Shopping in Bastrop County, Texas

Shopping in Bastrop County, Texas is less about the mall and more about the find, the dusty antique booth with a treasure in the back, the little boutique on Main Street, the hardware store where somebody actually knows which drawer holds the odd-sized bolt. We love that about it, and once you have spent an afternoon here you will too.

Here is our guide to shopping across the county, from the antique row of downtown Bastrop to the specialty shops of Smithville and Elgin, plus the everyday groceries and hardware that keep a household running.

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Antiques and treasure-hunting on Main Street

Historic downtown Bastrop is one of the best antique-and-boutique strolls near Austin, block after block of storefronts full of vintage finds, local art, and gifts. Smithville and Elgin have their own walkable downtowns worth a Saturday. Start under Antiques and Thrift and Specialty Shops.

Groceries, markets, and the everyday

For the weekly run, H-E-B anchors grocery shopping in Bastrop, and you will also find local markets and seasonal farm stands around the county. Browse Grocery and Markets.

Hardware and home

Every project needs a trip to the hardware store, and our local shops and garden centers beat a big-box drive any day. Find them under Hardware and Home.

Explore by town

Every town in Bastrop County, Texas has its own personality. Pick one and we will show you around:

Bastrop County Shopping FAQs

Where is the best shopping in Bastrop County?

Historic downtown Bastrop is the go-to for antiques, boutiques, and gifts, with more finds in the downtowns of Smithville and Elgin.

Does Bastrop have antique shops?

Yes. Downtown Bastrop is well known for its antique stores and vintage booths, an easy afternoon of treasure-hunting.

Where do people grocery shop in Bastrop?

H-E-B is the main grocery store in Bastrop, alongside local markets and farm stands. Browse our Grocery and Markets listings.