Location: Bastrop
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Bastrop (/ˈbæstrəp, -trɒp/) is a city and the county seat of Bastrop County, Texas, United States. Located about 30 miles (48 km) southeast of Austin, it is part of the Greater Austin metropolitan area. The population was 7,218 according to the 2010 census.
Restaurants in Bastrop
1. Bastrop River Company
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 74 reviews
Bastrop River Co is convniently located on the Colorado River inside Fisherman's Park. Our seasoned staff members are the most knowledgeable and experienced outfitters on the Lower Colorado River. The River Co's most popular activies include - a 2-3 hour day trip on the El Camino Real paddle trail, - a 5-8 hour full day trip on the Wilbarger paddle trail, - rent a boat or stand up paddle board for an hour of paddling around under the historic old iron bridge, - take an overnight river camping trip
2. Copper Shot Distillery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By fredb428 - College Station, United States
Excellent spot to enjoy a wide variety of libations. Great selection of tasty cigars and the young lady behind the bar is quite attentive and knowledgeable about what’s what. Well done.
3. Fisherman's Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By brawnerology - Houston, United States
We LOVED our quick trip to Fisherman's Park! From the picnic, BBQ, and volleyball to the sandy beach on the river, we will definitely be back!
4. Main Street Historic District
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 179 reviews
Historic Downtown Bastrop, named a Distinctive Destination by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, features quaint shops and boutiques, art galleries and public art, and a wide variety of restaurants.
5. Bastrop County Museum and Visitor Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 53 reviews
Highlight of your visit to downtown is the remarkable History Museum and Visitor Center operated by the Bastrop County Historical Society. Besides picking up information/materials about Bastrop at the Visitor Center, take some time to tour the museum and discover the community’s fascinating history that started back in 1832, four years before the Texas War for Independence. The first class exhibits include several videos as well as an array of artifacts.
Reviewed By timrG5523BW - Chesterfield, United States
The Bastrop County Historical Society runs this museum and visitors center right on Main Street. All self-guided, you can start with historical videos in their small theater and transition through history. Very inclusive and in-depth historical summaries, plenty of artifacts and displays. We (party of four) were very impressed. A wealth of local history with significant ties to the larger national history were detailed too. Admission was $5 per adult...well worth the cost. Highly recommended.
6. Colorado River Winery
7. Bastrop State Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 212 reviews
A Large portion of the Bastrop State Park was destroyed by a devasting fire in September of 2011. The community along with the State and other organizations have been replanting the trees. Although it doesn't possess the same beauty it offers an interesting perspective in how a forest is regrown. There are still a number of areas that were not burned that you can see as well as a number of the Historic buildings. This park is listed in the National Historic Registry. There is RV and tent camping available. Bastrop State Park is located next to Buescher State Park and suffered very little damage. You can see the beauty of the Lost Pines, see what a fire can do to a forest and see the Lost Pines in their toddler stage of growth. Both Bastrop and Buescher State Parks are not far from the North and South shores of Lake Bastrop where you can enjoy a wonderful weekend at the Lake.
Reviewed By OnlyWifey - Little Suamico, United States
We've stayed here 3 times and each time the park looks better and better. It's been 10 years since the fire and lots of new growth. Nice hiking trails, easy for the kiddos Too! Bathrooms are immaculate, hosts do a great job keeping them clean. On weekends, the park provides programs too. They are rebuilding the dam now. We stayed in Piney Hill.
8. Film Alley Bastrop
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 52 reviews
Film Alley is a family entertainment complex with 8 movie auditoriums, 16 bowling lanes, a 50+ game arcade, pool tables, full bar and a full grill menu. We offer birthday and corporate events and are proud to be part of this community.
Reviewed By Trenety512
I highly recommend this place for event or get together.Are church FaithImpact booked a bowling event threw Steph Lewis She was awsome. We made last min changes had more then I booked but she kept a smile on her face and made it happen. She would check on are group regularly although we had a host Krystal who was friendly and kept cool threw it all Im looking foward to booking again soon.
