Things to do & places to visit in Brattleboro, Vermont, United States

Named one of the top ten small art towns in the country, Brattleboro's downtown is packed with coffee shops, bookstores, and art galleries. Over the course of a year, the town hosts world class jazz concerts, film festivals, and theater companies. Since 1922, Brattleboro has also been home to the Harris Hill Ski Jump, an annual winter tradition that brings thousands of spectators to the town to watch as some of the world's best athletes tackle the death-defying 90-meter ski jump.

Brattleboro city in Vermont, United States. Timezone: America/New_York, current date and time: Thursday, May 02, 2024, 17:34.

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5.0 Robb Family Farm (51 reviews)
- A great little diversion in VT
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Farms

A 350-acre farm - the barn and country store are open to the public. See more..
5.0 Fire Arts Vermont (32 reviews)
- Surprise!
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops • Art Galleries • Lessons & Workshops

Contemporary craft gallery and open artist studios, open five days a week, just two miles north of Brattleboro, Vermont. Home of Natalie Blake Studios, featuring handcrafted ceramic tiles and vessels, and Randi Solin Glass, featuring hand-blown glass sculptures and vessels. Come see our glass blowers in action on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays, and tour both studios and meet the artists any day of the week. Fire Arts also offers Make-Your-Own events, workshops, and private parties in the glass and ceramic arts -- check our website for upcoming events and opportunities to celebrate the fire arts! Open 10-5 ... Thursday-Sunday. See more..
5.0 Vermont Artisan Designs (16 reviews)
- Wonderful gallery and store
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality & Gift Shops • Art Galleries

Superb contemporary art and crafts gallery. Safety precautions taken for you well-being and ours. Limited hours -- 10 to 5 p.m. daily -- but call for appointment or curbside delivery. See more..
5.0 Mystery on Main Street (8 reviews)
- Mystery Lover's Heaven
Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops

Imagine, in this day with e-books and mail order, a small, independent (and thriving) bookstore dedicated to Mysteries! This is a marvelous gem to be found on Brattleboro's Main Street. The proprietor is friendly, helpful and informative. And he carries the entire collection (all 25 novels) of Vermont author Archer Mayor, whose police procedural novels feature Joe Gunther, a fictional detective stationed in: Brattleboro. But you'll find hundreds of other authors besides Mayor, all of your favorites. Definitely worth an hour (or more) to browse 'til your heart's content. See more..
5.0 Estey Organ Museum (5 reviews)
- Wonderful couple of hours....
Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums

As the owner of a vintage Estey Organ, it was a must to get to Brattleboro and visit the museum. The managing director, Philip Stimmel, a very dedicated and enthusiastic musician, took great pains to tell us the history of the company and demonstrated many of the vintage pieces they have from many periods. I was privileged to be able to play a couple also, A superb afternoon and well worth travelling many thousands of miles to get there....( well, we did go to other places too!!) See more..
5.0 Gallery in the Woods (3 reviews)
- Exploring Brattleboro
Art Galleries

Found this lovely gem on a art walk, after first Friday. The collection is worth exploring. Very calm, eclectic space. See more..
5.0 Bonnyvale Environmental Eduction Center (1 review)
- Amazing Views and family friendly trails
Spent 2-3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Hiking Trails • Forests
Bonnyvale Enviro Ed Center is a great destination for a ramble in the woods that includes a multi-state view from the top of Heifer Hill. Great woods, hardwood forests and programing. We watched the eclipse from the meadow... See more..
5.0 Brattleboro Outing Club Cross Country Ski Center (1 review)
- Wonderful, local nordic center
Thursday: Spent 2-3 hours Cross-country Ski Areas

The Brattleboro Outing Club Cross Country Ski Center has many dedicated volunteers helping to keep the trails and hut open. The groomers do an excellent job of making skiable terrain available as often as possible. There are also snowshoe trails through the woods. The views from the top are magnificent. See more..
4.5 Creamery Covered Bridge (185 reviews)
- Fall Visit
Thursday: 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Bridges

This old but we’ll maintained bridge is worth a visit! The woodwork structure is beautiful and has a built on walkway (1917). The bridge is no longer actually driven upon and is a great photo op with the stream flowing underneath. We had the pleasure of meeting a couple of the local caretakers of the bridge. I’m thankful there are folks like them to maintain this history! See more..
4.5 Grafton Village Cheese Company Brattleboro (143 reviews)
- A Must Stop!
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Speciality & Gift Shops

We stopped in later in the day after being in the river on a very hot day!. Felt out of place only for a short minute. The staff was very pleasant and informative with the cheeses!! So many things to Sample. The smoked Gouda is to die for!!! The gourmet Mustard, Maple pepper / Garlic powder and the Cheese sampler pack are Phenomenal!!! So many choices!! Could easily spend 1 hr or so in here!! If your looking for fine cheeses and numerous maple items, this place should not be missed! Lisa See more..
4.5 Brattleboro Farmers' Market (89 reviews)
- Fun Visit
Thursday: Flea & Street Markets

We didn’t stop for any food, however we will next time! The market itself was great, with a large selection of vendors. We bought bread, cheese, honey, duck eggs, granola and a few other goodies. We look forward to the produce when it’s available. Great visit for 2 “city slickers” lol. See more..
4.5 Brattleboro Museum & Art Center (89 reviews)
- Always fun, interesting, and challenging!
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Art Museums • History Museums

Great exhibits of contemporary art for the whole family! Large enough to satisfy, small enough to be intimate. Excellent gift store. See more..
4.5 Latchis Theater (74 reviews)
- Throwback to a different era -- in a fun way!
Movie Theaters • Theaters

A 900-seat movie theater that is architecturally outstanding. See more..
4.5 Saxtons Distillery (66 reviews)
- Wonderful surroundings
Thursday: 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Distilleries

Saxtons Distillery crafts locally sourced small batch VT spirits. We create Sapling Maple Liqueur, Sapling Maple Bourbon, Sapling Maple Rye and Perc Coffee Liqueur using local products. All of our VT Maple Syrup comes from less than 10 miles from our front door and Mocha Joe's supplies our dark roasted beans for Perc Coffee Liqueur. We offer free tastings of all our spirits and sell both bottles of our spirits and unique merchandise. There will always be one of our team to assist you in all your spirit questions and needs. Come visit us at our grand tasting room and production facility in Brattleboro at 155 Chickering Drive! We're open Monday-Saturday! See more..
4.5 Retreat Trails (61 reviews)
- Great hiking options
Hiking Trails

We loved this morning hike with a variety of well marked paths to choose from. We followed Morningside and Ice Pond where we ended at the Ski Hill. We hiked up the stairs (what a workout) and followed the trail at the top down the back (better than going down the stairs) to get back to the bottom. See more..
4.5 Twice Upon a Time (42 reviews)
- Love this shop
Thursday: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Antique Shops • Flea & Street Markets

Off-price market of over 100 dealers and 4000 consigners. See more..
4.5 Retreat Farm (32 reviews)
- Nourishing, peaceful and welcoming!
Spent 2-3 hours Farms

Retreat Farm is on a mission to connect people to the land and to one another. Just outside of downtown Brattleboro, Retreat Farm's 9 historic barns, grassy square, and 10-miles of trails and open waters are here for you to enjoy. In addition to animals grazing on pasture and growing food, you can experience a new labyrinth garden, arts installations, walking paths and trails, and interpretive signs about the history and nature of the property. All this and the Farm's Forest Playground, Storybook Walk, and beautiful gardens are here for you every day from dawn to dusk for free. See more..
4.5 Living Memorial Park (20 reviews)
- Beautiful Views
Parks

A beautiful green space in cozy Brattleboro. Tennis courts, swimming pool, skating rink. You can drive up to the gazebo at the top of the hill. There is a full kitchen and bathrooms. If you want to enjoy a beer, you can see the officer coming with enough time to hide it. See more..
4.5 Penelope Wurr (8 reviews)
- Gorgeous shop
Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops

Penelope Wurr is a fantastic gift shop. She has loads of items from the U.K., like Maltesers, HP Sauce, Cadbury chocolates, wine gums, marmite, and many others. She carriers beautifully hand crafted jewellery, plates, mugs, unique salt and pepper shakers, funny Lady Bird books, cards, and a wide range of delightful gifts. There is also a nice view of the town from the upstairs window, and a lovely tribute to her Mum. Penelope is an interesting lady to have a chat with as well, very friendly and welcoming. Anyone visiting Brattleboro should check out this wonderful shop. See more..
4.5 Kidsplayce (7 reviews)
- Permanently closed.
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Playgrounds

KidsPLAYce is an indoor children's discovery center located in the heart of downtown Brattleboro, Vermont. Inside is a magical play-space filled with a life-sized boat, castle, two-story townhouse, train, building blocks, crafts, art, music, mazes, and more. Each of these wonderful story-book structures was hand built by Vermont craftspeople and artists. There is also a cafeteria for families to have picnic lunches while you play.Admission Information~Day Pass: $6 per Child - Adults and children Birth - 1 year by donation See more..
4.5 Fair Winds Farm (6 reviews)
- Great Family experience.
Farms

We set out on a snowy morning and had a thrilling ride! Great deal, kind people, beautiful landscape. Jay and Janet made this a day to remember. Multi-generational group with youngsters, tween and younger, young adults, parents and grandparents... sublime. ❤ See more..
4.5 Brattleboro History Center (4 reviews)
- Very cute
Speciality Museums
If you would like to know more about the town's history, this is definitely the place to go! Lots of fun facts! See more..
4.0 Hermit Thrush Brewery (54 reviews)
- Classic VT awesome service
Thursday: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Breweries

Great place to stop in and try the various options. Awesome smiles and service. Must try on a beautiful spring night. Nice job Scott! See more..
4.0 Brattleboro Common (28 reviews)
- I love walking around in Brattleboro, Vermont
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Downtown Brattleboro is really funky & cool. I love walking around & going into the many shops. They have a cool coffee house in the basement of a building downtown. There are many cool cafes & it's so beautiful there. I find it very relaxing to walk around in downtown Brattleboro. See more..
4.0 Brattleboro Winter Farmers' Market (2 reviews)
- Quiet visit
Thursday: Farmers Markets

Weekly indoor farmers market in Brattleboro, VT. Local produce, maple syrup, locally raised meats, baked goods, preserves, many beautiful handcrafted items and much more. The market is open every Saturday NOV thru MAR from 10-2. Live music in the lunch cafe' from 11-1:30. Credit, debit & EBT cards welcome. EBT shoppers can stretch their food dollars with Crop Cash and our Food Boost Coupons. See more..
3.5 Fort Dummer State Park (18 reviews)
- Friday and Saturday Nights
State Parks • Parks

Well, I would have to say that the park is very clean, the sites are very large and mostly private, the staff is very friendly and helpful. There are great hiking trails at the campground, including a swimming hole which is awesome, albeit a hike back up! My reason for giving is 4 stars is the interstate traffic noise -- wherever you go in this park, it is there night and day. See more..
3.5 Tasha Tudor Museum (11 reviews)
- Cute place to visit
Speciality Museums
A cute place to visit to kill a bit of time. My school age child really enjoyed it while it was a bit above my 2 year olds head. See more..
3.0 Retreat Cemetery (2 reviews)
- Lots of dead people
Cemeteries
Nice cemetery full of people that you wish you would have known. Many of the headstones have been stolen, so you'll need to use your imagination. See more..
Brattleboro Area Jewish Community (0 review)
Religious Sites
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Artrageus (0 review)
Art Galleries
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