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9 Best Cities to Travel in the USA

  • June 18, 2021
  • Jules

Known as the land of history and culture, the United States of America (USA) is one such place that millions wish to travel to in their lifetime. A country of North America, the USA is commonly known as the United States. It comprises 50 states, five major unincorporated territories, a federal district, and some minor possessions. 

With several attractions, historical landmarks, natural wonders, recreational areas, and entertainment venues, the USA has an enormous tourism industry. It serves millions of domestic and international tourists per year. 

Now, let us look at the 9 best cities to travel to in the USA.

  1. Scottsdale

Scottsdale is a part of the Greater Phoenix Area and a city in the eastern part of Maricopa County in Arizona. Being over 31 miles long and 11.4 miles wide when recorded at its widest point, it is one of the most traveled places in the USA.

The famous attractions in Scottsdale include the Taliesin West, Old Town Scottsdale, Pinnacle Peak Park, Butterfly Wonderland, and the OdySea Aquarium. The city is well-known for thrilling outdoor activities like the Sonoran Desert Jeep Tour, canyoneering, and rappelling. 

Its tour planners and locals are exceedingly tourist-friendly and offer comfortable services at reasonable prices. You can also book luxury vacation rentals at Stay With Style Scottsdale. If you’re a luxury lover, this place has some great accommodations for you.

  1. Buffalo

With a population of about 255,284 residents, Buffalo is the 86th largest city in the USA. It is located at the eastern end of Lake Erie and serves as one of the USA’s most pronounced cultural icons. 

Buffalo houses the USA’s oldest urban park systems, the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site, Frank Lloyd Wright’s Martin House, and the Albright-Knox Art Gallery.

It is famous for its Buffalo Museum of Science, Shea’s Performing Arts Center, the Erie County Botanical Gardens, and year-round festivals. Additionally, the city is known for its mesmerizing scenic beauty during the winter weather.

  1. Boston

Officially known as the City of Boston, Boston is the capital and most populated city of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in the USA. It is the oldest municipality in the country and a thriving center of scientific research. Considered a global pioneer in innovation and entrepreneurship, Boston houses numerous colleges and universities excelling in higher education. 

The city attracts tourists with its Public Garden, Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts, Tea Part Ships, and John F. Kennedy Presidential Museum and Library. Its harbors offer a picturesque backdrop that one can enjoy on the several cruises open to and for tourists.  

  1. Minneapolis

Minneapolis, the 46th most populous city in the USA, is located in Minnesota and lies on both banks of the Mississippi River. The city is known for anchoring music and performing art scenes.  It accommodates the First Avenue Nightclub and the Guthrie Theatre. 

Minneapolis has several buildings depicting and promoting the heart of art and culture of the USA. They include the Minneapolis Institute of Art, the Walker Art Center, Weisman Art Museum, and the Minneapolis Structure Garden. The Stone Arch Bridge and the Minnehaha Falls signify the epitome of the city’s scenic beauty, leaving tourists of all ages fascinated.  

  1. New York City

One of the most famous US cities, New York City or simply New York, is the US’s densest populated one. Being the center of the New York metropolitan area, the city gets hundreds of thousands of visitors per year.

New York is labeled the financial, cultural, and media capital of the world. It has significantly influenced education, art, fashion technology, entertainment, etc. Its most visited places include the Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Museum of Modern Art, Central Park, Times Square, and the Brooklyn Bridge. Of course, when visiting New York City, one must never forget the Statue of Liberty. 

  1. Denver

Denver, officially known as the City and County of Denver, is located in the South Platte River Valley and is the 19th most populous city in the USA. With its advanced and safe living environment, the U.S.News & World Report named Denver as the best place to live in the USA.

Denver is famous for the multiple outdoor activities that it offers. They include hiking and winter sports.

Its renowned tours include the BEYOND Light Show & Meditation, Twilight Ghost Tour, and many more. The Denver Botanical Gardens, Mount Evans, and the Denver Union Station are its most visited attractions. 

  1. Asheville

Located at the French Broad and Swannanoa rivers in the USA, the city of Asheville is the county seat of Buncombe County, North Carolina. It is like an amalgamation of arts, sports, culture, recreational places, educational institutes, and leading economic standards.

The most famous places to visit in Asheville include The North Carolina Arboretum, the Pisgah National Forest, Biltmore, The West North Carolina Nature Center, and the River Arts District. 

Other artistic locations include but are not limited to the Fountain in Pack Square, J. Rush Oates Plaza, Flood Fine Arts Center, the Asheville Art Museum, and YMI Cultural Center.

  1. Austin

The capital city of Texas and the seat of Travis County, Austin is one of the fastest-growing cities in the USA. It has been a renowned center for technology and business since 1990 after emerging as an influential economic focus on education. It is home to the University of Texas. 

Annually, Austin gets tourists by the masses for its famous places and attractions that leave them enthralled. They include the Texas State Capital, Barton Spring Pools, Lady Bird Lake Hike-and-Bike Trail, Mount Bonnell, and LBJ Presidential Library. Other such locations encompass the Bullock Texas State History Museum and The Driskill. 

  1. Kansas City

Kansas City is the largest Missouri city, mostly lying within Jackson County. At the epitome of architectural, cultural, sports, and educational development, the city falls on the list of the most visited places in the USA.

The top attractions in Kansas City include The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, the Arabia Steamboat Museum, the National WWI Museum and Memorial, Union Station, and the Kansas City Zoo.

Other places like the Country Club Plaza, Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, the Science City at Union Station, and The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures remain lively by getting a flock of tourists every year.

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