Small Towns U.S.A.

Discover charming destinations across the U.S. with expert travel recommendations for 100 small-town getaways, from Salida, Colorado, to Solvang, California, and from Hudson, New York, to Ocean Springs, Mississippi.
Explore the most charming side of America in this one-of-a-kind collection of beautiful small towns across all 50 states. From coast to coast, you’ll explore the best places to dine, coziest bed and breakfast lodgings, and the must-see sights of 100 beloved towns, complemented by stunning National Geographic imagery.
Fnd the best there is to do in these familiar destinations and hidden gems, including:
- Paducah, Kentucky, home to one of the most beautiful Main Streets in the U.S. - Broken Bow, Oklahama, an outdoor-adventure haven for boating, fishing, hiking, and more- Egg Harbor, Wisconsin, a must-sip spot on the Official Wisconsin Wine Trail, with renowned art galleries and sailing on Green Bay, too- Healdsburg, California, in Sonoma Wine Country, where you can split your time between winery-hopping, kayaking the Russian River, and exploring Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve- Cody, Wyoming, the "Rodeo Capital of the World" and stopping point for Annie's Soda Saloon & Cafe- Berlin, Maryland, where you'll find 47 buildings on the National Historic Register, unique boutique shops, and fun festivals
Along with everything you need to know about where to go, what to do, and when to visit, you’ll also discover beloved history about each destination and itineraries that guide you from one town to another.
All that’s left to do is go!

After seven years living in Los Angeles surrounded by concrete and busy roads, Brenna Darling and her husband left life in the big city to move to a charming small town in Colorado where she found life could be much fuller surrounded by open spaces, outdoor adventure, and a greater sense of community. Now, she brings her skills as a DIY expert to fans as a host on the show Weekend Refresh by Tastemade, Inc, and through her dedicated audience on her blog DIY Darling. She has partnered with brands including Amazon, Behr, The Home Depot, and Pixar and is a contributor to a DIY being published by Clarkson Potter in 2023. Her mantra is to design your dream life on a dime and she loves inspiring others to be fearless in their own dreams. You can follow her on her blog diydarlingblog.com or on Instagram @diydarling.