Smartphone-Guided Walking Tour of Burlington

Burlington, US
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Highlights

  • Learn about Burlington's commitment to the environment
  • Discover the unique inventions from Burlington's history
  • Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Burlington's downtown area
  • Visit iconic landmarks and historical buildings in Burlington

Meeting Point

Our tour starts on the waterfront of beautiful Lake Champlain.

Meeting point

20 Lake St, Burlington, VT 05401 , United States

End point

End Point

And ends up at the top of the Church Street Marketplaces near the iconic house of worship.

Meeting point

152 Pearl St, Burlington, VT 05401 , United States

End point

What to expect

1

Lake Champlain

Our tour starts on the waterfront of beautiful Lake Champlain where we will look far back in time to this area before Europeans and the cultures and people that called this place home.

Duration 5 minutes
2

ECHO Leahy Center For Lake Champlain

In part because of the incredible natural surroundings, Vermonters have always been deeply passionate about the environment. From the forests of old, to the forests of new, we'll explore just how this place protects its land.

Duration 5 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
3

Follett House

This is the last of what used to be a row of mansions built with the wealth of the industrial revolution. Follett was no exception - with a life story as intertwined in Vermont history as any.

Duration 5 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
4

95 College St

This street is so named for a one of the powerhouses of Burlington - the University of Vermont! Its history is intertwined with this town and we'll explore that in more detail while learning about some of the more unique inventions from Burlington's history.

Duration 5 minutes
5

City Hall Park

Urban renewal is a concept most urban dwellers engage with daily - Burlington pioneered it with their commons - a music-filled gathering point for residents and visitors alike. Learn how this city established a path others followed decades later to make the new American city.

Duration 5 minutes
6

Flynn Center for the Performing Arts

We love a good show - as the largest theater between Albany and Boston, the Flynn has it all - musicals, rock bands, comedy tours. Some of those visitors have been quite famous and gotten up to some crazy antics while here, we'll tell you more when you get here..

Duration 5 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
7

Courthouse Plaza

Most people think its odd that we include a courthouse on a daytime tour - but we think a good ghost story can be scary during the day too - take a stop to learn about some secrets of old-time Burlington.

Duration 5 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
8

Burlington City Arts Center

Free revolving galleries with some amazing local artists? Check. What else is there to say?

Duration 10 minutes
9

Church Street Marketplace

There is no better place to explore than the Church Street Marketplace - a multi-block pedestrian-only plaza that showcases the best New England, and local entrepreneurs, have to offer. We'll explain the history of this oldest part of Burlington and its conversion to what you see today.

Duration 10 minutes
10

First Unitarian Universalist Society of Burlington

Our last stop brings the history of Burlington back full circle, at one of the original buildings in town and the site of its greatest moments.

Duration 5 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included

Additional Information

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    Wheelchair accessible
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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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    All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Provided by Wandering Tours

What our experts say

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    Start at Lake Champlain for views.
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    Visit ECHO Center for local ecology.
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    Check out Church Street for local shops.
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    Grab coffee at Uncommon Grounds nearby.
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    Explore Burlington City Arts for local art.

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