North America

288 places in North America

• What to see and do in Newark, DelawareVisited July 2009Newark is a city in Delaware which is situated in the northern part of the state, just a few miles south of the Pennsylvania state line. Newark is home to the University of Delaware and is known for its small-town charm and lively college atmosphere.
• What to see and do in Oklahoma City, OklahomaVisited April 2014Oklahoma City is the capital of the state of Oklahoma. The city was founded during the Land Run of 1889, when settlers rushed in to stake their claims on the land that had been opened for settlement by the US government. Oklahoma City grew rapidly in the early 20th century as an oil boomtown, and later became a major transportation hub and commercial center for the region.
• What to see and do in Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaVisited March 2008Philadelphia is located in the state of Pennsylvania and it has a rich history as one of the original 13 colonies that declared independence from Great Britain in 1776. It played a significant role in the American Revolution, serving as the meeting place for the Continental Congress and the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Philadelphia is home to the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and other American Revolutionary sites.
• What to see and do in Phoenix, ArizonaVisited March 2011Phoenix is the capital of Arizona, U.S. It lies at the north end of the Sonora desert along the Salt River in the south-central part of the state.  The city sits in the Valley of the Sun which is surrounded by old volcanic peaks to the north and east. It is dotted with small volcanic mountains including Camelback, Squaw Peak, and South Mountain. These mountains reach elevations of about 2,600 ft.
• What to see and do in Plymouth, MassachusettsVisited July 2006Plymouth is a historic coastal town located in Massachusetts on Cape Cod Bay south of Boston. It is known for its significant role in American history, as it was the site of the first permanent English settlement in New England and the location where the Mayflower, the ship that transported the Pilgrims to the New World in 1620, landed.
• What to see and do in Portland, OregonVisited February 2007Portland, Oregon is located in the Pacific Northwest at the confluence of the Willamette and Columbia Rivers. The snow-capped Mount Hood is nearby. It’s known for its parks, bridges, bicycle paths, microbreweries and coffeehouses. Washington Park contains a formal Japanese Garden, the Oregon Zoo and its railway.
• What to see and do in Providence, Rhode IslandVisited October 2011Providence is the capital city of the state of Rhode Island.  Providence was founded in 1636 by Roger Williams, a religious dissident who was seeking a place where he could practice his beliefs without persecution. The city played a significant role in the American Revolution, with local residents participating in events such as the Gaspee Affair and the Burning of HMS Liberty.
• What to see and do in Qaqortoq, GreenlandVisited August 2024Qaqortoq is the largest town in southern Greenland and serves as an important cultural and economic hub for the area. Its name means "The White One," referring to the surrounding landscape, which often becomes snow-covered during winter. The town is set in a scenic area with surrounding mountains, fjords, and islands, providing striking natural beauty.
• What to see and do in Quebec City, Quebec, CanadaVisited September 2015Québec City is the capital of the French speaking Canadian province of Quebec. It is one of the oldest cities in North America, having been founded in 1608 by French explorer Samuel de Champlain. The city is located on the Saint Lawrence River and has a rich history, reflecting its colonial heritage and French roots.
• What to see and do in Reno, NevadaVisited October 2023Reno is a city in the northwest section of Nevada, near the Nevada-California border. It is about 22 miles north from Lake Tahoe. It is known for its casino and tourism industry. Reno is in the the Truckee River valley on the eastern side of the Sierra Nevada mountains.  The city is named after Major General Jesse L. Reno, who was killed in action during the Civil War at the Battle of South Mountain on Fox’s Gap in Maryland.
• What to see and do in Salt Lake City, UtahVisited October 2008Salt Lake City is the capital city of the state of Utah in the western United States. It is situated in a valley surrounded by mountains, including the Wasatch Range to the east and the Oquirrh Mountains to the west. The first American explorer in the Salt Lake area was Jim Bridger in 1825.  The Great Salt Lake is separated from Salt Lake City by extensive marshlands and mudflats.
• What to see and do in Savannah, GeorgiaVisited June 2020Established in 1733, Savannah is a port city separated from South Carolina by the Savannah River. It’s known for manicured parks, horse-drawn carriages and antebellum architecture. Its historic district is filled with cobblestone squares and parks shaded by oak trees covered with Spanish moss.   Tybee Island and Ft Pulaski are located 18 miles east of Savannah at the mouth of the Savannah River.
• What to see and do in Seattle, WashingtonVisited May 2019Seattle, Washington is a major seaport located on Puget Sound in the Pacific Northwest. The city was named in honor of Chief Si'ahl of the local Duwamish and Suquamish tribes in 1852.  One of Seattle's most famous landmarks is the Space Needle, which was built for the 1962 World's Fair. It offers stunning views of the city and surrounding area.
• What to see and do in Sedona, ArizonaVisited December 2015Sedona, Arizona is located in the northern part of Arizona, about 120 miles north of Phoenix, and is situated in the Verde Valley.  It is a popular tourist destination known for its stunning red sandstone rock formations and natural beauty. The rock formations appear brilliant orange and red when lighted by the rising or setting sun.
• What to see and do in Skagway, AlaskaVisited May 2019Skagway is a small town in Alaska, located at the northern end of the Inside Passage, near the border with Canada. The town has a rich history, as it was a major gateway for the Klondike Gold Rush of 1898. The gold-rush-era buildings in Skagway are preserved as part of the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park. The White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad runs vintage locomotives following the Chilkoot trail as it climbs over White Pass into Canada.
• What to see and do in St Paul, MinnesotaVisited November 2020Saint Paul is the state capital of Minnesota and it forms the "Twin Cities" with neighboring Minneapolis. It is located in the southeastern part of the state, along the banks of the Mississippi River. The Cathedral of Saint Paul sit on a white rock bluff over the Mississippi river and looks down over the city.
• What to see and do in Stowe, VermontVisited June 2020Stowe is a picturesque town located in Lamoille County, Vermont, in the northeastern United States. It is situated in the Green Mountains and is known for its natural beauty, historic charm, and outdoor recreation opportunities. One of the main attractions in Stowe is the Stowe Mountain Resort, which offers skiing and snowboarding in the winter and hiking, mountain biking, and other activities in the summer.
• What to see and do in Sydney, Cape Breton Island, CanadaVisited September 2015Sydney is a port city located in Nova Scotia, Canada.  Sydney was the capital of Cape Breton Island until 1820 when it merged with Nova Scotia.   During the world wars, it was a staging area for convoys of ships headed to England.
• What to see and do in Toronto, Ontario, CanadaVisited March 2001Toronto is the capital of the province of Ontario and is located in the southeastern part of Canada. It is the most populous city in Canada. Toronto is known for its diverse cultures and is considered one of the most multicultural cities in the world. It is home to a large number of immigrants from all over the world, which has contributed to its rich culture and diverse cuisine.
• What to see and do in Vail, ColoradoVisited November 2010Vail, Colorado is a world-renowned ski resort situated in the Rocky Mountains and it has been named the top ski resort in North America numerous times.  Vail Mountain rises from 8,120 feet to 11,570 feet , giving a vertical rise of 3,450 feet.  It has a 5,289 acres of skiable area with 33 ski lifts and 193 marked skiing trails.
• What to see and do in Victoria, British Columbia, CanadaVisited May 2019Victoria is the capital city of the Canadian province of British Columbia, located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island. Victoria is known for its picturesque architecture, gardens, and mild climate, which has earned it the nickname "The Garden City".
• What to see and do in Virginia City, NevadaVisited October 2023Virginia City is located in Nevada. It was founded in 1859 with the discovery of the Comstock Lode, one of the richest silver deposits in the world. The town quickly became a boomtown, attracting fortune-seekers and miners from all over. The Virginia City mines produced vast amounts of silver and gold, which contributed significantly to the economic development of the region and the country.
• What to see and do in Washington, D.C.Visited February 2013Washington, D.C. is the capital city of the United States of America.  It is located on the east coast of the country, between the states of Maryland and Virginia. The city is named after the first President of the United States, George Washington, and the "D.C." in its name stands for "District of Columbia".
• When to see the Northern Lights, Greenland and IcelandVisited August 2024The Northern Lights, also known as the Aurora Borealis, are a stunning natural phenomenon best viewed in high-latitude regions like Greenland and Iceland. They occur when charged solar particles collide with Earth's magnetic field, producing colorful lights that dance across the night sky.