Wharton is the perfect stop for an hour, a day, or a lifetime.  It is a paradise for birdwatchers and sportsmen.  From antiques to fashion, our shops will delight you.

You can visit our newly restored Wharton County Courthouse.  The courthouse was built in 1889, is an Victorian/Italianate-style building designed by Eugene T. Heiner.

The Historic Plaza Theater graces our downtown square with a live entertainment experience.     The Plaza Hotel began circa 1904 as a two story brick structure. The hotel was gutted and a movie theater built within the brick shell in 1941, and a gala grand opening was held in March 1942. 

Wharton is truly a 'green' city.  Wharton boasts eleven parks through the city.  You can visit Riverfront Park located under the 1930 Hwy. 59 bridge, this park is a relaxing atmosphere for picnic and day use with barbecue pits, tables, and restrooms. 

Come stroll along the banks of the Colorado River. You can fish from a pier, bicycle on nature trails, picnic, or take the kids for a romp at this 17-acre riverside 

Historic downtown Wharton is mecca for the antique hunter. You can walk from shop to shop and when you done you can enjoy a great lunch or dinner from one of the fine downtown restaurants. 

Wharton truly is the "Best of Texas"