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Old, brick buildings line a river with a bridge crossing visible in the summer.

Outdoor view of a downtown theater with patrons walking by on a sidewalk.

People-Powered Culture. Rich History.

BRATTLEBORO, Vermont

On the banks of the Connecticut and West rivers, the Round and Black mountains bring texture to Brattleboro’s skyline. The Connecticut River rushes through the town’s heart, lending a lively atmosphere to a historic downtown lined with storied architecture and brick buildings.

Top Attractions

Contemporary art on exhibit joins a literary history that includes the site where Rudyard Kipling wrote “The Jungle Book.” Outdoors, miles of free public trails, three covered bridges in the heart of downtown, and historic state parks round out the Brattleboro experience.

Brattleboro Words Trail

From petroglyphs to Rudyard Kipling, take in audio stories about Brattleboro’s literary history.

Retreat Farm

Explore 10 miles of free trails, visit farm animals, a storybook walk, and a forest playground.

Covered Bridges

Three historic covered bridges in the Brattleboro area date back to the 1800s, adding character to the landscape.

Brattleboro Museum

Explore 15-20 contemporary art exhibitions annually at this southern Vermont mainstay museum.

Fort Dummer State Park

A historic Revolutionary War fort and 217 acres for hiking, biking, and camping beckon.

Estey Organ Museum

The Estey Organ Museum recaptures a unique time in musical and manufacturing history.

Stone Church

This historic church now rocks with live music year-round, from folk to rambunctious metal.

Tour Downtown

When you are in Brattleboro, there is always something behind a closed door that you wouldn’t expect. Come see all of what Brattleboro has to offer.

View looking up at a large stone church in the summer.

View of a large, indoor hall with a stage in front and a crowd watching a performance.

Attraction Spotlight

Stone Church

In 2016, Brattleboro’s Stone Church reopened as a live music venue, bringing in both internationally touring musicians and helping launch local acts. Nearby Epsilon Spires, another converted church, holds space for art, film, and music, adding to Brattleboro’s people-powered local creative scene.

Stone Church

An outdoor celebration on a warm day with people in a paved parking lot, hoses spraying water, and vendors in the background.

View of a stage with a musical group performing.

Event Spotlight

Gallery Walk

First Friday of Every Month from May to December

Brattleboro’s signature Gallery Walk brings people together on the first Friday of every month to explore artwork for exhibition and sale. Enjoy local food trucks, listen to live music, and even work together to create art of your own.

Gallery Walk

Eat, Shop, and Stay in Brattleboro

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Shopping

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Transportation Options

For Brattleboro

Amtrak Station

10 Vernon Road
Brattleboro, VT 05301

Local Transportation

Enterprise Car Rental is about 2 miles from the station train.
The Brattleboro Transportation Center is a quick walk from the train station. Find bus schedules and more.
The southern Vermont Moover bus provides local service to Brattleboro and its surrounding area.
Taxi Service and/or Rideshare: Adventure Taxi, Yellow Cab of Brattleboro

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Discover More

Find local guides and trip planning resources from Brattleboro’s downtown organization.

Visit the Brattleboro Chamber of Commerce