The South’s Prettiest Towns 2018
By
Southern Living Editors
March 20, 2018
Credit:
Benjamin Callahan
There’s not just one thing that makes the South so beautiful. It’s the breathtaking mountain vistas, beaches that belong in a screensaver, fields of wildflowers that stretch to the horizon, iconic desert landscapes in Texas, and marshes that look like a movie set. Whether you’re a lake person or a beach person, prefer the mountains or wide-open plains, the South is full of small towns, filled with charm, nestled among such enchanting scenery. From tropical Key West, Florida, to mountainous Cashiers, North Carolina, our small towns are hidden gems, populated by friendly faces and plenty of reasons to stay longer than a quick pit stop. In Franklin, Tennessee, you can check out a few of its 70 shops (all within 16 blocks) while escaping the bustle of Nashville. In Madison, Georgia, you can witness the power of tireless historic preservation efforts and take in the glory of old Southern architecture—from Greek Revival to Victorian, this town showcases all the great architectural styles. The list doesn’t end there. Read on for more of the South’s prettiest small towns—chosen by you.
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1. Blowing Rock, North Carolina
2 of 26
2. Aiken, South Carolina
3 of 26
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3. Sanibel, Florida
4 of 26
4. Sewanee, Tennessee
5 of 26
5. Fairhope, Alabama
6 of 26
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6. Cashiers, North Carolina
7 of 26
7. Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina
8 of 26
8. Southport, North Carolina
9 of 26
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9. Beaufort, South Carolina
10 of 26
10. Madison, Georgia
11 of 26
11. Beech Mountain, North Carolina
12 of 26
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12. Williamsburg, Virginia
13 of 26
13. St. Michaels, Maryland
14 of 26
14. Jekyll Island, Georgia
15 of 26
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15. Middleburg, Virginia
16 of 26
16. Beaufort, North Carolina
17 of 26
17. Mentone, Alabama
18 of 26
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18. Eureka Springs, Arkansas
19 of 26
19. Islamorada, Florida
20 of 26
20. Hendersonville, North Carolina
21 of 26
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21. Key West, Florida
22 of 26
22. Franklin, Tennessee
23 of 26
23. Charlottesville, Virginia
24 of 26
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24. Brevard, North Carolina
25 of 26
25. Fernandina Beach, Florida
26 of 26
By
Southern Living Editors