With wild western theming and more than 25 rides and attractions, Cowabunga Canyon is a family-friendly outdoor water park that brings splashy excitement to the Las Vegas desert. Expect high-speed slides, a massive wave pool, a lazy river, and a multilevel play structure perfect for younger visitors and all surrounded by canyon-style rockscaping and playful signage. From thrill seekers to toddlers, there's something for every kind of water lover here.
Take in aerial views spanning four states as you ride the glass-lined Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway to the top of New Hampshire's tallest mountain. The country’s first aerial tramway, the tram was created to give skiers mountaintop access. Today, you can ride the tram year-round, whether you're a hiker, skier, or sightseer.
Tucked between the Intracoastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean on Boca Raton’s barrier island, Spanish River Park is a public park and beach. It has access to a lagoon, the Intracoastal Waterway, the Atlantic Ocean, nature trails, and several amenities that make for an enjoyable day in nature.
Robert Moog invented the Moog synthesizer in 1964, and it’s since been adopted by bands from the Beatles to ABBA to Black Sabbath to MGMT. Although the Moogseum is not affiliated with Robert’s company, Moog Music, it does celebrate the legacy of his invention and the history of synthesizers. This interactive museum has Moog synthesizers and theremins available for guests to play.
Bozeman Spirits Distillery makes specialty spirits, such as whiskey, vodka, gin, and rum, with grains sourced in Montana and made right at its Downtown Bozeman Distillery using melted snow water from Mt. Blackmore. Each spirit is distilled, bottled, and labeled on-site. The distillery’s old saloon atmosphere is true to Montana’s history.
The Bristlecone Loop is a serene, 1-mile (1.6 kilometer) loop trail in Bryce Canyon National Park. Winding through ancient bristlecone pines, it offers fabulous high-elevation views of cliffs, canyons, and these ancient, still-standing sentinels. Rated easy, the loop is great for families with kids, nature lovers, and anyone who wants to feel a sense of wonder across time.
A boardwalk that runs for 1 mile (1.6 kilometers) along the edge of Bangor City Forest, the Orono Bog Walk guides visitors through forested wetlands to reach the star attraction: a peat bog and its fascinating surrounding habitat. Along the way you’ll see a diverse array of flora and fauna, plus placards offering insight into the area’s natural environment, plants, birds, and animals.
Green Bay’s prestigious Denil Cadillac dealership is now the Automobile Gallery & Event Center, where car enthusiasts can explore 100 years of automotive history on display. More than 70 classic cars are on show, which visitors are welcome to browse at their leisure. The gallery also holds public events and car shows throughout the year.
One of the most notable features along the Chicago River, the Nicholas J. Melas Centennial Fountain was built to commemorate the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Chicago, whose engineers famously reversed the flow of the Chicago River in 1900. Featuring a modernist, cascading waterfall and an hourly jet of water, it’s a summertime sightseeing staple of the Windy City.
Bal Harbour is an upscale community located in the northern section of Miami Beach. It is known for its luxury shops, high-rise apartment buildings, and luxury hotels. The open-air Bal Harbour Shops includes high-end retailers and designers such as Prada, Gucci, Versace, Hermes, and Chanel. The community also has fine dining and cocktail options.
A multi-tiered waterfall tumbling into the steep Rio La Venta canyon, Cascada el Aguacero is one of the most popular natural attractions in Chiapas. The most spectacular views can be found at the bottom of the falls, where sprays of water turn into a cool, breezy mist.
Brooklyn Cruise Terminal is a modern entryway to New York City, welcoming visitors to Red Hook, Brooklyn, as well as providing easy access to nearby Manhattan. With no shortage of things to do in New York—the city has a plethora of world-class attractions, museums, shows, and dining options—tours are the best way to see more in less time.
Step into the world of Ross, Rachel, Monica, Chandler, Phoebe, and Joey—and recreate scenes from everyone’s favorite TV show—at The FRIENDS™ Experience: The One in Vegas. Based at the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino, this immersive attraction is perfect for long-time fans of the series. Explore recreated film sets, discover replica props (including the orange couch), and enjoy plenty of photo opportunities.
One of Columbus’ most vibrant neighborhoods, the Short North Arts District is centered on North High Street. Framed by 17 steel arches, the walkable thoroughfare is packed with galleries and art spaces, as well as hip boutiques, popular restaurants, and cool coffee shops. It hosts several major events throughout the year, including Stonewall Columbus Pride.
Built in 1774, the Hammond-Harwood house is a National Historic Landmark, which is noted for its architecture and collection of fine and decorative arts. A visit to this Annapolis site also provides insights into the lives of the people who once built and lived in it.
This family-centered amusement theme park, inspired by 19th-century life and mining in the Ozark Mountains, seems frozen in time. The massive complex just west of Branson, Missouri, has everything you expect from a vintage theme park (think steam trains and wooden roller coasters) and some surprises, such as Midwestern cooking classes, glass-blowing demonstrations, bluegrass concerts, and a seasonal water park.
An engineering marvel when it was built in the late 1860s, New Hampshire’s Mt. Washington Cog Railway (The Cog) was the first mountain-ascending train in the world. Today the same mechanization that ferried early tourists offers a unique alternative to driving or hiking to the wind-whipped summit of the highest peak in the northeastern United States. The half-day journey is a great way to get a taste of both New England’s rich history and beautiful natural scenery.
Animal lovers shouldn't miss a visit to the family-friendly Butterfly Palace and Rainforest Adventure, which brings tropical adventure to the hills of Missouri. Enter the aviary and walk among thousands of exotic butterflies, stop by the twisting mirror maze, and visit critters in the Living Rainforest Science Center.
Cozumel’s Royal Castle (Castillo Real) is a small Maya ruin on the island’s remote northeastern shore. Centuries ago, this stone outpost was likely a guard station to keep watch for enemy ships on the open sea. Today the structure is notable for its high vantage point, offering panoramic views of the coastline and the Caribbean Sea.
Living history draws visitors to this recreated 19th-century village along Bayou Vermilion, where costumed educators share Cajun, Native American, Acadian, and African American traditions. Seven restored original homes dot the 23-acre (9.3-hectare) grounds among mature trees and gardens, while artisans offer demonstrations of historic crafts. On some weekends, you can catch live performances of zydeco, Cajun, and Creole music included with admission.
Yep, rocks come in every shade of the rainbow—and every shade of the rainbow is present at Artist’s Palette. A highlight of Death Valley National Park’s Artists Drive Scenic Loop, this site has two small looping trails and an overlook, bringing visitors closer to the color. If anything, this spot proves Death Valley isn’t as stark as it seems.
One of the oldest active Christian churches in the US, St. Helena’s Anglican Church was built in 1724 and modified three times between then and 1824. The church has a rich history, including its use as a Union hospital in the Civil War, and showcases an array of 18th century artifacts.
One of the original theaters of the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts complex, the David H. Koch Theater is among New York City’s most prestigious venues and home to the New York City Ballet. Built under the name New York State Theater for the 1964-1965 World’s Fair, it’s known for its magnificent 2,544-seat auditorium adorned with glittering gold panels and a spherical chandelier.
Rising 54 feet (16 meters) above Boston’s Freedom Trail, the New England Holocaust Memorial is a striking tribute to the estimated 6 million Jews who died during the Holocaust. Its glass-and-steel towers etched with numbers and illuminated from within are the city’s most important commemoration of one of the darkest periods in modern history.
Vintage cars, history, and fashion collide at the Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum. Located in Fairbanks, this museum traces the evolution of fashion and cars, from the Victorian Age to the 1930s. Visit to see its collection of more than 95 vintage cars and the largest display of vintage fashion in the Pacific Northwest.
Fans of Georges Seurat’s A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte will immediately feel at home in Columbus’ Topiary Park, where dozens of yew trees have been trimmed to resemble scenes from the pointillist masterpiece. Admire topiary reproductions of strolling couples, rowboats in a pond, dogs, a monkey, and a cat. Topiary Park is a highlight of Downtown Columbus.
Situated within the Quebec Seminary (Séminaire de Québec, a former Catholic training college, this museum chronicles French colonial history and Francophone culture in North America. The building dates back to the 17th-century, making it one of Quebec City’s oldest, and has been designated a National Historic Site by Parks Canada.
The anchor to Houston’s Downtown Graffiti Park, where rotating displays of cutting-edge street art drape industrial structures, the Houston Graffiti Building is a living canvas for local and international graffiti and mural artists. The building brings vibrant color to the concrete of an otherwise gray area of East Downtown, drawing travelers interested in street art and culture—and social-media-ready photo ops.
Since 1924, Folsom Field has been the home of the Colorado Buffaloes football team. Named after University of Colorado coach Fred Folsom, the stadium seats more than 50,000 people, and also hosts concerts, graduations, and special events from its hilltop perch on the University of Colorado Boulder campus.
Myrtle Waves Water Park pumps some 1.2 million gallons of water daily through churning wave pools, meandering rapids, super slides, and calming raft rides, perfect for cooling down during the hot South Carolina summer. The state’s largest water park features more than 30 attractions catering to both thrill seekers and the tiniest visitors.
