Top 10 places to visit in the US
With fifty states and almost 20,000 incorporated cities, towns and villages, it’s difficult to narrow down the best places to visit in the US. So if you’re planning a Stateside visit and feeling spoilt for choice, here’s something that might help. We’ve compiled a list of our very favourite US destinations and multi-centre holidays, with recommendations about what to see and do. Check out our top 10 places to visit in the US.
10) Las Vegas
In 10th spot is the glamorous city of Las Vegas. Made famous for its casinos, party atmosphere and bright lights, this city that never sleeps has some of the best nightlife in the US. Gambling (responsibly!) in one of the hundreds of Las Vegas casinos is a common USA bucketlist activity that’s just waiting to be ticked off!
Although Las Vegas is known for its more adult scene, there are also plenty of activities to do here with children. Full of arts and culture, there is a packed calendar of family friendly events that happen throughout the year.
At Viva Holidays, we have a wide range of Las Vegas deals and Las Vegas multi-centre holidays if you’re looking to visit more than one US destination on your trip.
9) Orlando
With the excitement of Disneyworld and Universal, Orlando, Florida is the perfect destination for a family visit to the USA. But Orlando isn’t just for kids: with a plethora of water parks and theme parks, Orlando is a complete escape from the day-to-day for adventure seekers of all ages. With Viva Holidays, you can also visit Orlando as part of a twin centre holiday. Check out our New York and Disneyland package to find out more.
8) New Orleans
Rich with culture, music and heritage, New Orleans is a vibrant city in our 8th spot. As the ideal destination for jazz lovers, no trip to New Orleans is complete without a trip to the world renowned Bourbon Street.
In addition to its jazz heritage, this Louisiana city is also a great base for visiting the wonderful lakes, parks and historic buildings in the area. Our New Orleans holidays currently only require a £50 deposit.
You can also visit Chicago, Memphis and Nashville in our 9-night package multi centre deals.
7) Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe is truly a US destination of beauty. If hiking is your thing, we recommend exploring the beautiful mountain trails of Lake Tahoe City.
For the perfect winter getaway, hire some kit and go skiing or snowboarding on the snowy slopes of Squaw Valley If you’re visiting in the summer, there are hiking trails, golfing, kids camps, biking adventures and loads more to choose from.
6) Death Valley
Aside from Alaska, Death Valley is the largest national park in theUSA. 282 feet below sea level, the sculptured canyons and unique luminous sand dunes of this unique US destination have put the park in our sixth spot.
Although its name doesn’t seem so welcoming, Death Valley sees nearly one million visitors every year.
The sixth spot in our top 10 places to visit in the US is a fantastic destination to holiday in, as a stop on one of our American multi centre holidays. As part of an 8 night package holiday, our Las Vegas, Death Valley and Los Angeles multi centre trips are among our most popular with holiday-goers.
5) Miami
Referred to as the ‘Magic City’, Miami is rich with Art Deco architecture and Cuban-influenced cuisine. Miami Beach is also an iconic destination for those looking to relax and get a feel for the more chilled Miami lifestyle.
A hub for America’s rich and famous, the city is peppered with impressive mansions and expensive boats. It also has an abundance of great places to shop; we recommend Bayside Marketplace if you want to step out of the heat and treat yourself to something luxurious.
We offer a number of different Miami multi centre holidays for those wanting to experience the Magic City and holiday to one of the best places to visit in the US.
4) Los Angeles
No list of top US holiday destinations would be complete without Los Angeles. This glamorous city is of course home to Hollywood - a hotspot for creativity, vibrancy and the arts.
Whether you’re looking for places to visit in the US with family, friends, or as a couple, we highly recommend the Warner Bros studio tour in Hollywood - a Tripadvisor Bestseller. Or, go celeb spotting with the Hollywood and Celebrity Homes Bus Tour.
For something a little more relaxed, why not visit one of LA’s many parks? Or enjoy the architectural beauty of the Walt Disney Concert Hall.
Whatever your scene, there’s undoubtedly something for everyone in Los Angeles. We have a number of Los Angeles holiday deals to suit a variety of different tastes
3) Hawaii
In our third spot, we’re heading to Hawaii. The 50th US state, this Pacific Ocean archipelago is made up of 137 unique and charming islands.
Hawaii, Maui and Oahu are three of the most popular holiday destinations in the state, renowned for the fantastic surfing on the surrounding Pacific. As well as surfing, snorkelling, sunbathing and sightseeing are popular activities for soaking up the Hawaiian charm.
As these islands are (understandably) hugely popular, we have a wide range of twin centre and multi centre holidays in Hawaii available.
To name a couple of deals, our Las Vegas and Hawaii trips allow you to experience the buzz of Las Vegas then the calm of Hawaii, while our San Francisco and Hawaii holidays offer an exciting contrast between two awe-inspiring destinations.
2) San Francisco
San Francisco has a unique, irresistible character that puts it in our second place. With the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Pier 39, this city and county is just brimming with fantastic things to see and do.
One of the most exciting ways to travel this hilly city is by cable car, a traditional mode of transport - best for avoiding traffic delays. The cable cars are somewhat of a national treasure, being one of the few places in the world where you can ride on a national historic landmark.
San Fran’s art and culture scene is what makes the city electric. With a plethora of museums, live al fresco performances, ballet, opera and theatres, we’ve just had to put it in our number two spot for places to visit in the US.
We have a number of San Francisco holiday deals available for you to explore
1) New York
New York, New York! The largest city in America is undoubtedly our Number 1. There’s so much to see and do in NYC, it’s difficult to know where to start. But here are a few of the city’s special gems for you to consider if you’re planning a trip.
The Big Apple is full of famous landmarks and buildings, so if sightseeing is your thing, we recommend doing a one day guided sightseeing tour where you can see the Empire State Building and the Statue of Liberty up close.
To take in the more relaxed side of NYC, we recommend a trip to the famous Central Park - America’s first public landscaped park. In the middle of the city, you’ll be able to find park walking tours, bike rentals and horse carriage rides.
New York City at night is quite literally a scene from the movies. Take a trip to the glamorous 57th avenue in Manhattan to see where Breakfast at Tiffany’s and Sleepless in Seattle were filmed, or make a detour to Staten Island where the Godfather films were made. New York is just full of USA bucket list activities.
With countless activities and things to do, New York is top of our list of top 10 best places to visit in the US. As a popular destination for our Viva Holidays customers, we have a number of New York holiday deals available for you to get planning your US adventure.
Contact us
Now you know the top 10 places to visit in the US, are you ready to organise your USA bucketlist holiday? To get started planning your trip, just contact us at Viva Holidays. Call our holiday team on 0808 239 6046 or 0203 993 0036 to book your trip today.
