Fort Ticonderoga

While our trip was to Vermont, we did make a slight detour at one point to New York.  There are various ferries that go across Lake Champlain between Vermont and New York, but the one we took was the Fort Ti Ferry, located at Larrabees Point in Shoreham, Vermont.  You can walk on here for only $1/person each way.  However, once you cross over, there really is no transportation for you.  Therefore, it's best to take your car across, which is $8 each way.  During the drive across, you get a nice view as well of Lake Champlain.

After crossing the lake, the main destination for most people is Fort Ticonderoga.  Here was the first victory during the Revolutionary War for America, so it holds quite a significance in our country's history.  Throughout the day, various tours are given and are included in your admission that discuss the history of the Fort.  There's even a ghost tour that is given once a day.  Be sure to check the schedule for the day before arriving if you want to be present for a specific tour.

In addition to the history of the Fort, it also offers absolutely beautiful views of Lake Champlain.  These alone are worth the admission price and the Ferry trip over.

Spirit Of Ethan Allen III Cruise

Leaving from port in Burlington, the Spirit of Ethan Allen III Cruise offers spectacular views of Lake Champlain and the land surrounding it.  Throughout the cruise, a recorded audio plays over the loudspeakers giving the passengers a history lesson of both Burlington and Lake Champlain.  However, the highlight comes from the gorgeous views that you'll see as you make a big circle around the lake.  The tour is only one hour in length, and features both indoor and outdoor seating to allow you to be comfortable for the varying seasons.

The general sight-seeing cruise will run you $12/person, but they do have other options available that include food.  This is a tour we'd recommend if you're in Burlington during the months they operate as you'll get a great view of Lake Champlain in a very relaxing setting.

ECHO Lake Aquarium

Located right on Lake Champlain in Burlington is the ECHO Lake Aquarium.  This aquarium is small on size, but for children it has plenty of entertainment value.  For each exhibit they make fun little games or activities for children to participate in.  For adults, you'll get to see various sea-life animals, but it definitely pales in comparison to some of the larger aquariums in the country.  We'd definitely recommend this place for anyone travelling with children, but if it's just adults, you'll probably find other stuff in the area you'll find more enjoyable.