About Montpelier, Vermont:
Chartered in 1781, and named after Montpellier, France (notice the difference in spelling), Montpelier is the capital city of Vermont and the seat of Washington County. It is the smallest state capital in the United States by population, round 8,000 residents as of the latest census (daytime population swells due to state government jobs). Montpelier is known for community events, theater, and easy access to outdoor recreation like hiking, biking, skiing, and maple sugaring.
You can tour The Vermont State House, the oldest active legislative chambers in the U.S. with original interiors, plus the golden dome and the statue of Ceres on top.
Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy Hubbard Park (trails, stone tower with views), North Branch Nature Center (28-acre preserve with trails), and Winooski River paths. Other attractions include Vermont History Museum, Lost Nation Theatre, Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks and maple creemees…world-famous ice cream and rich maple syrup come together in the maple creemee (yes, spelled just like that).
Montpelier, Vermont, is surrounded by several excellent ski resorts, including Bolton Valley, Sugarbush (One of the largest ski resorts in New England, Sugarbush has two mountains, 72 trails, and four terrain parks), and Mad River Glen, all within a short drive.
Montpelier offers a charming small-city vibe with strong community feel, historic charm, and proximity to Vermont’s natural beauty. It’s great for a day trip or relaxed visit focused on history, local food, and outdoors.
Catholic places of interest in Montpelier, Vermont:
St. Augustine’s Catholic Church
16 Barre St, Montpelier
+1 (802) 223-5285
Visit the official website of St. Augustine’s Catholic Church in Montpelier, Vermont.
St. Patrick Catholic Church
1000 VT-100B, Moretown
+1 (802) 244-7734
St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church
206 Vine St, Northfield
+1 (802) 485-8313
Open 24 hours
St Andrew Catholic Church
109 S Main St, Waterbury
+1 (802) 244-7734
Catholic Churches near Montpelier, Vermont:
Barre, Vermont
St. Monica’s Parish
79 Summer St, Barre
+1 (802) 479-3253
South Burlington, Vermont
St. John Vianney Catholic Church
160 Hinesburg Rd, South Burlington
(802) 864-4166
Traveling to Montpelier, Vermont:
Montpelier is 151 miles north of Boston, Mass. and 99 miles south of Montreal, Canada.
By train:
Amtrak’s Vermonter line stops at Montpelier Junction, which is outside the downtown core, so a short transfer is needed to reach the city center.
By Air:
The closest airport to Montpelier is Burlington International Airport (BTV), a medium-sized airport located approximately 32.1 miles (51.6 km) northwest of the city center. The driving distance is about 36.1 miles (58.1 km), which typically takes around 46 minutes by car.
A smaller airprt, Edward F. Knapp State Airport, located in Berlin, Vermont, is a general aviation airport, but currently has no commercial air service. Its IATA code is MPV,
Current Notes (as of late July 2026) A water main break on July 23, 2026 led to a boil-water notice for most of the city (some downtown areas exempt). Most of the notice has been lifted, but check locally for any remaining affected streets.