mid October.... more >>
Clearwater Sports
Route l00, Waitsfield, VT 05673
We offer guided trips, full moon cruises, custom tours, kayak roll classes, kayak river clinics, touring clinics, and kids kayak programs. Equipment rentals include boats, inner tubes, camping gear, and mountai... more >>
Cold Hollow Cider Mill
Route 100, Waterbury, VT 05677
Visit New England's most famous cider mill. Watch cider making. Mill store boasts cider jelly, apple butters, apple sauce, cheese, smoked meats, maple products, other Vermont specialty foods, crafts and gifts. ... more >>
Comtu Falls
, Springfield, VT
Comtu Falls and gorge is located in Springfield. This natural wonder descends a total of 110 feet in an eighth of a mile. You can see the falls from the Park Street Bridge.... more >>
Copeland Furniture
156 Industrial Road, Bradford, VT 05033
We build furniture representing good design, quality and value. We have preserved the New England tradition of quality craftsmanship. Visit the factory and watch as we make the best furniture. Factory tours by ... more >>
Covered Bridges in Central Vermont
, Wilmington, VT 05363
There are covered bridges in the following towns located in Central Vermont: Chelsea
East Montpelier
Middlebury
Northfield
Pittsford
Randolph
Springfield
Stowe
Weybridge... more >>
Covered Bridges in the Killington,Rutland Area
, Killington, VT 05751
Sanderson or Lower Bridge,Otter Creek,off Rt.7,Brandon
Depot Bridge,1840,Otter Creek,Rt. 7, North Pittsford
Hammond Bridge,1843,Ottter Creek,Rte 7
Cooley Bridge,1849,Furnace Brook,Old Pi... more >>
Eureka Schoolhouse
Route 11, Springfield, VT 05156
A restored 1 room schoolhouse that was built in 1785. It is also one of the few remaining 18th century public buildings in Vermont. Displays are of 18th and 19th century educational material. Picnic ground and ... more >>
Green Mountain Rock Climbing Center
223 Woodstock Avenue (Route 4), Rutland, VT 05701
Over 10,000 square feet of climbing. Lessons offered. Full gear shop, lockers, showers, sauna, observation lounge and The Great Outdoors Gear and Outfitting Store. Our professional guide will bring you up to th... more >>
Killington Adventure Center
Killington Road-Route 4 , Killington, VT 05751
A new 2 track waterslide, a skateboard and in-line skate park, an alpine slide, a climbing wall, over 40 miles of hiking and biking trails, scenic chairlift rides, and a championship 18 hole golf course are wha... more >>
Killington Snowmobile Tours
1584 Route 100A, Plymouth, VT 05056
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Killington Snowmobile Tours
Killington Road~PO Box 649, Killington, VT
The oldest & largest Snowmobile Tour in Killington. Featuring snowmobiling for all different levels of ability. Incredible views along the way. Take your ride in a new Polaris snowmobile, with heated handlebars... more >>
Maple Landmark Woodcraft
119 Exchange Street, Middlebury, VT 05753
Crafters of fine wood products including toys, games, and gifts. Home of the Name Train, My Train and handcrafted gifts. Plus ornaments, blocks, trivets, and more. Factory showroom offers views of production ... more >>
Mike's Hobbies
162 Main St. Rte 7 Stonybrook Plaza, Rutland, VT 05701
Vermont's best full service hobby shop & R/C Car Raceway. More than 10,000 items including R/C cars, boats & planes, Lionel Trains, Nascar collectibles, models, coins and many more too numerous to list. Open ... more >>
New England Maple Museum and Market
Route 7!PO Box 615, Pittsford, VT 05763
A "King Kong" replica of the century-old Sugar House is the scene for the historical development of maple sugaring. Slide show and demonstrations explain the entire process..sap to syrup. Tasting counter. Compl... more >>
Norwich University Museum
White Chapel, Northfield, VT 05663
The country's oldest private military college, Norwich University, in Northfield, Vermont, has a museum with an extraordinary collection of the spoils of war, including Mussolini's telephone and a piece of Hitl... more >>
Old Constitution House
N. Main Street, Windsor, VT 05089
The signing of the Constitution for the "Free and Independent Republic of Vermont" took place in Elijah West's Tavern. Pemanent displays of the writing and meaning of Vermont's unique consitution, American fur... more >>
President Chester A. Arthur State Historic Site
, Fairfield, VT 05455
Exhibits detailing the life and career of the 21st. President. The brick church, where Arthur's father served as a preacher has been restored. ... more >>
Quechee Gorge State Park
764 Dewey Mills Road, White River Junction, VT 05001
The State Park consisting of 611 acres is located off Rt. 4. The park is perched above the spectacular 200' deep Quechee Gorge, one of Vermont's true natural attractions. Take in the view from the Rt. 4... more >>
Simon Pearce Glass Blowing
The Mill, Quechee, VT 05059
32,000 square foot restored woolen mill featuring clear glass items, pottery and furniture all hand-crafted by Simon Pearce and his artisans. On the ground floor is a glass-blowing furnace where you can observe... more >>
Vermont Maple Museum
52 Main St., Proctor, VT 05765
Hall of Presidents, Artist in Residence, Geology display room, Sample Room, Marble Market, Extensive Gift Shop, Quarry Trail, and Historic Photographs. Open 7 days a week 9-5:30. mid-May to late October... more >>
Vermont Skydiving Adventure, Inc.
4369 Vermont Rte 17W, Addison, VT 05491
Tandem offers a unique way of experiencing all aspects of skydiving with the security having an instructor attached during the entire skydive. Ideal for the one-time jumper. 20 minutes of instruction ~ equipm... more >>
VINS Nature Center
Church Hill Road, Woodstock, VT 05091
The VINS Nature Center features one of North America's most impressive collections of live birds of prey, such as owls, eagles, hawks, and falcons; a walking trail that leads to the Ottauquechee River, featurin... more >>



