Manchester and Dorset are both home to world class hiking, rich New England history, and beautiful town centers. Manchester has long been a shopping mecca and never disappoints. It offers a downtown Manchester Riverwalk, expansive Rec Center, rail trail, Southern Vermont Arts Center, Hildene and the Vermont Summer Festival horse show to name a few. Dorset offers expansive hiking and biking and its town green alone is worth a visit. Time almost stands still here.