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Central Park ©
Scenic Walking Area
Central Park , New York City
4.8
In the midst of all of the city's concrete and high-rises, Central Park brings greenery and shady places for relaxation--as well as a zoo, ca
Tours from $6
Empire State Building ©
Observation Deck
Empire State Building , New York City
4.4
The 103-story Empire State Building in midtown stood as the world's tallest building for nearly four decades, from its completion in 1931 unt
Tickets from $46
Golden Gate Bridge ©
Bridge
Golden Gate Bridge , San Francisco
4.8
One of the most photographed structures in the world, Golden Gate Bridge is the first feature of San Francisco you'll see when driving in fro
Tours from $28
The Metropolitan Museum of Art ©
Art Museum
The Metropolitan Museum of Art , New York City
4.8
The country's largest museum, The Metropolitan Museum of Art houses vast series of collections, with more than 2 million works divided among
Tours from $35
Alcatraz Island ©
Island
Alcatraz Island , San Francisco
4.7
Tour the infamous former maximum-security penitentiary on Alcatraz Island. Nicknamed The Rock, this small island in the San Francisco Bay is
Tours from $78

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5.0
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5.0
Duration: 4 hours
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5.0
Duration: 9 hours
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United States

4.5
Specialty Museums · Beaches · Historic Sites
America is a melting pot of cultures and the land of great natural diversity, so it's no surprise that things to do in United States range from sunbathing on Hawaii's heavenly beaches to partying under the neon lights of Las Vegas. Some quintessential American experiences include such diverse activities as hiking along the rim of Grand Canyon, picnicking in Central Park, catching a movie at a drive-in theater, or listening to jazz music in its birthplace, New Orleans. American museums, from the colossal Met to National Air and Space Museum, boast invaluable collections, while its amusement parks, from Disney to Sea World, offer endless entertainment for the whole family.

Nature in United States

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Alcatraz Island ©
Island
Alcatraz Island
San Francisco
4.7
Duration: 2h 30 min
Grand Canyon South Rim ©
Canyon
Grand Canyon South Rim
Grand Canyon National Park
4.8
Duration: 2 hours
North Rim Visitor Center ©
Canyon
North Rim Visitor Center
Grand Canyon National Park
4.7
Duration: 6 hours
Half Dome ©
Geologic Formation
Half Dome
Yosemite National Park
4.9
Duration: 4h 30 min

Kid-friendly things to do in United States

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Statue of Liberty National Monument ©
World heritage site
Statue of Liberty National Monument
New York City
4.5
Duration: 2h 30 min
Universal's Islands of Adventure ©
Theme Park
Universal's Islands of Adventure
Orlando
4.6
Duration: 8 hours
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National Air and Space Museum ©
Specialty Museum
National Air and Space Museum
Washington DC
4.6
Duration: 2h 30 min
Walt Disney World Resort ©
Disney Park / Activity
Walt Disney World Resort
Orlando
4.3
Duration: 8 hours

Hidden gems in United States

Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone ©
Canyon
Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
Yellowstone National Park
4.9
Duration: 2 hours
Glacier Point ©
Geologic Formation
Glacier Point
Yosemite National Park
4.9
Duration: 1h 30 min
Grand Teton ©
Wildlife Area
Grand Teton
Grand Teton National Park
4.9
Duration: 8 hours
Old Faithful ©
Hot Spring
Old Faithful
Yellowstone National Park
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min

Museums in United States

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National Gallery of Art ©
Art Museum
National Gallery of Art
Washington DC
4.8
Duration: 2h 30 min
American Museum of Natural History ©
Natural History Museum
American Museum of Natural History
New York City
4.2
Duration: 3 hours
Buy tickets from $23 »
The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)
Art Museum
The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)
New York City
4.3
Duration: 3 hours
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The Art Institute of Chicago ©
Art Museum
The Art Institute of Chicago
Chicago
4.8
Duration: 2 hours

Theme Parks in United States

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Universal Orlando Resort ©
Theme Park
Universal Orlando Resort
Orlando
4.2
Duration: 8 hours
Disneyland Park ©
Disney Park / Activity
Disneyland Park
Anaheim
4.2
Duration: 5h 30 min
Magic Kingdom Park ©
Disney Park / Activity
Magic Kingdom Park
Orlando
4.3
Duration: 8 hours
Universal Studios Hollywood ©
Theme Park
Universal Studios Hollywood
Los Angeles
4.4
Duration: 8 hours
Buy tickets from $349 »

Featured attractions

FishHound Expeditions ©
Fishing Charter / Tour
FishHound Expeditions
Girdwood
4.9
Duration: 4 hours
New Mexico Jeep Tours ©
Off-Road Tour
New Mexico Jeep Tours
Albuquerque
5.0
Duration: 3 hours
Santa Monica Playhouse ©
Theater
Santa Monica Playhouse
Santa Monica
4.4
Duration: 2 hours
Stars Above Hawaii ©
Outdoor Activity
Stars Above Hawaii
Kapolei
4.9
Duration: 1h 30 min

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