The city of Hinton, West Virginia has a population of just 2,676, but it’s packed with history and things to do.
Hinton is a small city in Summers County, West Virginia.
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More than 200 historic buildings are located in Hinton’s downtown area.
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Among the historic buildings is the The Summers County Courthouse, built in 1875.
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The town built up around the railroad when trains were the most common form of transportation.
WikiMedia Commons/Christopher Ziemnowicz You can still reach Hinton by way of an Amtrack Station.
Hinton has a museum that’s dedicated to railroad history.
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Hinton Railroad Museum/Facebook Hinton Railroad Museum is located at 206 Temple St, Hinton, WV. There’s also a gift shop!
Another historic building that’s worth a visit is The Ritz Theatre.
The Ritz Theatre - Cinema & Performing Arts/Facebook This beautiful theatre was first built in 1929. You can still catch a movie here today. Address: 211 Ballengee St, Hinton, WV.
If you’re hungry, stop at The Market in Courthouse Square.
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The Market WV This award-winning restaurant serves all-day breakfast, sandwiches, platters, coffee, and dessert. Address: 200 Ballengee Street Hinton, WV.
Another great stop for coffee or tea is Chestnut Revival.
Photo Credit This historic home has a cafe inside. It’s open Tuesday through Saturday from 10-4. Address: 401 Summers Street, Hinton, WV.
Or have a hot dog at Hinton’s Dairy Queen.
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TripAdvisor/esrinilaw Even though it’s a chain, visitors say this DQ serves up an authentic West Virginia hot dog, with a great view of the New River. Address: WV-3, Hinton, WV.
If you want to get even closer to nature, visit the Bluestone State Park.
WikiMedia Commons/Brian M. Powell This rugged state park near Hinton has hiking and water activities for nature lovers. You can also camp or rent cabins in the park.
For another railroad town in West Virginia, check out the little town of Cass, and the train ride that goes to a ghost town.
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You can still reach Hinton by way of an Amtrack Station.
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Hinton Railroad Museum is located at 206 Temple St, Hinton, WV. There’s also a gift shop!
The Ritz Theatre - Cinema & Performing Arts/Facebook
This beautiful theatre was first built in 1929. You can still catch a movie here today. Address: 211 Ballengee St, Hinton, WV.
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The Market WV
This award-winning restaurant serves all-day breakfast, sandwiches, platters, coffee, and dessert. Address: 200 Ballengee Street Hinton, WV.
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This historic home has a cafe inside. It’s open Tuesday through Saturday from 10-4. Address: 401 Summers Street, Hinton, WV.
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Even though it’s a chain, visitors say this DQ serves up an authentic West Virginia hot dog, with a great view of the New River. Address: WV-3, Hinton, WV.
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This rugged state park near Hinton has hiking and water activities for nature lovers. You can also camp or rent cabins in the park.
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