Located about 30 miles from
Austin in Williamson County, Georgetown features a wealth of history and golf courses. From the Inner Space Cavern to Lake Georgetown and Cedar Breaks Park, Georgetown offers plenty of outdoor adventures too.
Downtown Georgetown is absolutely gorgeous, and holds some of the finest Victorian architecture in the state of Texas. Locals and guests alike enjoy strolling down the beautiful streets while admiring the restored historic buildings and reading the landmark descriptions that describe Georgetown’s rich history.
There are several family fun attractions available in downtown Georgetown. The Williamson Museum promotes the unique culture and heritage of Williamson County. The museum hosts several events including exhibits, educational programming, tours and other monthly hands-on events. You can also visit the Blue Hole, a scenic lagoon located on the South San Gabriel River. The park is lined with limestone bluffs and is a perfect spot to cool down in over the summer.
Locals also enjoy visiting the Georgetown Art Center, where they can immerse themselves in various arts. The center hosts the beautiful works of nationally renowned artists each month and features the arts and crafts of local artists as well. If you have kids, they are sure to enjoy the award-winning family owned store, All Things Kids. They offer an exceptional selection of battery free toys, as well as the top 100 children’s books of all time. They also offer 42 flavors of Beth Marie’s Ice Cream and over 400 different types of candy.
Popular places to eat include Wildfire, Monument Cafe, Fish City Grill, Dos-Salsas, 600 Degrees Pizzeria & Drafthouse, Jack Allen’s Kitchen, Rudy’s Country Store & Bar-B-Q, Salt Traders Coastal Cooking, HopDoddy and Chuy’s.
The city of Georgetown is served by the Georgetown Independent School District and Georgetown High School.
