Small Towns

80 Best Small Lake Towns in the U.S.

Greenville is a town in Piscataquis County, Maine. Greenville, Maine, is located on Moosehead Lake, the state's largest lake

From ice fishing in the dead of winter to swimming in the heat of summer, these small lake towns offer year-round pleasure.

Readers’ Choice: Chapel Hill Is America’s Best College Town

Chapel Hill is the queen of college towns according to our readers. Locals tell us what makes it so great.

Ojai Valley Inn Is the Perfect Escape from LA

Two hours north of Los Angeles, Ojai Valley Inn has been welcoming the rich and wealthy for almost a century.

A Map of New York State's Best Lake Towns

From Lake George to Skaneateles, this map highlights the most visit-worthy lake towns in New York state.

10 Mojave Desert Towns That Scream Wild West

The driest place in the United States is surrounded by some pretty cool small towns.

Healdsburg Is California's Unexpected Outdoor Destination

Come to Healdsburg, California for the vineyards, but stay for the outdoor adventures.

Liveliest Small Towns for Partying in the U.S.

It’s often the smaller towns in the U.S. that throw the biggest parties.

Most Stunning Lake Towns Around the World

These towns serve as the gateway to the world’s most beautiful lakes.

America’s Most Expensive Small Towns Offer a Charming Escape

Check out why the most expensive small towns in the U.S. are actually worth the splurge.

Europe's 20 Best Beach Towns, Ranked

A European beach vacation without the crowds? We’re in.

13 Beautiful Small Towns That Celebs Call Home

Which small towns have become famous for their famous residents?

45 Most Charming Ski Towns in the U.S.

Some small towns embrace winter so well that we wanted to highlight them in a handy travel guide for future ski trips.

50 Best Small Towns in the U.S. to Take Fall Photos

Here are some of the best fall photos of colorful leaves taken in America's small towns. Photographers also share how to take that perfect pic of fall colors.

The Most Historic Small Towns in the U.S.

The U.S. is filled with fascinating small towns that each have their own unique story to tell.

America's 50 Best Small Towns in the Mountains

Here, we present the best small mountain towns with populations of about 10,000 or fewer that are filled with charm and scenic adventures you'll love.

America's Coolest Small Towns for Summer Vacation

The 25 best small towns in the U.S. also make the ultimate summer vacation spots, offering a combination of outdoor activities and fewer crowds.

The Best College Town in Every State

Besides being filled with youthful energy made anew by each year's class of students, the best college town in every state is often filled with restaurants, shops and cultural attractions worth a visit.

Best U.S. Towns With Fewer Than 10,000 Residents

America's small towns are packed with reasons to visit.

America's Coolest Small Towns by State

Each state across the country has a small town that's worth a visit. Can you guess exactly which ones?

Best European Towns With 15,000 Residents or Fewer

Fall in love with storybook settings sans the crowds in these small European towns.