Scenes from Summer in Burlington, Vermont

Summer in Burlington, Vermont, may be all too brief, but while it’s here, you can eat, play, and even shop in the great outdoors.

Scenes from Summer in Burlington, Vermont

A view along Church Street, Burlington’s famed pedestrian mall.

Credit: Monica Donovan/JAM Creative

As the home to the University of Vermont, Burlington is a bona fide college town, one that truly lives it up in summer. Yes, the season is all too brief, but while it’s here, you can eat, play, and even shop in the great outdoors.

There are sailboats, paddleboards, and bikes for hire — and also plenty of opportunities to just hang out and soak up the city’s vibe. From watching street performers on the pedestrian mall, to attending to one of Burlington’s many festivals, to cheering for the local minor league baseball team (the Vermont Lake Monsters), you’re bound to find a great way to spend a perfect summer day.

To learn more, check out the July/August travel feature “Burlington, Vermont | Could You Live Here?” In the meantime, here are some additional scenes of Burlington by photographer Monica Donovan.

Scenes from Summer in Burlington, Vermont

Scenes from Summer in Burlington, Vermont

A view along Church Street, Burlington’s famed pedestrian mall.

Credit: Monica Donovan/JAM Creative
A view along Church Street, Burlington’s famed pedestrian mall.
Credit: Monica Donovan/JAM Creative
Scenes from Summer in Burlington, Vermont

Two-wheeling is big in Burlington, which has a first-class bike path that runs alongside Lake Champlain.

Credit: Monica Donovan/JAM Creative
Two-wheeling is big in Burlington, which has a first-class bike path that runs alongside Lake Champlain.
Credit: Monica Donovan/JAM Creative
Scenes from Summer in Burlington, Vermont

The Burlington Farmers’ Market is one of the biggest and oldest in the state.

Credit: Monica Donovan/JAM Creative
The Burlington Farmers’ Market is one of the biggest and oldest in the state.
Credit: Monica Donovan/JAM Creative
Scenes from Summer in Burlington, Vermont

Seasonal bounty at the farmers’ market.

Credit: Monica Donovan/JAM Creative
Seasonal bounty at the farmers’ market.
Credit: Monica Donovan/JAM Creative
Scenes from Summer in Burlington, Vermont

The market draws nearly 100 vendors to downtown Burlington on summer Saturdays.

Credit: Monica Donovan/JAM Creative
The market draws nearly 100 vendors to downtown Burlington on summer Saturdays.
Credit: Monica Donovan/JAM Creative
Scenes from Summer in Burlington, Vermont

The largest lake in New England, Champlain provides both humans and their four-legged friends a great spot for a dip.

Credit: Monica Donovan/JAM Creative
The largest lake in New England, Champlain provides both humans and their four-legged friends a great spot for a dip.
Credit: Monica Donovan/JAM Creative
Scenes from Summer in Burlington, Vermont

A view of the Community Boathouse Marina, which offers visiting boaters a place to tie up within walking distance of downtown attractions.

Credit: Monica Donovan/JAM Creative
A view of the Community Boathouse Marina, which offers visiting boaters a place to tie up within walking distance of downtown attractions.
Credit: Monica Donovan/JAM Creative
Scenes from Summer in Burlington, Vermont

A typically relaxed lakeside scene.

Credit: Monica Donovan/JAM Creative
A typically relaxed lakeside scene.
Credit: Monica Donovan/JAM Creative
Scenes from Summer in Burlington, Vermont

Alfresco dining on Church Street.

Credit: Monica Donovan/JAM Creative
Alfresco dining on Church Street.
Credit: Monica Donovan/JAM Creative

Heather Marcus

Heather Marcus is the senior photo editor for Yankee. She works closely with the art director and contributing photographers to tell our stories about people and place in a compelling way. Living and growing up in New England, she continues to be inspired by the communities, the landscape, and the wonderful visual opportunities the region affords.

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