- The list below includes 107 free or cheap things to do in or near Essex, Vermont, including 76 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, National & State Parks and Art Gallery.
- From Pizza Putt to Talent Skatepark, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Essex and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Burlington, Stowe, Plattsburgh and South Burlington.
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The Vermont Granite Museum of Barre showcases the history of local granite production in a beautiful riverside setting. Visitors can take tours, view artisans at work, or attend seasonal events hosted on the grounds.
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Located on 50-acres about a mile downstream from Whiteface Mountain is the Adirondack Wildlife Refuge. Home to many animals, native to the area, the site features a walking trail, raptor sanctuary, wolves and bear habitats.
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Two-time site of the Winter Olympics and countless World Cup Ski events, Whiteface Mountain is a mecca for winter sports lovers. Featuring the highest vertical drop east of the Rockies and numerous beginner areas, this mountain is waiting for you.
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In the shadow of the Adirondack Mountains, Wilmington Town Beach, is a place for families to gather and share a day near the water. The park features a boat launch, kayaking, sandy beaches, swimming and picnic facilities.
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Since Barre is considered to be the Granite Capital of the World, it has a long history of gravestone monuments with Hope Cemetery forming the foundation. It represents a distinguished history of memorial art through stone with some of the oldest and most intricate examples.
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Studio Place Arts features a variety of art galleries and classes. Guests can often see local artists working on projects as they browse through exhibits because the facility also provides studio space to creative individuals.
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Considered to be the most photographic waterfall in Vermont, the Moss Glen Falls has a grace and overall style that looks great on camera even though there are higher and more voluminous falls in the state. Hiking and photography are the main activities for the area near the falls.
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Offering guests the chance to watch first-run movies in 3D, the Paramount Theatre also provides group and special event rentals. Additionally, parents can also schedule a birthday party for their children at this location.
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Hazen's Notch is a large mountain pass in the Westfield area of the Green Mountains in Vermont. A wide variety of outdoor activities are available in the region, including cross country skiing and snowshoeing in the winter along with hiking and children's nature camps in the summer.