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List of Best Things to do in the USA

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Life is short and as we grow older, aging myths might convince us that we must spend our lives indoors remembering the good times. But America is a big place. And even if you think you have seen everything here, chances are there are many more to explore. We found a few things worth experiencing at least one time in our life. From visiting world-famous landmarks to touring the best beach towns, here is a list of the best things to do in the USA. These adventures must be on every traveler’s bucket list.

Best Things to do in the USA

Climb a mountain- Ok, climbing Mount Everest might be out of the question if you have never climbed a mountain in your life. But every American should at least see a huge mountain once in his life. Mount Whitney in the Sierra Nevada, the Half Dome at Yosemite National Park and Mount Washington in New Hemisphere are all extremely beautiful.

A visit to Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom- If you are looking for some fun things to do in the USA, then you must not miss Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. The best part of this kingdom is it’s “Small World” ride. That same tune represents a specific type of American dream: a land comprising different cultures, welcoming everyone. The Magic Kingdom welcomes everybody into the dream world where Cinderella and Mickey Mouse roam. The entire scope of the American imagination is characterized, from the futuristic Tomorrowland to the classic Fantasyland. It is a pixie-dusted retreat from reality that cannot be missed, no matter how old you are.

The French Quarter- Like the convergence of cultures that coined it, New Orleans’ French Quarter aesthetic is a lively collage of textures, including cobblestone corridors, beautiful courtyard gardens, wrought-iron balcony railings, The rich history of the city and musical heritage are inseparably linked; blues, jazz, classic rock ‘n’ roll, and electronic dance music all resonate from the quarter’s doors. A spirit of resilient excitement pervades the French Quarter, which makes it an American icon that you should experience.

Molokini Crater- Forming a perfect crescent shape in the sea, the sunken Molokini Crater is a snorkeling wonderland offshore from Maui. Dubbed among the world’s best 10 diving locations, Molokini is treasured by underwater enthusiasts for its sheltered reef, crystal-clear visibilities, and schools of tropical fish. The cave is a favorite with birdwatchers, who visit here to see various seabirds like shearwaters and petrels. Visit here and enjoy diving and swimming. You will get mesmerized by the terrific views across the water.

Las Vegas Strip- The Las Vegas Strip is an all-American road show, home to the most popular casinos and hotels in Las Vegas. With popular places like Paris, the Venetian, Treasure Island, Caesar’s Palace, and Bellagio, it is no surprise that the strip is the most famous destination in Las Vegas.

The Las Vegas Strip is known for entertainment, world-class architecture, bright lights, and the trendiest nightlife and clubs in the city. It is a Disneyland for adults, a place where both fun and fantasy meet. You must watch Elvis impersonators and Avant-garde performances by Cirque du Soleil or you can even try your luck on the slot machine. There is something for everyone who visits Las Vegas.

Marvel at the Redwoods- The Redwood forest in Humboldt Redwoods State Park is one of the beautiful places in America’s national and state parks. Redwoods are mighty and wonderful to witness. Humboldt spans around 53,000 acres- twice the size of San Francisco- and about one-third of the park is Redwood Forest-making it the biggest expanse of ancient redwoods on the earth.

Times Square- If you want to be thrust headlong into the frantic heart of consumerism, excess, spectacle, and everything unabashedly American, look no further than Times Square. Throngs of wide-eyed, over-stimulated tourists from every corner of the world walk through the blaring ads, and kaleidoscopic signs in awe, cameras in the hand. This thunderous neon hub o humanity truly never sleeps, and it must be seen to believe it.

Drive down Route 66- Perhaps, no road is as iconic as the great lost highway of America- Route 66. To Spanning from Illinois to California, the more-than-2,000 miles-long road a journey that is worth traveling on your own with the whole family.

Visit the oldest city in the nation- If you ask anyone about what the best things are to do in the USA, then everyone will have one common answer, i.e., visit the nation’s oldest city. When you visit St. Augustine, Florida, you will be stepping foot in the oldest city of the nation. A fort more than 300 years old, 18th-century style restaurants and century-old homes will make you feel like you have been shipped back in time. And if you are looking for fun in the sun and water, St. Augustine is one of the best coastal towns in America.

Hoover Dam- Hoover Dam is one of the biggest public work projects in the USA- it has been known as the “Greatest Dam Ever Built.” Hoover Dam is the National Historic Landmark and stands in the form of a testament to the thousands of males and females who came to a harsh, barren land, and in less than 5 years, built a structure that changed the future of the west. The dam also produced Lake Mead, named for the man who oversaw the project. From Las Vegas Hoover Dam is an accessible day trip.

Eat Mexican food in San Diego, California- Its unique location near the Mexican border makes San Diego one of the best places in the USA where you can enjoy tacos, burritos, and fajitas.

Cross the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, California- Your visit to California is incomplete without seeing one of the USA’s most popular landmarks. There is so much to do in San Francisco but seeing the morning fog peel back from the popular bridge is a moment that you will never forget.

Feel the daylight by Sequoia National Park, California- Found in the southern Sierra Nevada mountains, Sequoia, National Park is popular for the huge sequoia trees that you will found only here. They can grow to a height of more than 250 feet. Here, the largest one is the General Sherman Tree, which is the largest on the planet, standing around 275 feet tall and 102 feet around the trunk.

Go back to nature in Mount Hood National Forest, Oregon- Established in 1892, this extraordinary spot encompasses over a million acres of forest, mountains, streams, lakes, and much more, as well as numerous lodges and camps. This is a sedate but quietly awe-inspiring wilderness at the best.

Enjoy donuts in Oregon- There is no other snack more essentially American than the donut, but the ones you will find at Blue Star Donuts in Portland, Oregano are another level. Made from brioche, favorite flavors include PB & J, Valrhona Chocolate Crunch, and Hard Apple Cider Fritter.

Enjoy a music festival- Without any doubt, everyone should see their favorite musician or band performing live at least once in their lifetime. And music festivals from Coachella in Indio, California, to the Governor’s Ball in New York, are the right opportunity to hear your most favorite popular songs all in one place.

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