- The list below includes 104 free or cheap things to do in or near South Burlington, Vermont, including 78 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Family Fun Center, Arcades and Movie Theaters.
- From Overlook Park to Dorset Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in South Burlington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Burlington, Stowe, Plattsburgh and Shelburne.
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With Burlington Food Tours, visitors can sample a wide range of food items such as jams, cheeses, popsicles, and more. The tour takes visitors on a walk through the Burlington Farmer's market while narrating the food history of the region.
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With access to the lake, Water Front Dog Park is a unique way for dogs to get exercise, socialize, and have fun. The park has off-leash areas, a large fenced in space, and a bike path.
2.4 Miles
Situated in a marina, Perkins Pier provides visitors with direct access to Lake Champion and a path for joggers. The pier is in close vicinity to the downtown where there are restaurants and shopping.
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Originally a railroad bed, the Burlington Bike Path is now a 7.5 mile recreational bike route along the shore of Lake Champlain. The path links six parks along the waterfront, and provides views of the Adirondack Mountains.
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The ECHO Lake Aquarium & Science Centre is an interactive attraction centred around ecology, culture, history and stewardship in the Lake Champlain Basin. Permanent exhibits include an aquatic habitat, FrogWorld, Discovery Place for toddlers and a hands-on paleontological dig box.
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The Switchback Brewing Company was founded in 2002 in Burlington, Vermont. All of Switchback's beers are unfiltered and naturally carbonated. Switchback brewers provide tours of the brewery, and guests can enjoy samples and pints in the tap room.
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The Oakledge Park & Beach is a public beach and neighborhood park that supports activities including running, biking, sun tanning, and fishing. The area also sits next to the Champlain Bike Path.
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Spanning 100 acres, Red Rock Park is open all year round. The park includes a beach area where visitors can swim, as well as hiking trails, a picnic area with a gazebo, and scenic overlooks.
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Downtown Burlington's Waterfront Park provides waterfront access to the Burlington Bike Path and Lake Champlain, with a pedestrian boardwalk and benches for viewing sunsets over the lake. The park's festival site hosts an array of musical and community events throughout the year.
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Located near Lake Champlain, Oakledge Park is a quiet spot to relax, picnic, or play. The park has a swimming beach, playground equipment, softball fields, tennis courts, and picnic shelters.