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1. ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Kids & Family Fun
© ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center

2. The Fleming Museum of Art ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
© The Fleming Museum of Art

3. Church Street Marketplace

Category: Shopping & Stuff
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4. Flynn Center for the Performing Arts

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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5. Burlington Farmers' Market

Category: Shopping & Stuff
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6. Hen of the Wood

© Hen of the Wood

7. North Beach Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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8. Pizzeria Verita

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
© Pizzeria Verita

9. Ethan Allen Homestead

© Ethan Allen Homestead

10. American Flatbread

© American Flatbread

11. Burlington City Arts Center

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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12. Lake Champlain Chocolates

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
© Lake Champlain Chocolates

13. Battery Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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14. Petra Cliffs Climbing Center

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Burlington is a vibrant city located on the shores of Lake Champlain in Vermont. Best things to do in Burlington include unique attractions like ECHO Lake Aquarium & Science Center, Ethan Allen Homestead and the Fleming Museum of Art. Enjoy scenic views from a lakefront park, stay at a great hotel, go on a culinary adventure on your weekend getaway.

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Burlington events:
- Vermont Brewers Festival - Every July
- Burlington Discover Jazz Festival - June 4-8, 2025
- Festival of Fools - Every August
- Vermont International Film Festival
- Vermont Pride Festival - Every September

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