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Maybe you want to feel like you've just crossed aNorman Rockwell The painting. You may want to discover the elegant ancient days of the Victorian era. Or, you may just want to find this feeling of nostalgia for a simpler period. Across the country, there are countless small towns thatKeep their charm in the old way, from nautical villages to the main streets of Mayberry-Esque. We have consulted travel experts to find 10 of these places that are fun places to visit if you are looking for a dose of sentimentality. Read more to explore the best small towns in the United States that want to go back in time.

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Granville, Tennessee, is really like coming back in the 1960s. According to it is a southern thing, "everywhere,There are Mayberry touches, the fictitious city ofThe Andy Griffith show—Plywood Cutting characters like Andy, Barney and Otis; An Andy Griffith Museum; And a replica of the squad car used in the show. "There is also aI love the Lucy Museum, as the city has received a collection of memories related to the show.

Mary Katelyn Price, specialist in communications at theTENNESSEE Tourist Development Department, said that a special place not to be missed is the 1880sT.B. General store in Sutton, "Where you can browse historic artefacts, buy handmade items and enjoy a delicious country cuisine." You can also catch alive bluegrass show Every weekend.

The other Price recommendations include the Whistle Stop Saloon, which is "installed like an old ice cream and presents artifacts and models that tell the story of Monshine and whiskey in Tennessee", and theMuseum of Ancient cars.

There are three guest rooms in the heart of Granville, but you can also choose to stay atWildwood Resort and Marina, a retreat by the lake with accommodation options ranging from air trailers to tiny cabs to barges.

About 40 minutes south-east of Cleveland, the village of Chagrin Falls is an Americana par excellence with the additional torsion to have a cascade located in the middle of its city center. Around the falls are "beautiful buildings of bricks and sidewalks decorated with reverbers and baskets of colorful flowers", saidJocelyn Xamis Wolters, a curator and co-founder oftravel site Wolters World. She says that you will also find "a lot of well -preserved buildings from the 1800s", shops, restaurants, antiques and art galleries in this ancient city of Moulin.

Wolters underlines that the most popular place in the city center - which is also the Instagram shot you want to break - isSorrow Falls Popcorn Shop. "The brilliantly painted facade reflects its construction of 1875, but popcorn is a new thing, started in 1949," she said.

It is also a city where you will find nostalgiccommunity events Throughout the year, according to Cleveland.com. This includes an art festival, Shakespeare in the park, the sidewalk sale, the farmer market and a documentary film festival.

For a place where staying that rides the past and the present, consult theSorrow, a picturesque hotel in the city center which was recently renovated by the fashion designerChristian Siriano.

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The "Capitol of Bourbon du Monde" is also a 18th century temporal capsule. Bardstown is the second oldest city in Kentucky, and "about 200 buildings in the heart of the city are in the national register of historic places", explainseditor Kate Byrne, which also notes that many of these structures predate civil war.

But what really makes this city unique is its story of Bourbon and the still soaring culture and economy that surround it. Less than 16 miles from the city center, known as the Court Square, there are "11 unique distilleries, "According to Visit Bardstown. Most of these distilleries, large and small, offer visits where customers can learn more about the bourbon manufacturing process and local roots.

To have the real idea of ​​the city, Byrne recommends visiting the visit of BardstownAutoguidized walking visit, which includes 48 impressive sites on a short distance. She says that a place you don't want to miss isTalbott Tavern. It was built in 1779 as a diligence stop, and it is today a restaurant and a small inn. Visit Bardstown says it is theThe oldest bourbon bar in the world.

Another fun thing to do is visitMy old original state park in Kentucky, the farm that inspiredStephen Collins Foster Famous song, "My Old Kentucky Home, good night!" Visit the 200 year old mansion or watch an outdoor drama on Foster.

Located in Lake Huron, Mackinac Island of Michigan is a real old city. "In 1898, cars were prohibited and the same modes of transport remain today - bicycle, horse and foot," explainsLiz, Vice-president of sales and marketing at the premisesPoint Resort Mission.

At the beginning of the 20th century, the temperate island became a summer destination for the families of Chicago and Detroit. "Victorian style chalets, hotels and a small city center have been built and prospered," explains Ware. "Upon his arrival on the island by ferry, we can see these magnificent old perched chalets high on the east and west cliffs of the island centered by Fort Mackinac, built in 1715." You can also explore them closely on aCarriage visit drawn.

One of the assertions of Mackinac Island is glory is its historic fudge stores. "Center-city stores are10,000 pounds of fudge Each season day, "according to the Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau. Stop to taste the samples and see the manufacturing of Fudge in action.

You will also want to see the American Fur Company Store, a general store which is "Time of 1820s When Mackinac Island was the lively center of the North American furs trade, "said the historic parks of Mackinac's state.

And to come back further in time, visitColonial Michilimackinac, a village of trading of fort and recreated fur of the 18th century, composed of 16 buildings which bring you back to the time of the American revolution.

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Regarding the historic Rhode Island, Newport can draw all the attention, but nearby are several small towns which return to the old maritime days of the region. One of these places is Bristol, "the most patriotic city in America", according toFrancesca Dolan, director of communications atDiscover Newport.

Bristol houses the oldest in the countryJuly 4 parade, for which "the dedicated volunteers of the city spend a year preparing," explains Dolan. The festivities last three weeks and include public concerts, a carnival and a competition for Ms. Fourth of July. Residents decorate their houses in red, white and blue, and having a house on Hope Street, the parade route, "is also desirable to have one along the seafront," notes Dolan.

If you cannot travel in July, you will always get a lot of old charm in Bristol. Dolan suggests visitingCuggeshall farm, a farm of coastal tenants of the 18th century which is now a museum, and visiting the manor and the beautiful land atBlithewold museum and arboretum.

If you are a fan ofGilmore Girls, you know that one of the key elements of the fictitious framework of the small town of Stars Hollow is its place in the city anchored by a Gazebo. This is exactly the configuration of Hammondsport, New York, located at the southern end of Lake Keuka (one of the 11 Finger lakes).Stephanie Goodwin, director of accounts ofMCCUE PR And a native of Hammondsport, says that this "Gazebo of the music kiosk of the beginning of the century" even hosts live groups during the summer.AE0FCC31AE342FD3A1346EBB1F342FCB

The city square is surrounded by historical buildings from the beginning of the 19th and 20th century. "In fact, visitors can stay and eat at the recently renovated hotel and restaurant,The Park Inn, the oldest building in the square, [which] was originally built in 1828 and served as a tavern and hostel since 1861, "explains Goodwin. She also recommends having breakfast or ice cream atCroooked Lake Ice Cream Company. "You can always take a cheese of ice cream at the historic wooden bar."

Once you have finished walking in the city center and snap along the side streets looking at the Victorian era houses, don't miss what theFinger lakes are famous for-wine! "Hammondsport is the cradle of grape culture and vinification in the Finger lakes where Reverend William Bostwick planted the first vineyard in 1829", shares Goodwin. She notes thatPleasant Valley Wine Company was the first cellar caused by the country when it opened in 1863. "The cellar is still active and visitors can visit the cellar and its incredible historical buildings."

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This city in northern California is well known for theWalk Sky Walk and theSequoia Park Zoo. "But visitors are often surprised to learn that the whole old town and the riparian sector of the city of Eureka is in the national register of historic places, and more than 90% of our old city buildings are structures original ", noteLeslie Castellano, municipal councilor and executive director of the local non -profit organizationInk.

What is most visually striking about Eureka is the multitude of Victorian houses, many of which were built during the 19th century wood boom and built in original redwoods. Two sites not to be missed, the two examples of colorful architecture of queen anne style, are theCarson Mansion ("One of the most photographed buildings in the world", explains Castellano) and thePink lady. You might think that you are walking through life -size doll houses!

To see the rest of this charming city, there are visits on foot of history, art and architecture. In addition, you can "explore the maritime history of Humboldt bay on board the historic Madaket ferry, admire live music in one of the many historic bars of the city, or dance in the streets in a Friday evening event or monthly arts, "explains Castellano.

Whidbey island is located just north of Seattle in Puget Sound. AccordingTourism of the Whidbey and Camano Islands, it is "an island that brings back to a simpler America", with the main streets of the sea, the ferries, the historic farms and much more.

One of the most charming places here is Coupeville, which is the second oldest city in Washington. "Visit the city center of Cupville on Front Street and you will find 100 year old buildings", notesSuzanne Howell, the publisher ofExplore Whidbey Island. She also says that she does not miss the Wharf Cup which rests on Penn Cove, where you will appreciate "charming stores such as a ice cream store, a bookstore, a wine tasting room, gift shops and much more ".

For more of this old feeling, Howell suggests visiting one of the local farm stands where you can buy fresh products or choose yours during certain seasons, as well as the Couteville farmer market. There is even oneDrive-in cinema nearby.

In terms of place of stay, there are many historical options. Book a room atRose Bouss Lit and Breakfast, a Queen of the 19th century restored Anne Victorienne, or theAnchorage Inn, another B&B of Victorian style that overlooks the water.

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The legend tells when whenGeneral Sherman Burned the confederate cities during his march from the civil war to the sea, he came to Madison, in Georgia, and said that he was "too pretty to burn". It is the story thatJennifer Rosa, executive director ofCongress and visitors to the county of Madison Morganrecount. True or not, the charming city remains remarkably intact today, and Rosa says that it "illustrates the hospitality and the charm of the south of the small town".

Madison is another city punctuated by a central place in the city, which is "anchored by the Historic Town Hall and the Palais de Justice of the Comté de Morgan, a built -in building in Beaux Arts built in 1905", notes Rosa. This city center has many beautiful shops, but it is particularly popular for itsMore than 200 old dealers And the new interior decoration and decoration stores, according to the visitors' office.

But to really have the impression of being back in the 19th century, Rosa suggests theAutoguidized walking visit from the historic district of Madison. You will see 28 historic sites, including several Greek renewal residences which seem to be straight out of a bygone era.

The village of Saint-Peter has only a quarter of a mile, but what is lacking in size, it compensates in charm. According to an article in the discovery of the AP, "the community wasfounded in the mid -1800s As a corporate city in a narrow ravine along the shores of French Creek. The city housed workers in iron and career mines that were located in the woods near the colony. "Today, the aesthetics have not changed much, and the picturesque city center is bordered by stores and restaurants.

TheConference office and visitors to Chere de Chester Note that "the village of Saint-Pierre seems to resonate with artists and collectors". You will find blower galleries, woodworking and antiques along the rue Main, as well as the Arcade village, "a classic haven of vintage flipper of 25 cents".

For a sweet nostalgia, the visitors' office suggests the scoop Ice Cream Shop, an "old -fashioned jewel" overlooking the stream, andSaint Peter bakery , which makes his bread au sourdough using a 100 -year -old starter.

The inn of the village of St. Peter is a beautiful place to stay. Registered on the national register of historic places, it also overlooks French Creek and wants to go back in time.