{"id":155679,"date":"2026-02-08T03:52:17","date_gmt":"2026-02-08T03:52:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/155679\/"},"modified":"2026-02-08T03:52:17","modified_gmt":"2026-02-08T03:52:17","slug":"three-texas-towns-rank-among-americas-best-valentines-getaways","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/155679\/","title":{"rendered":"Three Texas towns rank among America’s best Valentine’s getaways"},"content":{"rendered":"

Love is in the Texas air,<\/a> whether it’s a night out with a partner, a trip with friends or even a solo escape. For couples looking to celebrate Valentine’s Day<\/a> differently, a quick getaway to one of Texas’ smaller towns is becoming an increasingly popular choice.<\/p>\n

A new survey from travel company Exoticca<\/a> asked 3,012 couples nationwide where they would most like to spend a romantic Valentine’s escape<\/a> and the results show that smaller Texas towns are climbing the ranks.<\/p>\n

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The Parada Marfa art installation in Marfa, Texas. (Icon Global)<\/p>\n

In the survey, Alpine ranked No. 26 nationally, Marfa came in at No. 51 and Wimberley earned the No. 111 spot, putting these Texas towns among the country’s most sought-after cozy Valentine’s destinations.<\/p>\n

Alpine sits in West Texas near Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park, offering couples a mix of outdoor adventure and small-town charm. The “Hub of the Big Bend” blends ranching history with a vibrant arts scene, including murals, galleries and live music, alongside quirky attractions like Kokernot Field and historic saddle shops. Its high-elevation setting and dark skies make stargazing unforgettable.<\/p>\n

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Drone shot of Alpine, Texas, a small city in the Big Bend region of West Texas on a clear day in early spring. (Getty Images\/ halbergman)<\/p>\n

Marfa is a desert oasis<\/a> where stark landscapes meet world-class art and small-town character. Couples can explore minimalist installations at the Chinati Foundation, which was established by artist Donald Judd, visit the surreal Prada Marfa or shop at locally-owned boutiques. With access to Big Bend vistas and the largest international dark sky preserve, Marfa combines art, history and desert scenery for a memorable escape.<\/p>\n

Wimberley, in the Texas Hill Country between Austin and San Antonio<\/a>, is known for natural attractions like Blue Hole Regional Park and Jacob’s Well, as well as Wimberley Square with boutique shopping, dining and a lively arts community. Scenic trails, waterways and vistas make it an ideal spot to relax, while its small-town charm and proximity to two major cities keep it accessible.<\/p>\n

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The Cypress Creek Nature Preserve, located in downtown Wimberley, was made into a public space when the town was first incorporated 25 years ago. The city purchased the land to protect it from being developed on. Today, the park serves as a space for residents and tourists to hike, picnic and play. (Jill Ament for MySA)<\/p>\n

While no Texas towns cracked the national top 25, they rank alongside other small towns celebrated for unique winter-focused getaways, including Lake Placid and Aurora, New York; Ouray, Colorado; Gatlinburg, Tennessee and Taos, New Mexico.<\/p>\n

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Alpine, Texas. (Getty Images)<\/p>\n

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