7 Best Areas & Places

Burlington is Vermont’s largest city by population and is located south of the Canada-United States border on the shores of Lake Champlain. The Queen City is home to grazing cows and dazzlingly white ski trails. Maple syrup is found in every corner store and 19th-century covered bridges dot the landscape.

But that is only one side of Burlington. Inside this energetic city, visitors can find award-winning brew pubs, trendy restaurants, and boutiques for one-of-a kind-shopping.

Seven major neighborhoods or areas make up Burlington. On the shores of Lake Champlain are the Waterfront and Downtown-Church Street districts. The New North End sits to the north of downtown and in the center of the city is the Old North End.

The Old East End combines the University of Vermont and expansive green reserves. While the South End immediately south of downtown is the revived creative arts district. Also in the South End are several breweries, brew pubs, and distilleries.

The historic Hill Section is bordered by the University of Vermont and the Burlington Country Club.

A couple of hours away, the Adirondack Mountains provide a majestic and scenic background that can be viewed from many Burlington hotels. 

TLDR

Best Areas to Stay in Burlington 

• Best area for first-timers/tourists – Downtown
• Best area for budget travelers – Old East End
• Best area for luxury travelers – Downtown
• Best area for safety – The Hill – University of Vermont
• Best area for families – New North End
• Best area for food – Church Street 
• Best area for nightlife – South End

Where to Stay in Burlington, Vermont

1. New North End

A contemporary area with a suburban feel, New North End sits just north of Downtown Burlington with shores on both Burlington Bay and Appletree Bay. The New North End is a popular, young area with an entrepreneurial spirit. Family-owned businesses provide essential services for Burlington residents and guests. 

The area is bordered to the north by the Winooski River. The Ethan Allen Museum is a fascinating landmark in the area. And there are numerous parks with shore access and urban green spaces in this part of the city. Leddy Park, Leddy Beach North Trail, and the Gordon H. Paquette Ice Arena are just a few of the activities in the area.

A bit further south is North Beach Park which sits directly on Lake Champlain. North Beach Park is an iconic spot for Burlingtoners and…