- Our list of the best things to do in Essex, Vermont, features the top 147 nearby activities — including 70 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Essex, VT has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Sights & Landmarks, and Entertainment & Shows.
- The results below include the top 2 things to do within the city of Essex, VT , followed by 145 popular activities in nearby cities, including Burlington, Stowe, Plattsburgh, South Burlington, Shelburne, Waterbury, Vergennes, Waitsfield, Charlotte, Jeffersonville, Waterbury Center, Grand Isle, Richmond, Killington, Smugglers Notch, Winchester, Cambridge, Colchester and Isle La Motte
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Gentle Giants Sleigh & Carriage Rides offers guided, horse-drawn history tours . Peregron and Belgian Draft horses lead a variety of wagons with up to 12 passengers on a winding, wooded trail.
18.6 Miles
Even though it is a small two screen cinema, the Oldham Theater is one of the oldest movie theaters in the area. It normally shows popular first-run Hollywood films with one being shown in the downstairs theater while the other is presented upstairs.
18.6 Miles
Primarily a campground site, Little River State Park is a family-friendly campground, lake and park with breathtaking views of nature. The park features play areas, swimming beaches, a ball field, a boat launch and boat rental station.
18.8 Miles
Year-long horseback riding activities are offered by the Lajoie Stables which is one of Vermont's largest horse stables. Standard horseback riding trails are available along with sleigh rides during the winter and special pony rides for children.
18.9 Miles
Baggs' Landing is a rental company that offers kayak, stand up paddle board, and sit on top board rentals on Lake Champlain. The company also has barbecue grills, a volleyball court, horseshoes, and a swimming area.
19.0 Miles
Housed in a quirky old farmhouse, Grand Isle Art Works provides interesting spaces for the display of arts and fine crafts in a gallery-like setting. Guests can also purchase the creations of local artists in addition to participating in classes.
19.0 Miles
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122 Hourglass Drive, Stowe, VT 05672
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The Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center of Stowe doesn't put on your average stage production. Acrobatic performances, film to ballet adaptations and Circus-inspired productions are most popular at the center.
19.0 Miles
Home to over 600,000 residents, Vermont State of is the second least populous state in the United States of America. Visitors commonly enjoy stopping by one of the many museums, parks, or historic sites during their visit to the state.
19.3 Miles
Almost entirely forested, Wiessner Woods is a public access park that has several trails running through it for hiking, nature viewing, bird watching, and wildlife viewing. Black bears do live in the area though so the public is advised to use caution.
19.5 Miles
Visit the resort with panoramic views that were enjoyed by President's and business tycoons alike, Pine Bluff Golf Resort. Featuring golf and stay packages that include access to Lake Champlain, kayaking rentals, and other fine amenities.