Georgetown Texas

Welcome to Georgetown Texas

Georgetown, Texas has earned a nationwide name as being one of the best places to live because of their small town charm and top-notch university. The term the “Red Poppy Capital” was given to Georgetown, Texas because of the cities mass amounts of red poppy wildflowers. Georgetown’s Red Poppy Festival, held in April, attracts 30,000 visitors annually.

Winter visitors will be pleasantly surprised as the magic comes to life with the Lighting of the Square and Christmas Stroll.

Downtown Georgetown is lined with Victorian-era architecture. There are several charming boutiques and restaurants within these buildings.

Whether you enjoy golf, shopping, arts, entertainment, or culture, Georgetown has something for you. North San Gabriel River Trails offers walking, hiking, cycling, and birding. Swimming and boating can be done at Lake Georgetown. For nature enthusiasts, caverns are a huge hit. A popular Georgetown cavern is the Inner Space Cavern. Another great site to see is the incredible 200-year old oak trees at Georgetown’s parks.

Georgetown Texas

City Summary
Population: 47,400 (2010)
Elevation: 764 feet
Georgetown’s Red Poppy Festival attracts 30,000 visitors annually
Inner Space Cavern is a popular cavern to the area.
Incredible 200- year old oak trees line Georgetown’s parks.

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