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72 Hours in St. Albans

72 Hours in St. Albans

Discover the Vermont getaway you didn't know you needed. Vintage shopping, lake views, trail time, and a vibrant dining scene that punches above its weight, all in a walkable downtown where you can go from coffee to cocktails without ever needing your car. This is Vermont without the fuss, just the good stuff.

YOUR STOP-BY-STOP GUIDE:

1

Start strong with coffee and a pastry. Espresso, matcha, croissants, breakfast sandwiches, wraps, or cookies.

Catalyst Coffee Bar + Red House Sweets
Catalyst Coffee Bar + Red House Sweets

10 Lake St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

8:30 AM

2

Start your morning with quality coffee and delicious breakfast options.

The Traveled Cup
The Traveled Cup

94 N Main St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

8:30 AM

3

Local goods and curated gifts in downtown's Retro Row.

Rail City Market
Rail City Market

8 S Main St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

9:30 AM

4

Upcycled home finds and unique vintage treasures.

ReMarket
 ReMarket

46 N Main St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

9:30 AM

5

Rustic charm and handmade treasures.

As The Crow Flies
As The Crow Flies

79 N Main St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

9:30 AM

6

Vintage finds galore in the heart of Retro Row.

Thirsty Thrifter
Thirsty Thrifter

40 Kingman St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

9:30 AM

7

Bookstore magic with local authors and Vermont titles.

The Eloquent Page
The Eloquent Page

70 N Main St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

9:30 AM

8

Second hand and new clothing finds.

Fashion Scentz
Fashion Scentz

40 N Main St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

9:30 AM

9

Local artist cooperative showcasing regional talent.

Artist In Residence
Artist In Residence

10 S Main St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

9:30 AM

10

Gallery and custom framing services.

The Village Frame Shoppe
The Village Frame Shoppe

50 N Main St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

9:30 AM

11

Fresh and bold Asian fusion cuisine for lunch.

Kaiju Kitchen
Kaiju Kitchen

15 Center St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

12:00 PM

12

Warm and comforting soups and sandwiches.

Tatro's Soup & Sandwich
Tatro's Soup & Sandwich

14 Kingman St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

12:00 PM

13

Take a walk through the green heart of the city.

Taylor Park
Taylor Park

36 N Main St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

1:00 PM

14

Explore local stories from railroads to revolutions.

St. Albans Museum
St. Albans Museum

9 Church St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

1:00 PM

15

Elevated local fare for dinner.

The Drake Bar & Kitchen
The Drake Bar & Kitchen

30 S Main St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

6:00 PM

16

Cozy, classic Vermont dining experience.

Jeff's Maine Seafood
Jeff's Maine Seafood

65 N Main St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

6:00 PM

17

Live music and evening entertainment.

The Depot
The Depot

50 Kingman St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

8:00 PM

18

Craft beer and live music on weekends.

14th Star Brewing Company
14th Star Brewing Company

133 N Main St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

8:00 PM

19

Evening cocktails and occasional live music.

Twigg's An American Gastropub
Twigg's An American Gastropub

24 N Main St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

8:00 PM

20

Start your day with views of Lake Champlain. Stretch your legs, snap photos, or enjoy the breeze.

St. Albans Bay Park
St. Albans Bay Park

Lake St, St Albans Bay, VT 05481, USA

8:00 AM

21

Lakeside morning with stunning Lake Champlain views.

Kill Kare State Park
Kill Kare State Park

Kill Kare State Park, 2714 Hathaway Point Rd, St. Albans Town, VT 05478, USA

8:00 AM

22

Pick up a yummy treat and to-go coffee for your lakeside morning.

From Scratch
From Scratch

70 S Main St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

8:00 AM

23

Grab coffee and breakfast to enjoy at the lake.

Tim's Place
Tim's Place

51 S Main St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

8:00 AM

24

Local farmers and creators. Open May through October.

Northwest Farmers Market
Northwest Farmers Market

Taylor Park, 36 N Main St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

10:00 AM

25

Global flavors—authentic tacos for lunch.

Los Jefe's
Los Jefe's

36 S Main St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

12:00 PM

26

Mouthwatering burgers and American gastropub fare.

Twiggs
Twiggs

24 N Main St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

12:00 PM

27

Flavorful curry and Asian fusion options.

Kaiju Kitchen
Kaiju Kitchen

15 Center St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

12:00 PM

28

Delicious pizza just steps from downtown.

Mimmo's Pizzeria
Mimmo's Pizzeria

22 S Main St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

12:00 PM

29

Hike tree-lined trails in warmer months or enjoy skiing, sledding, and snowboarding in winter. Year-round swimming pool available.

Hard'ack Recreation Area
Hard'ack Recreation Area

264 Hardack Dr, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

2:00 PM

30

Relaxed dinner or casual cocktails.

Nelly's Pub & Grill
Nelly's Pub & Grill

51 Federal St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

6:00 PM

31

Casual evening spot with local flavor.

Nelly's Pub & Grill
Nelly's Pub & Grill

51 Federal St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

6:00 PM

32

Catch live music or pop-up events downtown if available.

Taylor Park
Taylor Park

36 N Main St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

8:00 PM

33

Sleep in, then treat yourself to late breakfast or brunch. Bonus points for a maple latte.

Local Café
Local Café

N Main St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

10:00 AM

34

Pop into any spots you missed. Look for public art and historic architecture.

Downtown Shopping District
Downtown Shopping District

N Main St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

11:30 AM

35

Check out the city's history—this bookstore is full of local information and books.

The Eloquent Page
The Eloquent Page

70 N Main St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

11:30 AM

36

Grab an ice cream cone before you go. Every great trip deserves a sweet ending.

From Scratch
From Scratch

70 S Main St, St Albans City, VT 05478, USA

2:00 PM

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