The county seat of Bastrop County, the city is referred to as the "Most Historic Small Town in Texas” as it has numerous entries in the National Register of Historic Places. The town was once a contender for state capital but was beaten out of the running by Austin because of its cheaper land prices. Nestled on the banks of the Colorado River, the Bastrop historic district has made a concerted effort to save the old buildings that were built before 1900. After touring Main Street Historic District’s delightful selection of shops and restaurants, you can see the nearby neighborhood with more than 100 historic homesSince its establishment in 1952, the Museum and Visitor Center of Bastrop County Historical Society has worked diligently to collect and preserve materials and documents relating to the history of Bastrop and Bastrop County. Exhibits include artifacts span more than 200 years from when Native Americans foraged widely through the area to the latter part of the 20th Century.
If you’re looking for activities with a Bastrop backdrop, Fisherman's Park has plenty of options for families with children, whether it is admiring the view of the Colorado River or floating on it. There is a small water park are what you see as you enter the park and many winding pathways. A huge wildfire threatened to destroy Bastrop State Park but you can see green tree growing out through many black tree stalks filling the woods when you hike through the park. Golf enthusiasts have a choice of Bastrop ranges from ColoVista Golf Club to Pine Forest Golf Club to Lost Pines Golf Course. While you’re enjoying this city’s unique blending of old and new, you’ll have accommodations ready to fill all of your travel needs when you stay at one of our Choice Hotels in Bastrop, TX. Book a room online now!