It’s no secret that the true heart and soul of Texas lies in our small towns. There’s a distinct charm to old-fashioned town squares, dance halls, general stores, and horses trotting down the street that makes you feel like all is right in the world. Here are 10 of the most beautiful small towns in Texas – you’re sure to love them as much as we do!
- Fredericksburg
Larry D. Moore/Wikimedia Downtown Fredericksburg is the definition of charm. Plus, it has so much unique German history that really sets it apart from other small towns that it’s a fascinating spot for history buffs and small town charm-lovers alike.
- Jefferson
Omar Barcena/Flickr Jefferson will take you back to a simpler time. This town square looks like a scene from an old movie, as does much of the rest of this little town.
- Waxahachie
TexasExplorer98/Flickr Waxahachie is a cute little town south of Dallas known for the Scarborough Faire and Munster Mansion replica. Plus, “Texas” is plastered front and center on a downtown building. That’s enough to warrant a visit from me.
- Hico
John Rogers/Flickr Looking for things to do in Texas? Hico has you covered, and as if it wasn’t charming enough already, Hico’s motto is “where everybody is somebody.” How cute is that? Oh, not to mention they have some of the best pie in Texas at the Koffee Kup Cafe, so make sure to check that out, too.
- Calvert
Carol Von Canon/Flickr Calvert is about as picturesque as it gets, with great shops and beautiful old homes to drive around and look at. This one feels like something out of a Texan dream.
- Gruene
Alan Sheffield/Flickr Put on your boogie shoes; this little German town is home to the oldest dance hall in Texas! Of all the places to visit in Texas that are teeming with history, this one is among the most intriguing.
- Nacogdoches
Daniel Maxwell/Flickr The oldest town in Texas happens to be one of the most beautiful small towns in Texas, too. The charm is cranked up to 11 here! Just don’t mispronounce the name, y’hear?
- Luckenbach
Gino/Flickr Any town with a population of 25 and a general store made out of logs has to make this list, but especially when that town is the famed Luckenbach.
- Alpine
Patrick Denker/Flickr Alpine is all the southern small town charm you could ever ask for with a gorgeous view of the West Texas mountains. Does it get any better than that? We submit that it does not.
Have you ever visited any of these towns? What do you think is the most picturesque small town in Texas? Let us know in the comments!
Larry D. Moore/Wikimedia
Downtown Fredericksburg is the definition of charm. Plus, it has so much unique German history that really sets it apart from other small towns that it’s a fascinating spot for history buffs and small town charm-lovers alike.
Omar Barcena/Flickr
Jefferson will take you back to a simpler time. This town square looks like a scene from an old movie, as does much of the rest of this little town.
TexasExplorer98/Flickr
Waxahachie is a cute little town south of Dallas known for the Scarborough Faire and Munster Mansion replica. Plus, “Texas” is plastered front and center on a downtown building. That’s enough to warrant a visit from me.
John Rogers/Flickr
Looking for things to do in Texas? Hico has you covered, and as if it wasn’t charming enough already, Hico’s motto is “where everybody is somebody.” How cute is that? Oh, not to mention they have some of the best pie in Texas at the Koffee Kup Cafe, so make sure to check that out, too.
Carol Von Canon/Flickr
Calvert is about as picturesque as it gets, with great shops and beautiful old homes to drive around and look at. This one feels like something out of a Texan dream.
Alan Sheffield/Flickr
Put on your boogie shoes; this little German town is home to the oldest dance hall in Texas! Of all the places to visit in Texas that are teeming with history, this one is among the most intriguing.
Daniel Maxwell/Flickr
The oldest town in Texas happens to be one of the most beautiful small towns in Texas, too. The charm is cranked up to 11 here! Just don’t mispronounce the name, y’hear?
Gino/Flickr
Any town with a population of 25 and a general store made out of logs has to make this list, but especially when that town is the famed Luckenbach.
Patrick Denker/Flickr
Alpine is all the southern small town charm you could ever ask for with a gorgeous view of the West Texas mountains. Does it get any better than that? We submit that it does not.
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Beautiful Small Towns in Texas July 06, 2021 Tori Jane What are the most charming small towns in Texas? It’s no secret that Texas is an enormous state. It takes anywhere from 14 to 16 hours to drive across the entire state, and as a result, there’s absolutely no shortage of small towns scattered throughout. Some towns, however, really do their best to turn up the charm, and we love it. Of course, “most charming” is subjective, but we think you’ll agree with us on these. Our favorite, adorable, charming-to-the-core small towns in Texas include Dripping Springs, which is as beautiful as it is quaint, and Amarillo – which is probably the biggest “small town” in the Lone Star State, but its charm is off the charts. Artists and antique aficionados will love it in Amarillo. There’s also Fredericksburg, which has an excellent winery scene, believe it or not. We also love Marfa, a small town in the middle of nowhere famous for… its UFO sightings. What are some interesting things to do in Texas? There are a ton of interesting things to do in Texas – so many that it’s literally impossible to count them all. However, we’ve got a few suggestions for interesting and quirky things to do in the Lone Star State. For those who are a little on the morbid side, there’s always the Museum of Funeral History in Houston. In Terlingua, you can spend the night in an Adobe dome (seriously!). Boerne is also particularly adorable, and it’s known for being ridiculously friendly, which is always a plus. There’s plenty of shopping to be done in Boerne! For more of our favorite interesting things to do and see in Texas that you might not have ever thought of doing before, take a look at this article. Where are the best places to visit in Texas? Oh, Texas, how do we love thee? Let us count the ways! This is a tough question for one big reason: there’s just so much you could do that it really just depends on your personal tastes. For the nature lovers out there, we suggest a visit to Big Bend National Park, which is known worldwide for its breathtaking beauty. The Guadalupe Mountain National Park is also a gem. For the city-slickers out there, we think you should check out the San Antonia Riverwalk, which is a great idea for an inexpensive and immersive date night. The Dallas Museum of Art is amazing, too, and while you’re in Dallas, make sure to check out Deep Ellum – the heart of the Texas art scene. As for history buffs, well, remember the Alamo!
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Beautiful Small Towns in Texas
July 06, 2021
Tori Jane
What are the most charming small towns in Texas? It’s no secret that Texas is an enormous state. It takes anywhere from 14 to 16 hours to drive across the entire state, and as a result, there’s absolutely no shortage of small towns scattered throughout. Some towns, however, really do their best to turn up the charm, and we love it. Of course, “most charming” is subjective, but we think you’ll agree with us on these. Our favorite, adorable, charming-to-the-core small towns in Texas include Dripping Springs, which is as beautiful as it is quaint, and Amarillo – which is probably the biggest “small town” in the Lone Star State, but its charm is off the charts. Artists and antique aficionados will love it in Amarillo. There’s also Fredericksburg, which has an excellent winery scene, believe it or not. We also love Marfa, a small town in the middle of nowhere famous for… its UFO sightings. What are some interesting things to do in Texas? There are a ton of interesting things to do in Texas – so many that it’s literally impossible to count them all. However, we’ve got a few suggestions for interesting and quirky things to do in the Lone Star State. For those who are a little on the morbid side, there’s always the Museum of Funeral History in Houston. In Terlingua, you can spend the night in an Adobe dome (seriously!). Boerne is also particularly adorable, and it’s known for being ridiculously friendly, which is always a plus. There’s plenty of shopping to be done in Boerne! For more of our favorite interesting things to do and see in Texas that you might not have ever thought of doing before, take a look at this article. Where are the best places to visit in Texas? Oh, Texas, how do we love thee? Let us count the ways! This is a tough question for one big reason: there’s just so much you could do that it really just depends on your personal tastes. For the nature lovers out there, we suggest a visit to Big Bend National Park, which is known worldwide for its breathtaking beauty. The Guadalupe Mountain National Park is also a gem. For the city-slickers out there, we think you should check out the San Antonia Riverwalk, which is a great idea for an inexpensive and immersive date night. The Dallas Museum of Art is amazing, too, and while you’re in Dallas, make sure to check out Deep Ellum – the heart of the Texas art scene. As for history buffs, well, remember the Alamo!
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
It’s no secret that Texas is an enormous state. It takes anywhere from 14 to 16 hours to drive across the entire state, and as a result, there’s absolutely no shortage of small towns scattered throughout. Some towns, however, really do their best to turn up the charm, and we love it. Of course, “most charming” is subjective, but we think you’ll agree with us on these. Our favorite, adorable, charming-to-the-core small towns in Texas include Dripping Springs, which is as beautiful as it is quaint, and Amarillo – which is probably the biggest “small town” in the Lone Star State, but its charm is off the charts. Artists and antique aficionados will love it in Amarillo. There’s also Fredericksburg, which has an excellent winery scene, believe it or not. We also love Marfa, a small town in the middle of nowhere famous for… its UFO sightings.
What are some interesting things to do in Texas?
There are a ton of interesting things to do in Texas – so many that it’s literally impossible to count them all. However, we’ve got a few suggestions for interesting and quirky things to do in the Lone Star State. For those who are a little on the morbid side, there’s always the Museum of Funeral History in Houston. In Terlingua, you can spend the night in an Adobe dome (seriously!). Boerne is also particularly adorable, and it’s known for being ridiculously friendly, which is always a plus. There’s plenty of shopping to be done in Boerne! For more of our favorite interesting things to do and see in Texas that you might not have ever thought of doing before, take a look at this article.
Where are the best places to visit in Texas?
Oh, Texas, how do we love thee? Let us count the ways! This is a tough question for one big reason: there’s just so much you could do that it really just depends on your personal tastes. For the nature lovers out there, we suggest a visit to Big Bend National Park, which is known worldwide for its breathtaking beauty. The Guadalupe Mountain National Park is also a gem. For the city-slickers out there, we think you should check out the San Antonia Riverwalk, which is a great idea for an inexpensive and immersive date night. The Dallas Museum of Art is amazing, too, and while you’re in Dallas, make sure to check out Deep Ellum – the heart of the Texas art scene. As for history buffs, well, remember the Alamo!
