Massachusetts Destination Named State's Best 'Must-Visit Small Town'

Massachusetts is full of stunning cities, towns, and landscapes praised by travelers around the world, so to be named the "best must-visit small town" in the entire state is a pretty big deal.

Be it close-knit community feels or bountiful local activities, something about this charming location landed it on Thrillist 's list of the best small towns to visit across the country, and today, we're going to discuss why.

Per the list, the best small town to visit in Massachusetts is Great Barrington . Great Barrington houses 7,172 people and is known for its old streets, historical sites and antique fairs among other desirable qualities.

Here's what Thrillist had to say about the best must-visit small town in the entire state:

"Let everyone else crowd the Catskills so the largest town in the Southern Berkshires remains a secret as long as possible (except, of course, from the hikers passing through on the Appalachian Trail). History buffs will love a few fun pieces of trivia like the Main Street here was first in the country to have electric lights, Railroad Street is one of the oldest in the US, and, by the town hall, the monument that commemorates the first armed resistance against the British is on the same site as the first slave being freed. Start the morning with coffee (or a lavender latte, if you’re feeling adventurous) and a breakfast sandwich or huevos rancheros at Fuel before antique fair- and gallery-hopping around town (be sure to check Bernay Fine Art off your list)."

For a continued list of the best must-visit small towns in each state visit thrillist.com .