While you are in the area, take the time to visit some local attractions, restaurants, and specialty stores. For a more complete listing of the many sites and attractions in the Upper Valley, please visit the Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce

Here are some of our favorite places in the Upper Valley.

Sites and Recreation

New England Culinary Institute: Located in Montpelier or Burlington. Self-directed or guided tours available. 802-223-6324.

Fairbanks Museum and Planetarium: Family-oriented natural history museum and platetarium located in St. Johnsbury. 802-748-2372.

Rock of Ages: Self-guided and narrated tours of historic granite quarry located in Barre, VT. 802-476-3119.

Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream Factory Tour: Educational 30-minute guided tour of factory. Located in Waterbury, VT. 866-BJ-TOURS.

UVM Morgan Horse Farm: Morgan horse breeding farm and national historic site. In Weybridge, VT. 802-388-2011.

Vermont Raptor Center: At the Vermont Institute of Natural Science. Outdoor exhibit, hiking trails, visitor center, frequent programs, and nature shop. In Woodstock, VT. 802-457-2779

Quechee Gorge: Vermont's "Little Grand Canyon." Vistas above the Ottauquechee River; hiking and walking trails. In Quechee, VT.

Hood Museum of Art: This is the largest museum of arts and culture in the Upper Valley. The admission is free. At Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH 603-646-2808.

Hopkins Center: Performing arts and film center at Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH. 603-646-2422.

Baker/Berry Library: Historic building at Dartmouth College Hanover, NH. Open to the public to visit and use the materials. In Hanover, NH. 603-646-2560.

Montshire Musuem of Science: Familiy-oriented natural history and environmental science exhibits and programs. Nature trails for walks and discovery. In Norwich, VT. 802-649-2200.

Billings Farm and Museum: A working farm dating from the 1890s that has been transformed into a museum of farm life with interactive exhibits. In Woodstock, VT. 802-457-2355.

Appalachian Trail: Passes through the Upper Valley. Maps of trails and natural areas are available at the Hanover Improvement Society, Hanover, NH. 603-643-2408.

Dartmouth Skiway: 900-ft. vertical drop with 30 trails for alpine skiing and snowboarding. Lessons and rentals. In Lyme, NH. 603-795-2143.

Dartmouth Cross Country Ski Center: Nordic ski and ice skating center with 35-km of trails. Equipment rentals. In Hanover, NH. 603-646-6534. Other Nordic ski centers include Wilderness Trails Ski School in Quechee, VT and Woodstock Touring Center in Woodstock, VT.

Lodging, Food, and Shopping

Whipple-Tree Bed & Breakfast: Country inn on 500-acres with mountain views and hiking trails. In Wells River, VT. 802-429-2076.

Silver Maple Lodge & Cottages: Historic B&B Country Inn. 200-year-old farmhouse with knotty pine cottages. In Fairlee, VT. 800-666-1946.

Beaver Meadow Bed & Breakfast: 1880 farmhouse with cottage. Biking, hiking, canoeing nearby. In Norwich, VT. 802-649-1053.

Lake Morey Resort: 4-season family resort located on a lake with a golf course. In Fairlee, VT. 800-423-1211.

Farm-Way: Purveyor of outdoor apparel, footwear, snowshoes, bird seed, and an array of interesting backcountry items. Rte 25 in Bradford, VT. 802-222-9316.

The Perfect Pear Cafe: Serving lunch and dinner in restored mill building overlooking a golf course and running river. Reservations suggested for dinner. In Bradford, VT. 802-222-5912.

Norwich Inn: 200-year old country inn, alehouse, and restaurant in quaint Vermont village. In Norwich, VT. 802-649-1143.

League of New Hampshire Craftsmen: Gallery featuring the works of Upper Valley artists and craftsmen. Special exhibits and classes. In Hanover, NH. 603-643-5050.