Waterbury, VT

Waterbury, VT, Vermont

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Town in central Vermont and the location of Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream, whose factory tours have become Vermont's most popular tourist attraction

General Information

Hours:
The town is accessible 24 hours a day, year-round
Individual attractions, shops, restaurants, and museums maintain their own operating hours
Fees:
No admission fee to visit the town of Waterbury
Individual attractions may charge admission
Pet Policy:
Pets are welcome in public outdoor areas when leashed. Many lodging properties, businesses, and outdoor recreation areas in Waterbury are pet friendly.
Seasons:
All year; summer and fall are popular for hiking, biking, breweries, and foliage, while winter offers easy access to nearby ski resorts.
Location:
Waterbury, VT 05676
Website:
discoverwaterbury.com

From Burlington (28 mi): Take I-89 S toward Montpelier, use Exit 10, and follow signs into downtown Waterbury at the intersection of Interstate 89 and Route 100.

Overview

Waterbury is a town in central Vermont and the location of Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream, whose factory tours have become Vermont's most popular tourist attraction. Other local businesses include: SunCommon, Hen of the Wood Restaurant, Cabot Creamery Annex, the Alchemist microbrewery, Cold Hollow Cider Mill, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters, and Lake Champlain Chocolates, as well as several well-reputed bars and restaurants. Businesses in the town, which sits between several major mountains including Mount Mansfield, typically thrive during the month of October, when tourism swells thanks to fall foliage.

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