Burlington Golf Trip Planning Guide
Burlington is the craft beer capital of the East Coast with a walkable waterfront downtown, quality golf, and Lake Champlain water sports. Play courses with Adirondack and Green Mountain views, then hit the Church Street pedestrian mall for one of the best bar crawls in New England. The brewery scene alone is worth the trip.
Quick Facts
Summer, Fall
BTV (10 min drive)
$35–$149
$400/night
3 of 4
~$340/person
Sample 3-Day Itinerary
Here's a realistic 3-day itinerary for a group golf trip to Burlington. Every venue below is real and pulled from our curated database — no filler.
Day 1
Vermont National Country Club — parkland, $89–$149 · 4.6★
Jack Nicklaus design with Lake Champlain and Adirondack views — the best public course in Vermont
Hen of the Wood Burlington — farm to-table, $$$$
Burlington outpost of the legendary Stowe restaurant — mushroom dishes, local sourcing, and a stunning cocktail program
Foam Brewers — brewpub
Waterfront brewery with some of the best hazy IPAs in the country and Lake Champlain views
Day 2
Links at Lang Farm — links, $39–$65 · 4.4★
Links-style course on former farmland in Essex — open layout with solid conditioning and great value
Burlington Brewery Trail — half day, $20–$50/pp
Foam, Zero Gravity, Burlington Beer Co., Switchback, and more — one of the best brewery walks in America
Farmhouse Tap & Grill — casual, $$
Church Street burger spot with local beef, craft beers, and a big patio — perfect post-golf meal
Zero Gravity Craft Brewery — brewpub
Pine Street brewery with a huge tap list and an industrial-chic taproom
Day 3
Kwiniaska Golf Club — parkland, $45–$75 · 4.4★
Shelburne course with Lake Champlain views — well-maintained semi-private club with public tee times
Lake Champlain Boat Cruise — 2-3 hours, $25–$50/pp
Sunset cruise on Lake Champlain with views of the Adirondacks and Green Mountains
Leunig's Bistro — upscale, $$$
French bistro on Church Street with outdoor seating — mussels, steak frites, and people watching
Nectar's — dive · Open late
Where Phish got their start — legendary Burlington music venue and bar with gravy fries
Course-by-Course Guide
Burlington has 4 courses worth playing. 3 are walkable if you want to save on cart fees.
Where to Stay
Burlington has 2 group-friendly lodging options in our database, starting at $400/night for the whole house. Several options include hot tubs — a non-negotiable for most groups.
$500–$1800 /night
South Burlington / Shelburne waterfront
$400–$1200 /night
Downtown Burlington / Hill Section
Group Dining Guide
6 restaurants vetted for group golf trips. Several can handle large parties without a reservation headache.
Hen of the Wood Burlington
$$$$Burlington outpost of the legendary Stowe restaurant — mushroom dishes, local sourcing, and a stunning cocktail program
Farmhouse Tap & Grill
$$Church Street burger spot with local beef, craft beers, and a big patio — perfect post-golf meal
Leunig's Bistro
$$$French bistro on Church Street with outdoor seating — mussels, steak frites, and people watching
American Flatbread
$$Wood-fired flatbreads with local ingredients and Zero Gravity craft beer brewed on-site
Misery Loves Co.
$$Winooski creative diner with a cult following — small but mighty with inventive dishes
Guild Tavern
$$$$Farm-to-table wood-fired grill featuring local beef over Vermont hardwood with a private dining room for groups
Nightlife
4 bars curated for groups. 2 stay open past midnight.
Foam Brewers
Waterfront brewery with some of the best hazy IPAs in the country and Lake Champlain views
Zero Gravity Craft Brewery
Pine Street brewery with a huge tap list and an industrial-chic taproom
Nectar's
Late nightWhere Phish got their start — legendary Burlington music venue and bar with gravy fries
Radio Bean
Late nightBohemian coffeehouse-bar hybrid with live music every night and a loyal locals scene
Activities Beyond Golf
5 off-course activities for rest days or afternoons.
Burlington Brewery Trail
Foam, Zero Gravity, Burlington Beer Co., Switchback, and more — one of the best brewery walks in America
Lake Champlain Boat Cruise
Sunset cruise on Lake Champlain with views of the Adirondacks and Green Mountains
Shelburne Farms Tour
Historic 1,400-acre working farm with cheese tastings, walking trails, and lake views
Church Street Pedestrian Mall
4-block pedestrian mall with shops, restaurants, street performers, and bar-hopping — the heart of Burlington
Lake Champlain Kayaking
Paddle the Burlington waterfront with mountain views in every direction
Getting There
Fly into Burlington International Airport (BTV) — it's a 10-minute drive to Burlington. For groups of 8+, consider booking a shuttle or party bus from the airport (local providers include Green Mountain Limo and VT Brewery Bus). Renting two SUVs usually works for groups of 4-8.