This small Texas town is among HGTV’s top 40 most charming downtowns in the US

Bastrop has long been leaning on small town charm-now it is known for it.

HGTV recently chosen Bastrop on the “the most fascinating 40 small downtowns in the United States ve and made it the only one Texas.

While preparing the list, HGTV said he was looking for live towns that invite you and encourage you to stay and discover ”.

Where is Bastrop, Texas?

Located only 33 miles southeast of Austin and on the banks of the Colorado River, Bastrrop has a population of about 13,000. The town has grown significantly since then Social Media Platform moved X Center There in 2024.

HGTV emphasized the status of Bastrop as one of the 81 in his statement “Texas Main Street” cities Texas was recognized by the History Commission for revitalizing efforts in the historical city center.

“The most historical small town in Texas” was first founded in 1832 with only one courthouse, hotel, stock and general store. Tourism website of the town. It hosts hundreds of sites listed National Historical Places Registration.

“Today, this fascinating Texas Town, hundreds of sites, buildings, and buildings, are spreading history as proved to the record of national historical places, Hg he wrote. “Plan half a day or more to explore the historical city center and the developing art and music scene.”

The fascinating city center has been home to many restaurants, stores and activities, and for the last six years, Bastrop has hosted a four -day music festival that exhibits local skills. Although the Basttropic Music Festival will not be this year, there are other things to be seen in the region. Monthly Activity calendar Basttr State Park emphasizes local art shows and themed festivals, while camp, walking, swimming and presenting more throughout the year.

HGTV’s most fascinating 40 small downtowns in America

• Fernandina Beach, Florida

• Pacific Grove, California

• Greenville, South Carolina

• Charlottesville, Virginia

• Carmel-by-the-sea, California

• Harpers Ferry, West Virginia

• Portsmouth, New Hampshire