"Unzipping The Earth" by Chris Miller, billed as the largest zipper in North America. It's 74'…read morelong, situated in an alley next to the Studio Arts Building. Lion and I went to check it out recently on a clear day. I am a lover of the oddball and kitschy. This meets the bill. It's made of granite, stretches down a narrow alleyway. It was pretty cool, really looks like a zipper. Simple but effective. Definitely worth a stop when visiting Barre.

This is a sculpture--a cool piece of public art as nice as others in much larger…read morecities--confusingly sounding like a roadside attraction as it appears as "Largest Zipper in North America" if you're lucky enough to notice it by accident on Google maps. I found this on the map that way when passing through Barre, so we stopped to check it out. The surprise of seeing what it is when we got to it, and sharing the experience with other visitors to town was all well worth it. Plus, we parked the car and got to some local spots, and visited the very nice library. It was a good little visit to town. So, if you're in the vicinity of Barre, definitely don't miss this. I was thinking maybe not worth it to drive more than an hour out of your way... but then again, if it's worth it to you, why not?

This large granite memorial features three flagpoles and is carved with the symbols for the Air…read moreForce, Army, Navy, Coast Guard, Marines and Merchant Marines. On the main column, "Dedicated to the glory of almighty God in memory of Montpelier. Man and women who by their unselfish patriotism have advanced the American ideals of liberty and the universal brotherhood of all mankind." And across the bottom, "To those who sacrificed their lives in our country's wars." This is worth a stop if you're stopping in Montpelier. There is parking nearby at the high school.

Are you freaking kidding me? This place is adorable! My mom and I came here to watch "My Penguin…read moreFriend", an independent movie, and this was the only place nearby that had a showing. We walked in and were greeted by the friendliest people. They serve beer and I think wine, as well as other drinks like sparkling water and kombucha. They also have your classic movie snacks and popcorn, and seasonings to add to your popcorn. There are two theaters, and we were in the one downstairs. It's adorable, and feels like you're in a cozy, comfy basement watching a movie. It's all comfy couches and was so cute and cozy! This theater shows lots of independent films, and I was so happy to be able to support such a lovely hidden gem in Vermont!

The Savoy is a Vermont treasure. There are two screens: an old-fashioned theatre upstairs and a…read moresmall, cozy one downstairs (the squishy couches downstairs have been replaced by more comfortable ones). Several films are scheduled per week, with staggered show times. In addition to the modest admission price, the Savoy relies on memberships to stay afloat (an apt metaphor, since they have been ravaged by terrible Montpelier floods in recent years); local patrons are very loyal. If you hear about an indy film that you think will never get shown in Vermont, wait a couple of weeks, and it will come to the Savoy.

About three hours here as my "office" for this morning. The library is tidy, modern and quiet. I…read morefound a workspace, connected to their wifi and plugged in to charge up the laptops. Super easy. You do not need to be a resident of Montpelier in order to use the library, which is awesome. [Review 18517 overall - 115 in Vermont - 2039 of 2022.]

This library is great! The staff is always friendly and helpful, they have a great selection of…read morebooks and the book sales in the summer always have something interesting. I've been to a few events here too and they're always interesting.

I visited Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks in February 2026, and it was an absolutely wonderful Vermont…read moreexperience. I actually drove an hour out of my way just to get this maple creemee -- I had visited a few years ago and had been dreaming about it ever since. Thankfully, it did not disappoint. The maple creemee was incredible -- unbelievably delicious, rich, and perfectly creamy with an authentic maple flavor that completely lives up to the hype. Easily one of the best maple treats you'll find anywhere. The maple syrup tasting was both informative and fun. The staff did a fantastic job explaining the different syrup grades and flavor profiles, and it was fascinating to taste how much they vary. Everything felt fresh, high-quality, and clearly made with care. The grounds themselves are beautiful, especially in winter. With a deep blanket of snow covering the landscape, the farm felt peaceful, scenic, and exactly what you hope for when visiting Vermont in February. If you're anywhere near Montpelier or Barre, Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks is absolutely worth the stop -- for the experience, the views, and one unforgettable maple creemee.

Close to the Vermont State House and downtown Montpelier, Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks is a great…read morestop if you're looking to get some authentic maple syrup. I was a little bummed that there was no farm tour but they provide you an informational video and plenty of maple syrup to sample. What blew me away was how nice and generous Tim was. He took time out of his day to show us around and even gave my husband & I some sugar maple candy to sample as well as answered any of the questions that we had. Their maple soft service ice cream (maple creemee) was also really really good! It tasted so light and fresh! I highly recommend Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks - very good ice cream, maple syrup and awesome staff! There is also parking and bathroom on site.

Amtrak is a lifesaver. Yes one can travel in Vermont in style and comfort and it is not an…read moreautomobile!! This station has heavy use for those country travelers headed to New York or DC as the "Vermonter" train passes through twice daily. The route is from St. Albans (used to be Montreal ) to Washington DC, with all kinds of stops in between (NY, Philly). This depot only has a parking lot (safe) and you can leave your car with no worries or fees. A nice change from the car and high gas prices.

I booked a train trip from Waterbury to NYC over a month ago. I got a phone call today, 4 days…read morebefore the trip was to take place, that I would not be on a train but would instead be on a 7 hour bus ride. This is not why I paid for. In addition, the bus did not include the amenities that I had originally purchased access to: wifi and a cafe cart to be able to eat during the journey. With 4 days notice I am unable to book a flight in place of the train and will potentially have to cancel the trip all together. There was no alert of potential reroute via bus when I booked the tickets. Amtrak customer relations was extremely rude on the phone and ended up cancelling my trip without giving me any alternative solution to compensate for the inconvenience and false advertising.

This is a great small public library just a block outside of downtown Northfield. It's got a…read morecombination of places to hang out from the big library tables in the front, to a great kids' section, to some comfy chairs in the fireplace section. Magazine swap inside and sometimes fun little giveaways like free calendars or stickers. A classic building with modern services. I always stop by here when I come through Northfield.

Super nice staff, The best evening story time ever! Great place to go with your kids. Plus they…read morehave an awesome used book selection downstairs, very affordable!