Guidebook for Arlington
Sightseeing
About 3 miles north of Arlington is The Equinox Mountain Skyline Drive where you can motor to the summit and enjoy breathtaking views of Vermont and New York State. At the top of the mountain, there is a short easy trail to a view of Manchester. There is a gift shop at the base of the mountain.
24 locals recommend
Mount Equinox Skyline Drive
42 Skyline DrAbout 3 miles north of Arlington is The Equinox Mountain Skyline Drive where you can motor to the summit and enjoy breathtaking views of Vermont and New York State. At the top of the mountain, there is a short easy trail to a view of Manchester. There is a gift shop at the base of the mountain.
Famous Bennington monument. From May to October, you can take an elevator to the top and enjoy a great view.
Monument Circle
Monument CircleFamous Bennington monument. From May to October, you can take an elevator to the top and enjoy a great view.
Parks & Nature
Enjoy canoeing, fishing, tubing and bird watching. Stroll or bike along unpaved River Road which parallels the river for six secluded miles.
Battenkill River Fishing Access
2132 NY-313Enjoy canoeing, fishing, tubing and bird watching. Stroll or bike along unpaved River Road which parallels the river for six secluded miles.
A few miles south is lake Shaftsbury, a destination for swimming, hiking, picnic’s and a peaceful afternoons in the sun with a good book.
35 locals recommend
Lake Shaftsbury State Park
262 Lake Shaftsbury RdA few miles south is lake Shaftsbury, a destination for swimming, hiking, picnic’s and a peaceful afternoons in the sun with a good book.
Clear Brook Farm
A lovely produce and dairy market open from May to October.
This is one of the best country stores you’ll find anywhere. Groceries, deli, pastries, coffee, fishing and hunting licenses, and a whole lot more. Sit at the round table, enjoy your meal, and meet some of our local neighbors and other fellow travelers.
Open
Tue-Sat 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sun 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
26 locals recommend
Wayside Country Store
3307 VT-313This is one of the best country stores you’ll find anywhere. Groceries, deli, pastries, coffee, fishing and hunting licenses, and a whole lot more. Sit at the round table, enjoy your meal, and meet some of our local neighbors and other fellow travelers.
Open
Tue-Sat 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sun 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
At Clear Brook Farm, you will find fresh organic and local produce in a lovely setting. You can even purchase an artist-designed T-shirt and food gifts.
6 locals recommend
Shaftsbury
At Clear Brook Farm, you will find fresh organic and local produce in a lovely setting. You can even purchase an artist-designed T-shirt and food gifts.
At Dutton's Farm Stand you will enjoy locally-grown produce, sweets, and snacks.
228 locals recommend
Manchester
At Dutton's Farm Stand you will enjoy locally-grown produce, sweets, and snacks.
Entertainment & Activities
Skiing in the winter, hiking and Alpine Slide in the summer.
187 locals recommend
Bromley Mountain Ski Resort
124 VT-11Skiing in the winter, hiking and Alpine Slide in the summer.
Food Scene
Sushi Boat
4971 Main StLovely little restaurant with a great chef and friendly service.
Zoey's Double Hex Restaurant station
1568 Depot StreetGreat and varied menu and budget friendly.
Arts & Culture
Bennington Museum
75 Main StLovely art collection and temporary exhibits.
Wonderful art collection. Lovely building and hiking trails.
329 locals recommend
The Clark Art Institute
225 South StWonderful art collection. Lovely building and hiking trails.
Wonderful Art collection and temporary exhibits. Free admission.
78 locals recommend
Williams College Museum of Art
15 Lawrence Hall DrWonderful Art collection and temporary exhibits. Free admission.
Southern Vermont Arts Center Createplace
32 Center Hill RoadLovely setting. Good exhibits.
This is the historic mansion of Robert Lincoln, the only child of President and Mary Todd Lincoln to survive to adulthood. In addition to touring the house, you can enjoy lovely gardens, a goat farm and cheesemaking facility, and 12+ miles of walking trails.
158 locals recommend
Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home
1005 Hildene RdThis is the historic mansion of Robert Lincoln, the only child of President and Mary Todd Lincoln to survive to adulthood. In addition to touring the house, you can enjoy lovely gardens, a goat farm and cheesemaking facility, and 12+ miles of walking trails.
Shopping
High-quality, wooden cutting boards, entertaining and kitchen storage products. Made by hand.
Sugar Shack
29 Sugar Shack LnGift store and maple syrup vendor.
Lovely little chocolate and sweets shop. Wonderful little river across the street.
7 locals recommend
Village Peddler and Chocolatorium
261 Old Mill RdLovely little chocolate and sweets shop. Wonderful little river across the street.
In the town of Manchester-10 minutes north on Rte 7A-is the well-known independent bookstore known locally as “The Northshire”. Used and new books, gifts, clothing, children’s section, and author presentations. Not to be missed. Visit their cafe for snacks, breakfast, and lunch.
126 locals recommend
Northshire Bookstore
4869 Main StIn the town of Manchester-10 minutes north on Rte 7A-is the well-known independent bookstore known locally as “The Northshire”. Used and new books, gifts, clothing, children’s section, and author presentations. Not to be missed. Visit their cafe for snacks, breakfast, and lunch.
The Kitchen Store at JK Adams: In addition to Vermont-made great cutting and carving boards, they have a great selection of kitchen products.
34 locals recommend
Dorset
The Kitchen Store at JK Adams: In addition to Vermont-made great cutting and carving boards, they have a great selection of kitchen products.
An old-fashion feel, in this store you can find everything from food to clothing.
29 locals recommend
H N Williams Store
2732 VT-30An old-fashion feel, in this store you can find everything from food to clothing.