Top USA Nature Parks in 2026

Enjoy a day of family fun at the Virginia Living Museum during your visit to Williamsburg. Explore indoor and outdoor animal exhibits and see more than 250 species of wildlife native to Virginia, including bald eagles and endangered red wolves. Kid-friendly highlights include discovery centers, interactive hands-on exhibits, and an outdoor Dinosaur Discovery Trail with life-like dinosaurs, dig pits, and fossils.

Combine a visit to the Garden of the Gods and Pikes Peak with a trip on the Cog Railway with this tour from Denver. Your driver will pick you up at Union Station and take you to the Garden of the Gods, where you'll explore for a bit before taking the railway up to Pikes Peak. You'll then have time to visit Manitou Springs before returning to Denver.

Visit Yosemite National Park without the hassle of planning a long day of driving or coordinating park logistics from San Francisco. Traveling in a small group, you'll journey through California’s Central Valley before exploring Yosemite Valley’s most famous sights, including Half Dome, El Capitan, and Yosemite Falls. A stop among giant sequoias adds another iconic California landscape to the experience.

Experience the best of Norfolk while avoiding long ticket lines with a Passport to Fun. Enjoy admission to Norfolk’s top attractions, like Nauticus, a maritime-themed science center and museum located on the downtown waterfront, the USS Wisconsin (BB-64), the second ship of the United States Navy to be named in honor of the US state of Wisconsin, and the Virginia Zoo.

Sedona has some of the most impressive sights in all of Arizona, but by going on big tours of the area, you can sometimes miss out on views by being blocked or by rushing through areas faster than you’d like to. This Sedona Self-Guided E-bike Tour allows you to explore Red Rock sights and the Tlaquepaque Arts and Shopping Village at your own pace by e-bike.

Antelope Canyon is one of the most popular and pristine destinations in Northern Arizona, but can only be visited with a guide. This tour explores the lesser-known part of Antelope Canyon called Canyon X with a guide, taking travelers across the desert in 4WD vehicles to short hiking trails. Upgrade to visit spots to take the best photos, which is not generally permitted.

Discover the rugged beauty of the Sierra Nevada and Yosemite National Park on this full-day tour from San Francisco. Enjoy early park entry and comfortable hotel pickup from major San Francisco hotels. Spot supersized natural wonders such as Half Dome, El Capitan, Bridalveil Falls, and sequoia groves, and spend several hours exploring the park’s wonders on your own. Non-U.S. residents aged 16 and older pay an additional park entry fee.

See Las Vegas the way it was meant to be seen: by night. Drive past the Infamous Las Vegas Strip as the tour leads you past casinos, wedding chapels, and historic landmarks. Let the bus driver do all the hard work while you relax. There's a choice of departure times and tour durations that let you work around your schedule.

A unique facility in the heart of Dallas featuring something for all ages. Both indoor and outdoor areas. Entire facility is ADA accessible. Dallas Fair Park was the site of the 1936 World's Fair and Texas Centennial and Texas Discovery Gardens is part of the overall park.

Escape to 60 acres of tropical paradise with this admission ticket to Flamingo Gardens Botanical Garden and Everglades Wildlife Sanctuary. The gardens boast more than 3,000 species of rare and exotic, tropical, subtropical and native plants. The arboretum has some of the largest trees in the entire state of Florida. And the wildlife sanctuary is home to native-Florida animals like alligators, bobcats, otters, eagles, panthers, peacocks and, of course, the famous flamingos.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Columbia River Gorge on this full-day trip from Portland to Mount Hood! With your small group, take a guided tour of such iconic Oregon destinations as Multnomah Falls and the famous Timberline Lodge, and enjoy lunch in the charming city of Hood River. Your tour also includes pickup from over 60 hotels in Portland and a private or small-group option.

Known for its steep granite cliffs, waterfalls, towering sequoia groves, and diversity of wildlife, Yosemite National Park is something you don’t want to miss. On this small group day trip, you can leave the logistics to a tour guide so all you have to do is enjoy the great outdoors. You have both guided sightseeing and free time, ensuring you see the UNESCO World Heritage Site’s major attractions, like Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, and Yosemite Valley, with the chance to explore more of the park however you wish.

Indulge a passion for both nature and chocolate on this tropical tasting tour of Princeville Botanical Gardens in Kauai. Explore the plants and flowers on a tour of the garden’s terraces, creek beds, and valley floor, stopping along the way to taste fresh Hawaiian fruit and honey. Rest your feet in a shady outdoor tasting area as you sample single-origin gourmet chocolates from around the world and learn how cocoa beans are transformed into delicious chocolate products.

No more overcrowded waterfalls and lines into nature—with this day pass to Kulaniapia Falls, you’ll get access to this private nature reserve and a guaranteed uncrowded Hawaiian adventure. Open to a limited number of daily guests, choose between exploring four different waterfalls, wandering bamboo gardens, hiking the trails, or, when conditions permit, even swimming, kayaking, and paddleboarding under the 120-foot Kulaniapia Falls.

Enjoy easy skip-the-line access to the California Academy of Sciences with this pre-paid ticket. Walk right in to explore the museum's 4-story rainforest, planetarium, and aquarium, plus the new Tiny Chef, Big Impact exhibit celebrating small actions for the planet.

Located on Navajo Nation land in Arizona, Antelope Canyon is a slot canyon known for its remarkable rock formations and colors, making it a photographer's dream. With this entry ticket to Upper Antelope Canyon, you'll have access, which is only granted to members of the public with a Navajo guide. This portion of the canyon is at ground level, meaning you don't have to climb, so it's suitable for most visitors. Once inside, look up at the beams of sunlight that shine down from the sky. Note, you must arrive 1 hour before your entry time to check in.

Experience the Grand Canyon from a perspective few visitors ever get to see, flying over its vast landscape before descending deep below the canyon rim to a private landing site beside the Colorado River. Step out of the helicopter to take in the towering canyon walls up close, enjoy a Champagne toast and light snacks, and savor the rare opportunity to experience the Grand Canyon from deep within the canyon itself. Then take to the skies again for a spectacular return flight alongside the Las Vegas Strip, combining an extraordinary journey into the Grand Canyon with unforgettable aerial views of Las Vegas for a once-in-a-lifetime experience from start to finish.

Pack two of Virginia’s natural must-sees into one full-day excursion with this guided tour of Luray Caverns and Shenandoah National Park’s gorgeous Skyline Drive. In Luray’s limestone caves, you’ll explore stalactites and other geologic formations before hitting the road to take in the spectacular views of Shenandoah National Park along Skyline Drive, including vibrant autumn foliage from mid-October to mid-November when weather permits.

Madame Tussauds Las Vegas is one of Sin City's top attractions—meaning that tickets can sell out in a flash. Save yourself the stress of securing tickets on arrival, and prebook your visit to guarantee your entry. Better still, this two-in-one package also includes an outdoor gondola ride at The Venetian Resort for a fun—and hassle-free—combination experience.

Measuring 550 feet (168 meters) high, the High Roller at The LINQ is the tallest observation wheel in North America—and offers views you won't get anywhere else. Admire sweeping views over Las Vegas during a full revolution in one of the High Roller's air-conditioned compartments. Choose from a day ride to see the landscape glimmer with the hot sun, or a flexible anytime ride. Upgrade to the Happy Half Hour option to enjoy an open bar in your cabin.

Experience ‘MJ Live’ at the Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino, and watch the King of Pop’s most iconic hits come to life in true Las Vegas style. Sing along to your favorite numbers, then dance in the aisles as the show’s talented tribute artists re-enact Michael Jackson’s triumphs, with costumes, dance numbers and a swinging live band.

From the depths of Niagara Gorge - seven decks down - to the heights of the Niagara Falls Observation Tower, get up close to Niagara Falls on a guided half-day tour of one of the world’s top natural wonders. Feel the falls’ power and take a boat journey to their edge on the Maid of the Mist (May to October), then head on the Cave of the Winds for a behind-the-scenes view.

Visit the prettiest spots along the Waterfall Corridor in the Colombia Gorge, without having to worry about parking, with a self-guided electric-bike tour. You and your private group will be outfitted with everything you need for a successful trip, including locks, helmets, and bikes adjusted to your heights, as well as a digital self-guided tour route to help you maximize your time.

Kick start your Niagara Falls USA experience on this short yet unforgettable express tour. Begin with a 20 minute guided stroll through the oldest state park in America, where your local guide brings to life the powerful geology, dramatic history, and daring stunts that shaped Niagara's legend. Next, board the iconic Maid of the Mist for an exhilarating journey into the heart of Horseshoe Falls—feel the thunder, soak in the mist, and capture awe-inspiring views. Your tour also includes access to the Niagara Falls Observation Tower and a hop-on, hop-off Scenic Trolley pass so you can explore Goat Island, Luna Island, and more at your own pace. Want to level up your adventure? Add a thrilling walk beneath Bridal Veil Falls at Cave of the Winds OR soar above it all with the Fallsview Balloon Ride—Niagara’s only aerial experience. Perfect for curious travelers with limited time who want maximum wow-factor in one powerful package.