5 days in Waterbury, Stowe & Manchester Itinerary

Start off your visit on the 15th (Sat): take in the spiritual surroundings of Round Church, take in the exciting artwork at Mad River Glass Gallery, and then stop by Ziemke Glass Blowing Studio.

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Boston to Waterbury is an approximately 3-hour car ride. You can also take a bus; or take a bus. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from Boston in October, with highs in Waterbury at 58°F and lows at 38°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Stowe.

Start off your visit on the 16th (Sun): steep yourself in history at Tea at the Governor's House, admire all the interesting features of The Long Trail, then brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Green Mountain Distillers, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Blessed Sacrament Church.

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Stowe is just a short distance from Waterbury. In October, daytime highs in Stowe are 60°F, while nighttime lows are 39°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Manchester.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like The Old First Church and Southern Vermont Arts Center. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home and New Catholic Cemetery.

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You can drive from Stowe to Manchester in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In October, daily temperatures in Manchester can reach 62°F, while at night they dip to 41°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight back home.