TRAVEL GUIDE
MANCHESTER VT
Whether you're here for a quick trip or the whole weekend, here are some of our favorite spots to eat, sip, and wander.
Eat & Sip
Maple Reserve Café
Vermont maple creemees, coffee, mini cocktail/wine bar, snacks, and a relaxed vibe. A fun and unexpected combo!
The Falcon Bar (Equinox Hotel)
Our favorite place for a drink with a view. Cozy up by the firepit or enjoy cocktails and charcuterie on the patio with mountain views.
The Copper Grouse (Kimpton Taconic)
Located right at the Kimpton Taconic, this spot has great brunch, craft cocktails, and a cozy-meets-modern atmosphere.
Crooked Ram - Yard (out back)
A casual beer and wine bar with a grande backyard feel, great small plates, and string lights in the yard. It’s a whole vibe.
Avocado Pit
A fresh and casual café offering tacos, bowls, smoothies, and coffee. Perfect for a healthy bite or quick lunch before exploring town.
Explore & Experience
Equinox Pond & Trails
Take a walk through the woods to this serene little lake tucked up behind the Equinox Hotel. It’s a peaceful spot to reset and soak in Vermont’s beauty.
Manchester Hot Glass
Watch glassblowers in action or try it yourself with a hands-on experience! Fun, colorful, and a unique way to mark the weekend.
Fly Fishing with Orvis
Book a fly fishing lesson through the Orvis Flagship Store. Whether you're a total beginner or curious about trying something new, their instructors make it approachable and fun.
Shop & Browse
Spring & Harbor Boutique
Relaxed, comfy-chic clothing and lifestyle pieces in a breezy, coastal-meets-mountain style.
The Vermont Flannel Company
Authentic, ultra-soft flannels.
Northshire Bookstore
A must-stop indie bookstore with great gifts, and kids’ books..
Mother Myrick’s Confectionery
Known for their buttercrunch and handmade sweets. Best Lemon Bunt cake ever!
Orvis Flagship Store & Outlet
Explore outdoor gear, fly rods, and apparel, then step outside to cast a line with their Fly Fishing School. They offer intro classes, guided lessons, and even short casting clinics right on-site.
Nature’s Market
A local natural food store with healthy snacks, Vermont-made wellness products, and to-go drinks.
