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Recreation, Restaurants & Area Attractions

 

Waterbury, Vermont is centrally located for enjoying the area's most popular destinations, events, activities, and entertainment. Waterbury is the gateway to all types of recreation and is home to some of the world's best specialty food companies. Here are just a few favorites of our guests.

Shopping & Attractions

Arts & Entertainment

  • Montpelier Chamber Orchestra Society - Twenty-one of Central Vermont's finest string musicians bring you everything from Arcangelo Corelli to Thelonius Monk.
  • Vermont Philharmonic - Central Vermont's community symphony orchestra with regular performances at the Barre Opera House.
  • Eleva Chamber Players - Professional all-string chamber orchestra performing classical music to raise the human spirit. Based in Waterbury.
  • Lost Nation Theater, Montpelier - The area's award-winning, professional theater company.
  • Savoy Theater, Montpelier - Cozy movie house and video store featuring international, arts, and independent films.
  • Free Outdoor Concerts - Talented local groups perform jazz, big band, blues, barbershop, and more (only during the summer, of course), at the Rusty Parker Memorial Park, Waterbury.
  • Valley Players - Waitsfield's popular community theater.
  • Mad River Craft Fair

Other Community Events

  • Farmers Market, Rusty Parker Memorial Park, Waterbury - Thursdays from 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm, in the summer
  • Waterbury Flea Market, Route 2 West - Huge bargains every Saturday and Sunday in the summer and during foliage season.
  • Fourth of July Parade & Festival, Waterbury - A hometown favorite. Usually the Saturday before July 4th.
  • Montpelier Events Calendar.
  • Vermont Events Calendar.

Restaurants

Bolton

Waterbury

  • Cider House BBQ & Pub, 1675 US Route 2 (802-522-1359) - Souther style BBQ with a Vermont twist.
  • Marsala Salsa, 13-15 Stowe Street (802-244-1150) - A delicious international fusion of Mexican, Caribbean and Indian cuisine.
  • The Alchemist Pub & Brewery, 23 South Main Street (802-244-4120) - One of Vermont's celebrated brewpubs. Restaurant features unique artwork by local artists.
  • Michael's on the Hill, Route 100 North (802-244-7476) - New England cuisine with European finesse.
  • Hen of The Wood, 92 Stowe Street (802-244-7300) - Inventive fine dining in a former grist mill.
  • Arvad's, Main Street (800-599-8973) - a pub & grill serving great salads, burgers, with an international beer selection.
  • Lee Zachary's Pizza - Eat in or get it delivered.
  • Waterbury Wings, 1 S. Main St. (802-244-7827) - Chicken wings and more. They also deliver.

Waitsfield

  • 1824 House (800-426-3986) - Fine dining in an intimate country inn setting

Warren

  • The Pitcher Inn (888-867-4824) - A memorable romantic dining experience in a Relais & Chateaux property, situated in the village of Warren. If you don't mind pushing the limit on your platinum card, ask about the exclusive private dining experience in the wine cellar. This is a great choice for anniversaries, weddings, civil union dinners and other special occasions.

Montpelier

  • Royal Thai Orchid - Excellent authentic Thai dishes and drinks, open for lunch and dinner
  • Sarducci's, Main Street - Popular Italian restaurant next to the Winooski River.
  • Main Street Grill & Bar, Montpelier - Haute cuisine at reasonable prices by the New England Culinary Institute (NECI)
  • Hunger Mountain Co-Op, drive behind Sarducci's - A grocery store & cafe featuring health foods, international foods, organic produce, and more.
  • Rhapsody - Bountiful vegetarian and vegan buffet.

Stowe

  • Red Basil - Authentic Thai cuisine with a martini bar and sushi bar.
  • The Whip at the Green Mountain Inn - Refined menu and clientele. Good place for people watching.
  • Gracie's, Mountain Road - Fun booths and burgers.
  • The Shed Restaurant & Brewery, Mountain Road - Good food in one of Vermont's fine brewpubs. Be sure to try their beer ski sampler.

Massage & Relaxation

Outdoor Activities

  • Hiking, snowshoeing or cross-country skiing at Moose Meadow Lodge (Snowshoes provided. Bring your own skis.)
  • Biking on Scenic Route 100
  • Hiking on Camel's Hump or Hunger Mountain
  • Skiing in Stowe, Sugarbush, Bolton Valley, Mad River Glen or Cochran's
  • Get ski conditions for Vermont.
  • Hiking or Snowshoeing on the Green Mountain Club's Trails
  • Cross-country Skiing at Trapp Family Lodge
  • Snowmobiling on the Vermont Association of Snow Travelers trails (permits required).
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  Fly Fishing Trips

Brookies Guide Service
802-456-1399
info@vermontbrookies.com
www.vermontbrookies.com
 Horse Back Riding

Vermont Icelandic Horse Farm
802-496-7141
www.icelandichorses.com

 Canoeing

Clearwater Sports
802-496-7141
www.clearwatersports.com/tours.htm

  Wagon & Sleigh Rides

Mountain Valley Farm
802-496-9255
Info@MountainValleyFarm.com
www.mountainvalleyfarm.com

Snowmobiling

Stowe Snowmobile Tours
802-253-6221
info@stowesnowmobiletours.com
www.stowesnowmobiletours.com

 Dog Sledding


October Siberians
802-482-3460
www.octobersiberians.com


Atii Sled Dogs
802-496-3795
www.atiisleddogs.com

  
Eden Mountain Dog Sleds
800-635-9070
www.dogsledridesvermont.com


Moose Meadow Lodge
Greg Trulson & Willie Docto, Innkeepers
607 Crossett Hill, Waterbury, Vermont 05676
Telephone: 802-244-5378
Fax:802-244-1713
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