La Grange is the largest city in Fayette County, Texas, United States, and located on the beautiful Colorado River. It is located between Houston and Austin on Texas State Highway 71, a key commercial route connecting those cities. The population was 4,677 at the 2020 census. La Grange was founded as a small fort built in 1826 to protect settlers in the area from Indian attacks, and is the county seat of Fayette County. It is also the subject of the classic ZZ top song - La Grange!
La Grange ISD
La Grange Independent School District is a public school district based in La Grange, Texas. As of 2019, the district's superintendent is William Wagner, and the assistant superintendent is Stacy Eilers The district serves the city of La Grange and unincorporated areas in Fayette County, including Winchester. LGISD has an elementary, middle, and high school.
Some La Grange History
La Grange is known as the Best Little Town in Texas. As a Texas Main Street city and the seat of Fayette County, it doesn't take long to see why. When you enter historic downtown La Grange, you’re taking a journey into the past. A unique 19th century town nestled along the Colorado River, the natural beauty, charming architecture and rich heritage have attracted visitors worldwide.
While it is a small town that retains its rural character and a high quality of life, La Grange is the perfect distance to three world-class metropolitan areas - 60 miles to Austin, 80 miles to Houston and 110 miles to San Antonio. Downtown is an important economic driver for the community as a whole and a series of tools are in place to help preserve its unique character while supporting new business and development. The courthouse square is both a local historic district and National Register historic district, the latter offers the opportunity for use of both the state and federal historic tax incentive programs. Additionally, the Main Street program offers paint and sign grants while the EDC provides a series of local incentives to support small businesses including a revolving loan program and tax abatements.
The streets of La Grange were laid out several years before the organization of Fayette County in 1837. First populated by Austin's colonists - "The Original Three Hundred", then followed by German immigrants in the 1840's and Czech and Moravians in the 1850's, the cultures of these pioneers are evident today and have been proudly passed through generations
Visitors Center
The La Grange Visitors Bureau offers tours, brochures, public restrooms, maps, gift shop, and even some FREE Stuff! The Visitors Center is located in our fully restored Historic Casino Hall and performing arts center.
White Rock Park
This day-use park, covering 23.5 acres, is one of the largest on the lower Colorado. White Rock Park, developed by the LCRA and operated by the City of LaGrange, (979) 968-5805, can be found on the left approximately one mile downstream of the U.S. 77 bridge in La Grange. Facilities include a canoe launch area, baseball fields, a playground, sand volleyball, picnic areas, restrooms, 1 mile walking trail, (2) 5-station exercise stations, soccer fields, paved area parking, wildlife watching, and more.
Plum Park on the Colorado
Colorado River in La Grange TX
1517 Prairie Valley Rd Westpoint, La Grange, TX 78963-5014
This 40-acre park located along sandy beaches on the Colorado River is ideal for launching canoes and kayaks. Picnic tables and grills are available at the park’s campsites. Easy access to get on the river in La Grange.
Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery State Historic Site
The must-see stop is the Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery State Historic Site. This park holds two incredible historic sites and a ton of beautiful nature. One site is Monument Hill honoring the Texan heroes who lost their lives in the Dawson Massacre and Mier Expedition, where Texans had to draw beans for their lives. The other stop is the stone ruins of the Kreische Brewery, one of the oldest breweries in Texas started in the 1860s, and the house of the Kreische family, which you can tour.
The monument marks the tomb of the men that died during the Dawson Massacre of September 1842 and the ill-fated Mier expedition of November 1842, also known as the “black bean” incident. Nearby citizens reinterred their remains here in a common tomb so that they can be honored for their sacrifice. The site is now marked by a 1936 Centennial monument.
In 1849, German immigrant Heinrich Ludwig Kreische purchased 172 acres of land including the Dawson/Mier tomb, now known as Monument Hill. Master stonemason Kreische built a three-story house for his family. In the 1860s, he utilized the spring water from the ravine below his house and started one of the first commercial breweries in Texas. Walk the ruins of this once bustling brewery and envision how Fayette County citizens would come and enjoy a pint of Kreische’s Bluff Beer while looking out towards the beautiful Texas landscape. The Kreische Brewery and home are listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
In 1849, master stonemason and German immigrant, Heinrich Kreische built his home and in the 1860s one of the first commercial breweries in Texas. Walk the ruins of this once bustling brewery and see how it remains a lasting example of prosperity by immigrants in Texas. The Kreische Brewery and home are listed in the National Register of Historic Places
Where to eat in La Grange, TX
American / Comfort Food/ Italian
White Box II
922 E. Travis St.
(979) 968-3033
Ere's Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria
108 S. Main St.
(979) 206-2211
Hank’s Express
154 S. Jefferson
(979) 966-0500
Holman Valley Steakhouse
10204 FM 155 La Grange
(979) 263-4188
Jay Dee’z Sports Grill
2001 W State Highway 71 Suite E
(979) 206-2066
Reba's Deli and Pizzeria
539 E. Colorado St.
(979) 968-3100
Riverside Cafe
1225 Carroll Ln.
(979) 968-5506
2359 Highway 71 W.
(979) 968-6139
Fast Food
Dairy Queen
311 N. Jefferson St.
(979) 968-5861
McDonald’s
2304 W. Highway 71
(979) 968-5098
Subway at Walmart
1915 W State Hwy 71
(979 966-0600
Domino’s Pizza
2001 State Highway 71 Suite 10
(979) 206-2121
Pizza Hut
2230 W. State Highway 71
(979) 968-3125
Whataburger
1800 E. State Highway 71
(979) 968-9868
Golden Chick
312 E. Travis St.
(979) 968-8939
Sonic Drive-In
717 E. Travis St.
(979) 968-6421
Subway
109 S. Jefferson
(979) 966-0724
Taco Bell
2201 W Hwy 71 Business
(979) 968-3401
Coffee Shops & Wine Bars
Big State Coffee House & Roastery
107 W. Colorado Street
(979) 968-3939
Latte Cafe
219 W. Travis St.
(979) 968-9545
Bodega Wine Market
201 W. Travis
(979) 968-3964
Swede & Lewis Texas Art Bar
114 S Main St
(979) 968-9108
Rosemary's Vineyard & Winery 5521 Highway 71 East
La Grange, TX 78945
BBQ
The Back Porch BBQ
1602 N. Jefferson
(979) 968-1580
Texas One Stop BBQ and Bakery
1704 E. Highway 71 Bypass
(979) 968-8100
Kolaches / Bakeries
Lukas Bakery
135 N. Main St.
(979) 968-3052 Leopard Donuts
240 E Travis
(979) 968-5709
Weikel’s Bakery
2247 W. Highway 71 Business
(979) 968-9413
Texas One Stop BBQ and Bakery
1704 E. Highway 71 Bypass
(979) 968-8100
Mexican / Tex-Mex
Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant
403 N. Jefferson
(979) 968-5935
Taqueria Rio Verde
1330 N. Jefferson
(979) 968-2074
La Marina Restaurant
1502 W. State Highway 71
(979) 968-2065
Taqueria Sergios
1432 TX-71
(979) 968-2826
Las Fuentes
658 S. Jefferson St.
(979) 968-8957
Where to stay in La Grange, TX
Hotels & Motels
Best Western (La Grange Inn)
600 E. State Hwy 71 Bypass
La Grange, TX 78945
(979) 968-6800
Cottonwood Inn
1494 W. State Hwy 71
La Grange, TX 78945
(979) 968-3175
Executive Inn & Suites
1708 W State Hwy 71
La Grange, TX 78945
(979) 968-2600
Hampton Inn
1624 W. State Hwy 71
La Grange, TX 78945
(979) 968-4900
The Oak Motel
277 S. Jefferson Street
La Grange, TX 78945
(979) 968-3133
River Valley Motor Inn
1575 W. State Hwy 71
La Grange, TX 78945
(979) 968-8314
Bed & Breakfast
Ammansville Cottages
9018 FM 1383
La Grange, TX 78945
(979) 561-8691
Brendan Manor Bed & Breakfast
345 E. Travis Street
La Grange, TX 78945
(979) 968-2028
Guest House at Dos Lagos
3045 Valenta Road
La Grange, TX 78945
(979) 247-4465
Suite 244
244 N. Washington Street
La Grange, TX 78945
(979) 968-4916
Texana Trails and Lodge, LLC
2647 Kallus Road
La Grange, TX 78945
(979) 247-4457
RV Parks
Colorado Landing RV, Inc.
64 E Bluff View
La Grange, TX 78945
(979) 968-9465
(979) 968-9055
S&H RV Park
3517 Post Oak Rd
La Grange, TX 78945
(979) 249-2050
Oak Thicket Park on Lake Fayette
3819 W State Highway 159
La Grange, TX 78945
(979) 249-3504
Suncatcher RV Park
3033 S. US Highway 77
La Grange, TX 78945
(979) 968-6868
Best Shopping In Town!
Antiques Shops
Kat’s Antiques
130 N. Washington St.
(979) 966-8390
Judy’s Attic
213 W. Travis St.
(979) 206-2255
Old World Imports & Antieks
5414 Texas Hwy 71
(512) 575-0022
Specialty Stores
Art Connections Gallery
123 MN Main Street
(512)657-4275
The Busy B
2204 E. State Highway 71
(979) 249-5132
Gypsy Sun & Boutique
1417 Hwy 71 Business
Suite A
(979) 968-3665
La Grange Cotton Gin
339 NW. Travis Street
(979) 206-2220
Los Pinos Imports
111 ASH 92 SPUR
(979) 968-2200
Prickly Pear & DIY Studio
427 NW. Travis Street
(512) 925-0204
Historic Downtown
Cottage Gatherings
152 N. Washington Street
(979) 966-0555
Dress For Success
207 W. Travis Street
(979) 639-5188
Flair & Company
127 W. Travis Street
(979) 968-6860
Julie B.
142 N. Washington Street
(979) 639-5034
Le Petite Gourmet Shoppe
226 W. Colorado Street
(979) 968-4000
Schmidt Jewelry
118 N. Washington Street
(979) 968-5149
The Quilted Skein
126 W. Colorado Street
(979) 968-8200
Wild Dragonfly Boutique
209 W. Travis Street
(979) 966-8259
YM Apparel & Design
207 W. Travis Street
(979) 966-8259