Places That Will Fill Your Vintage Soul
The vintage aesthetic is becoming more and more popular. I have to say, there is something so beautiful about appreciating the aesthetics of the past. The clothes, the color palettes, but my personal favorite to appreciate would have to be the pictures of what the world looked like in the past. What if I told you that there are some places you can go to today that still have their vintage look?
Helen, Georgia
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This adorable city looks like something straight out of a storybook. It is filled with red brick roofs and German-influenced buildings that will warm your heart. The city is in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains and known for being “Georgia’s Little Bavaria” due to its German influences. Helen is a place to travel to if you’re looking to just escape your life for a little while. There are vineyards for wine tasting, amazing local artists to see, a bunch of outdoor activities- like river tubing, hiking, horseback riding- and, of course, great restaurants and breweries. But above all, it’s a city you can simply enjoy by walking down the streets and taking in the little vintage bubble that it is.
St. Augustine, Florida
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Let’s start with the fact that St. Augustine is the country’s oldest city. The city is packed with Spanish influence and cobblestone streets. The city has Old Trolley Tours and Red Train Tours as well that just add to its vintage charm. Besides the historic sights to see, the city is filled with museums, Anastasia State Park which is a wildlife sanctuary, distilleries, beaches along the Atlantic Ocean, and scenic cruises. St. Augustine is definitely a place to see, relax, and enjoy.
Leavenworth, Washington
Photo: Wildwater River Guides
This is a city that is something out of a small-town TV show. The city is located in the Cascade mountains, and is filled with Old Town architecture that you can tour via horse-drawn carriage if you would like to. You can enjoy the vintage architecture, drink German beer, visit local wineries, enjoy lots of good food, go to spas, ski at the nearby areas, or even go to the Nutcracker museum. There is truly something for everyone.
Santa Fe, New Mexico
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This city is truly something to see. It is known for its Adobe style architecture- its mixture of English, Spanish, and Native American culture. Santa Fe is a city full of beautiful buildings, crooked streets, a thriving art culture, and so much to do. You can bike along trails, go hiking, take mountain tours, Jeep Tours, go on 4x4 open-roof off-road trucks, visit museums, churches, wine tastings, and more. The city’s history and culture also created some of the most beautiful hotels. Needless to say, this historic city is a breathtaking getaway.
Frankenmuth, Michigan
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Michigan houses quite a few vintage cities. Frankenmuth is one that feels like Christmas year-round: partly because of its holiday store that’s open all year long, but also because of the architecture and atmosphere. Frankenmuth is another Bavarian-inspired city and if you choose, you can enjoy seeing its sights through a carriage ride. Frankenmuth is also full of so much more to do. While in this beautiful city you can enjoy a PedAle Trolley, riverboat cruises, go to indoor water parks, visit museums, enjoy an aerial rope course, and do some shopping. Frankenmuth is the perfect vintage getaway to enjoy with a few friends.
These are just a few vintage cities you might not have thought to travel to. But, they’re definitely some places that’ll make your vintage heart happy and allow you to live out your vintage dreams.