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City in Vermont, United States
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Rutland is a city of about 17,000 people in Southern Vermont. It is the third largest city in the state. It is a good starting point for exploring the Green Mountains, and is very close to several major ski areas. The town has over one hundred houses on the National Register of Historic Places. This article also covers the nearby village of Chittenden.
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A nice waterfall just west of town on Otter Creek. It is crossed by a gargantuan railroad bridge and littered with huge slabs of authentic Vermont marble. It is accessible from Old Falls Rd, opposite the junction between Rt 3 and Business Rt 4.
Held at the racetrack on South Main Street every September.
Art gallery with changing exhibits and art classes and workshops
Museum with the history of maple syrup
Historic performance theater with many events and touring shows visiting every year
Park with large well-maintained trail system for mountain biking and hiking
Indoor climbing gym suitable for both beginner and advanced climbers. Guided outdoor rock and ice climbing trips are available as well.
Large themed corn maze open late summer through late fall.
Was Little Harry's
An unexpected gem; a warm and friendly restaurant with an imaginative menu.
Vermont-themed restaurant built around a working sugarhouse. Also has a gift shop with many Vermont products for sale.
A great little lunch spot with a huge menu
A summer favorite of locals, features typical snack bar fare made to order. Indoor and outdoor seating. Open April through September
Classic deli options
Localvore-focused cuisine in a nice atmosphere. Seating is limited.
Brewpub with a large selection of unique drinks and wood-fired pizza.
28 regional brews on tap and wood-fired pizza
Comfortable, moderately priced accommodations, pet friendly lodging options, complimentary breakfast, discount vacation packages.
Market for local produce and goods every Saturday morning. Held indoors during the winter months
By bus
There is a Greyhound bus terminal at 102 West St, downtown.
By train
By plane
Downtown Rutland is easily walkable, but to go anywhere else you'll either need a car or take public transit. There is a local bus service called The Bus. The Bus also runs to Killington for $2.
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