Things to do in Burlington

Planning questions about Burlington

What are the best things to do in Burlington?

Burlington Signature Guided Brewery Tour is the highest ranked experience in Burlington, scoring 84 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 133 traveler reviews. Public Daytime Sailing Cruise, Small Group 5-Day Tour Vacation Package in Vermont, Public Sunset Sailing Cruise on Lake Champlain, 1 Hour Narrated Burlington Trolley Tour round out the top five. Outty ranks 21 bookable experiences in Burlington, United States, and 0 of them score 90 or above.

How much do activities in Burlington cost?

The median price across everything we rank in Burlington is $95 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $10 on Burlington's Famous Ghosts Smartphone Guided Walking Tour. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.

Can I book something in Burlington for today?

Yes. 21 of the 21 experiences we rank in Burlington currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.

Is Burlington good for families?

Yes. 3 of the experiences we rank in Burlington are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.

How many days do you need in Burlington?

Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

When is the best time to visit Burlington?

Spring and fall bring the best weather and lighter crowds in Burlington, while summer has the widest choice of tours and evening activities. Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

Can I cancel a booking in Burlington?

12 of the 21 experiences we rank in Burlington offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.

How does the Outty Ranking work?

Every experience in Burlington gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Burlington so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.