If you’re like me and like to mix it up from time to time, you probably like to seek out smaller towns rather than larger ones when going on trips. Spring break is well-known for family trips or just vacations in general. All the top cities are packed full of families and young people wanting to get away for a bit. Personally, I don’t like dealing with overcrowded cities, especially when I’m looking to take a break, therefore, I like to seek out smaller towns full of magic to visit instead. This offers a more relaxing and less busy getaway. Below is a list of a few small towns you might like for your next little vacay. Here is how to spend Spring break in a small town.
Spend your Spring Break in a small town
Lake Placid, NY – You may have heard of the movie with the same name, but I assure you that the town has no such horrors. It’s a beautiful little town tucked away just waiting for the nature lover.
Sonoma, CA – If you’re a wine lover like me, you’ll adore this small town in California. It’s a quaint town you might not quite expect of such a bustling state as Cali.
Mooresville, AL – The history of a town can be captivating and that’s definitely true of Mooresville, Alabama. The entire town, which contains around 60 residents, is registered in the National Registry for Historic Places.
Beaufort, SC – This is a waterside town with so much charm, you won’t know what to do with yourself. It gives a taste of the upscale so you don’t have to miss out on the feel of a larger city if you don’t want to.
Ashville, NC – If you like breweries, an art scene, and a lovely southern feel, this is the town for you. I don’t know about you, but that’s my favorite kind of setup for a town!
Lewes, DE – Experience a Dutch feel of this waterside town as you kick back and relax in the perfect laid-back atmosphere of this charming city.
Bozeman, MT – If you are partial to a Yellowstone feel without having to deal with all the visitors, you will love this nature-rich small town in Montana.
Jackson, WY – Don’t miss out on the opportunity to visit Yellowstone, get in a ski trip, and countless other activities, all in the wonderful small town of Jackson. Check out the mountains while you’re there too!
Homer, AK – Alaska isn’t so bitterly cold the entire year which is a misunderstanding that happens often and might drive people away from choosing it as a vacation spot. Homer is a gorgeous small town with all the charm Alaska can offer. It’s even home to a show from the Discovery Channel!
Sedona, AZ – If you’ve ever visited Arizona, you know all about the heat and desert you will find there. However, there are parts of Arizona that are gorgeous not only mountain wise but green lush wise! Sedona is the perfect small town for you to get to see the best sides of Arizona.
It was so hard to choose which small towns to list. Since there are so many that I adore, I had to narrow it down and give you only ten. Don’t stop at my list, though, do a quick search and you will find a plethora of small towns across the US (and the world) that you’re sure to fall in love with.
31 Comments
valmg @ Mom Knows It All
March 16, 2018 at 1:07 pmI have heard of most of these places but haven’t been to any of them. I’ve heard Lake Placid is beautiful for so many years, I’d really like to get there one day.
candy
March 16, 2018 at 1:34 pmSmall towns should never be over looked. I know because I live in the country and all the towns around us are small. They are rich in history and beautiful places to visit.
Jenni
March 16, 2018 at 1:38 pmI haven’t been to Beaufort since I was a kid. Asheville is an hour from us and I love it! We still haven’t made Spring Break plans.
Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh
March 16, 2018 at 2:41 pmI loved this! I live in a tourist town that is bombarded with spring breakers, and hate it! I love the idea of heading to a small town for the break.
Carol Cassara
March 16, 2018 at 2:42 pmI think small towns are the absolute best especially you want some peace and quiet. There are plenty to do there as well but my favorite would be trying out the local food and just walking around.
Ashley
March 16, 2018 at 5:21 pmI like small towns because they usually have unique places to eat and explore. I need to add these to my travel lists for the future.
Daria
March 16, 2018 at 6:29 pmAwesome list! I’ve never been to any of these but have heard of several on the list. I myself love the hustle and bustle, but could stand for some quiet time as well. Thanks for sharing…
Peter
March 16, 2018 at 7:15 pmI grew up in a small town. This post really hits home with how much small towns truly have to offer.
Alli Smith
March 16, 2018 at 7:18 pmI grew up in a small town, moved to the city for years and several years ago, back to another small town. I’ll be spending next week in my small hometown in GA. I’m so excited!
Amber Myers
March 16, 2018 at 7:50 pmI would love to go to any of these places! I prefer small towns with less people. I’m in San Antonio, and there’s too many dang people here.
Lisa
March 16, 2018 at 9:07 pmA lot of these destinations I’ve never heard of, but they all sound great! I too hate dealing with the overcrowding that comes with visiting the popular big cities for breaks.
chubskulitrose
March 16, 2018 at 10:51 pmI would prefer a small town over a big city. You can enjoy without having to deal with big crowd.
Olena
March 17, 2018 at 2:06 amI am not much for crowds so a small town would be great for me. I grew up in Portland, Oregon which seems to be bigger by the minute. A little escape to Sonoma, CA or Mooresville, AL would be a breath of fresh air!
Nancy at Whispered Inspirations
March 17, 2018 at 3:13 amWhat a great idea! There really isn’t anything like the feel of a small town. Thanks for this great list!
Sharice
March 17, 2018 at 3:36 amTwo other small towns to add to your list are Holland, Michigan as well as Lake Geneva, Wi. Lots of activities small town atmosphere and great nature. There is a tulip festival
In Holland where they have thousands of tulips around the city.
Heather
March 17, 2018 at 4:12 amI absolutely love small towns. I’ve always wanted to move to one similar to where The Gilmore Girls lived. The thought of being able to walk everywhere and everyone knowing each other sounds so awesome to me.
Our Family World
March 17, 2018 at 11:02 amI was born and raised in the city and still living in one. I am envious of people who have their roots in small towns. Some quiet little town they can come home to. Me and my husband are definitely moving out to the suburbs once we get into that empty nest phase.
Monique Tillman
March 17, 2018 at 2:41 pmI love small towns. Some times they are the best vacations to take.
Reesa Lewandowski
March 17, 2018 at 4:18 pmI love your ideas! I love small towns. They’re so quaint and everyone is so friendly. They have some of the best food places to enjoy too!
Tomi C
March 17, 2018 at 4:48 pmVisiting a small town is a great way to spend a vacation away from the hustle and bustle of the everyday routine. We like to do something different and visit different places on our travels. Enjoy your Spring Break with the kids Kita.
Debra Hawkins
March 17, 2018 at 9:40 pmI love visiting small towns! I grew up in one and it was the best! I want my kids to know that feeling!
Sara Welch
March 17, 2018 at 11:25 pmThe idea of a quiet spring break is very nice. I would love to check out a town around me I have yet to visit.
Kim
March 18, 2018 at 2:04 pmThese are great suggestions. We aren’t going anywhere for spring break this time around, but I have plenty of activities planned. I have family in Beaufort.
Carissa
March 19, 2018 at 1:04 amThese are awesome suggestions, I have heard of a lot of these but never been on a visit. I may have to check them out soon! Especially Lake Placid, NY…between the movie and the pictures when I clicked on the link this one is high on my list!
Ricci
March 19, 2018 at 7:47 amI’m from a small town and there is just something about visiting small towns that remind me of home. I would love to hit up a few of these!!
Nanekia Ansari
March 19, 2018 at 2:19 pmThank you for the list! I see an adventure in our near future.
Mimi Green
March 20, 2018 at 1:10 amThere is something about a small town that I really enjoy. Typically they have incredible food, I like the hole in the wall type of establishments.
EG III
March 21, 2018 at 12:36 amI absolutely LOVE the charm that small towns have to offer. I’ve decided this year to spend my spring break in Myrtle Beach…not quite sure it qualifies as a small town, but it definitely isn’t as daunting as a big city.
Kiwi
March 21, 2018 at 5:25 amI want to go to Sedona personally. I heard it was such a spiritual place and it is calling me and this post confirmed the call I need to answer soon!
Kasi
March 21, 2018 at 11:44 amThese all sound like some great options if you want to have a nice, low-key spring break or vacay. Sedona intrigues me the most.
Toiia L. Rukuni
March 21, 2018 at 12:50 pmThis is an amazing list of small towns! Frankenmuth, Michigan is another small town that is awesome to visit, it is known for being the Christmas place with so much to do over the holidays!