8 days in Central Vermont Itinerary

On the 29th (Tue), discover the riches below the earth's surface at Rock of Ages Granite Quarry, stroll the grounds of Hope Cemetery, then don't miss a visit to Bragg Farm Sugar House & Gift Shop, and finally take in the views from Slaughterhouse Covered Bridge. Keep things going the next day: relax in the rural setting at Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks, then ponder the world of politics at Vermont State House, then look for gifts at Cabot Farmers' Store, and finally savor the flavors at Smugglers' Notch Distillery Tasting Room.

For where to stay, reviews, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Montpelier day trip planner.

Paris, France to Montpelier is an approximately 22.5-hour combination of flight and car. The time zone changes from Central European Standard Time to Eastern Standard Time, which is usually a -6 hour difference. Expect a daytime high around 28°C in August, and nighttime lows around 14°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 30th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Woodstock.

Get out of town with these interesting Woodstock side-trips: Ludlow (Buttermilk Falls & Camp Plymouth State Park) and Vermont Country Store (in Weston).

To see maps, more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Woodstock route builder.

Drive from Montpelier to Woodstock in 1.5 hours. In August, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sun) to allow enough time to travel back home.