The 50 Most Beautiful Towns to Visit in Each US State
Whether you’re living in the States or just travelling through, here are 50 beautiful small towns – one in each state – which you really shouldn’t miss.
Alabama
Fairhope
Absolutely charming, Fairhope is labelled ‘the jewel of the Eastern Shore’ for a reason…
4. California
Easily explored by foot and home to the Carmel Bach Festival, Carmel is the ideal place to visit for a relaxing, cultured getaway. Find places to stay with our partner, Hotels.com
Idaho
Idaho Falls
This town is surrounded by beautiful forestland, but the most spectacular sight is the gushing waterfalls located on Snake River, which cuts through the area.
12. Indiana
A must-see for any food and art lover. Craft studios, galleries and farm-to-table dining establishments are dotted all around this town, known as the ‘Art Colony of the Midwest’.
Maine
Kennebunkport
See the most amazing views of the harbour from Dock Square and Cape Porpoise!
Maryland
Berlin
You can’t miss the town that was voted America’s ‘Coolest Small Town’ by Budget Travelin 2014. It was used as a set location for the 1999 film Runaway Bride, and is just as quaint in real life.
Massachusetts
Edgartown
The idyllic summer destination. Take a stroll along the rows of historic whaling captains’ houses, or just relax on the beautiful beaches.
Missouri
Florissant
Take a break from the big city and get a dose of fresh air. Florissant has 20 city parks, adding up to almost 400 acres of parkland.
Montana
Whitefish
A must-visit location, especially for those who love to ski, due to its location near the Glacier National Park.
Whitefish, MT, USA
North Carolina
New Bern
Aside from its rich cultural background as the second town to be founded by European immigrants, New Bern is also the birth place of Pepsi Cola…
New Bern, NC, USA
Ohio
Yellow Springs
Charming, arty and colourful, Yellow Springs is a paradise for creatives and free thinkers.
Yellow Springs, OH, USA
Oklahoma
Medicine Park
Visitors to Medicine Park quickly fall for the charms of the cobblestone streets, which are considered a phenomenon in the town.
South Carolina
Greenville
Located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, the area is forested and hilly – perfect for enjoying the beautiful landscapes.
Greenville, SC, USA
Tennessee
Knoxville
This campus town bustles with restaurants, galleries and festivals, amid the beautiful natural environment of the Great Valley of East Tennessee.
Utah
Springdale
The famous red rocks you’ll find here are a haven for adventure-seekers and scenery enthusiasts.
33. Virginia
West Virginia
Shepherdstown
History buffs cannot miss out on visiting what is likely the oldest town in the entire state, founded all the way back in 1762.
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