There’s far from a shortage of quaint towns to visit when you’re in Vermont. If you’re not sure where to head, read on to learn why the six following small towns in the Green Mountain State have a special charm that makes them stand out in New England.

  1. Stowe

Google/aymond “Ray” Gagnon Make a point of stopping in Stowe when you’re in the northern part of Vermont. From a quaint downtown to plenty of ski resorts, there’s far from a shortage of things to do in this charming town of about 5000 residents. Stowe, VT 05672, USA

During your visit, head to the historic Trapp Family Lodge to explore the grounds, have a meal, or spend the night too.

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  1. Putney

Wikipedia/Putneypics Part of Putney’s distinct New England feel is the brook that runs through the downtown area. Putney, VT 05346, USA

In addition to bringing your camera to snap shots of buildings throughout the town that were influenced by Greek and Federal architecture styles, bring your appetite. This way, you’ll be ready to indulge in all the goodies sold at the local general store too.

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  1. Dorset

Wikipedia/Doug Kerr In addition to being a quaint town of about 2000 residents, Dorset is home to the country’s first marble quarry. Dorset, VT, USA

Part of Dorset’s charm includes visiting Prentiss Pond during the leaf-peeping season too.

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  1. Warren

Wikipedia/Srbergeron Aside from being a small community, the Warren Covered Bridge attributes to this town’s quintessential New England vibe. Warren, VT 05674, USA

One of the highlights of visiting Warren is stopping by the local general store. You’ll find everything from groceries, clothing, toys, and a deli counter that attract visitors from near and far in the Warren General Store.

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  1. Woodstock

Wikipedia/Jsbillin There are about 3,000 residents in the charming town of Woodstock, Vermont. One of the best ways to experience this New England town is to soak in its history by walking around the downtown area. Woodstock, VT, USA

Along with being one of the most scenic towns in the state, Woodstock is home to The Billings Farm & Museum.

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  1. Middlebury

Wikipedia/Alan Levine Middlebury is in western Vermont and about an hour south of Burlington. Like many small towns in Vermont, Middlebury has a handful of churches too. Middlebury, VT 05753, USA

In addition to having access to local hiking trails, make sure to explore Middlebury Falls.

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Make a point of stopping in Stowe when you’re in the northern part of Vermont. From a quaint downtown to plenty of ski resorts, there’s far from a shortage of things to do in this charming town of about 5000 residents.

Stowe, VT 05672, USA

Wikipedia/Royalbroil

Wikipedia/Putneypics

Part of Putney’s distinct New England feel is the brook that runs through the downtown area.

Putney, VT 05346, USA

Wikipedia/Beyond My Ken

Wikipedia/Doug Kerr

In addition to being a quaint town of about 2000 residents, Dorset is home to the country’s first marble quarry.

Dorset, VT, USA

Wikipedia/MarcBogonovich

Wikipedia/Srbergeron

Aside from being a small community, the Warren Covered Bridge attributes to this town’s quintessential New England vibe.

Warren, VT 05674, USA

Google/ Becca

Wikipedia/Jsbillin

There are about 3,000 residents in the charming town of Woodstock, Vermont. One of the best ways to experience this New England town is to soak in its history by walking around the downtown area.

Woodstock, VT, USA

Facebook/Billings Farm & Museum

Wikipedia/Alan Levine

Middlebury is in western Vermont and about an hour south of Burlington. Like many small towns in Vermont, Middlebury has a handful of churches too.

Middlebury, VT 05753, USA

Google/Chuck

After visiting these small towns that define Vermont, how about visiting more areas that make the Green Mountain State so special? To help you plan where to go next, take a look at this Vermont road trip.

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