North America Attractions

The Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site or the Cahokia Mounds is the location of a pre-Columbian Native American city. It is in Collinsville, Illinois, US. The mounds are the largest…

Just like its name, CocoCay is a short and sweet island, 55 miles north of Nassau, the capital of Bahamas. The island is quite tiny and as such, one is…

History After three years of construction, the University of Phoenix Stadium- a truly modern multipurpose facility, opened its doors to the public on 1 August 2006. The sod-turning ceremony was…

History The American Red Cross was founded by Clara Barton and a group of like – minded people in Washington, D.C on 21 May, 1881. Barton, on her visit to…

The Dupont Circle in Northwest Washington, D.C., was meant to be a traffic circle in the original plan by Pierre Charles L’ Enfant. It stands at the intersection point of…

The official name of the Washington National Cathedral is the Cathedral Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul. An Episcopal church, the Cathedral is also a ‘national house of prayer’…

Set in the East Potomac Park on the southern threshold of the Tidal Basin in Washington, DC, Jefferson Memorial or Thomas Jefferson Memorial monument was built in the memory of…

The land of the lakes and volcanoes, has a hidden gem for historians and archaeologists in the form of the Mayan ruin, Tazumal is part of the larger archaeological zone…

The breathtaking view of the turquoise blue lake Coatepeque ensconced in the eastern arms of the Lago de Coatepeque, a volcanic caldera in El Salvador, is reward enough for the…

El Salvador will never disappoint a soccer fan. Estadio Cuscatlan, the biggest stadium in Central America, is located in San Salvador. El Salvador also has another football stadium named after…

The El Boqueron National Park in El Salvador sits atop the San Salvador volcano. With ornamental tropical flowers like ‘cartuchos’, hydrangeas, begonias and wild ‘sultanas’, the park is a wonderful…

Eponymously named Butchart Gardens with luxuriant vegetation offer a reprieve from the strict routine. The commodious gardens are meticulously laid. The limestone paths are built along the psychedelic collection of…

Get ready for a date with the mountains. Leave the monotony of your regular life, pick up your backpack and go! Mount San Jacinto is the second highest peak in…

The scenic road to Hana is one of the top tourist attractions on the Hawaiian Island of Maui. The town of Hana is not the focus of attraction, but the…

The USS Arizona Memorial is a melancholy place dedicated to 1,177 sailors who died on December 7, 1941. Also known as the Pearl Harbor Memorial, it draws over 1,500,000 visitors…

The Haleakala National Park, located on the island of Maui, is home to a giant shield volcano. The Haleakalā volcano is 10,023 ft (3055 m) high. It is, in fact,…

The volcanic crater of Hanauma Bay on Oahu Island, Hawaii is one of the best snorkeling destinations of the world. The bay has a preservation park with the same name.…

The CN Tower, originally named the Canadian National Tower, is a communications tower used for broadcasting various media, and an observation tower. At the time it was built, the tower…

The Polynesian Cultural Center located in Laie, is one of the top tourist attractions in Hawaii. The place comprises of recreated villages that exhibit the essence of the Polynesian culture,…

Around 4.7 million people visit Napa Valley every year. And it’s not just the delectable taste of its wines; Napa Valley is known for its mesmerizing landscape as well. What…

Space Center Houston is the visitor center of the Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center, which is NASA’s center for spaceflight activities. The Space Center is open to the public, displaying…

The Hoover Dam is an arched dam in the Colorado River’s Black Canyon.  The dam’s location is exactly on the border between Arizona and Nevada. Constructed from concrete during the…

Designated a National Monument in 1915, Dinosaur National Monument located on the southeast flank of the Uinta Mountains, in the USA, contains fossils of dinosaurs such as the Allosaurus and…

Mesa Verde National Park preserves the cliff dwellings of the ancestral Puebloan people known as the Anasazi. The park spreads over more than 52,000 acres in the Montezuma County in…

Built as a marketplace and meeting hall, Faneuil Hall is a popular tourist attraction in Boston. The building was mostly burnt down in a fire in 1761, but it was…

The Shedd Aquarium is home to more than 22,000 fish and over 32,000 creatures in total, from about 1,500 species, including fish, marine mammals, birds, snakes, amphibians, and insects. With…

Lincoln Park Zoo, established in 1868, is one of the oldest zoos in the United States. It is particularly well known for its collection of apes that live together in…

The adventure at John Hancock Observatory begins when visitors enjoy the 40-second ride up the fastest elevator in the whole of North America. The 1,000 feet tall building shows people…

Chaco Culture National Historical Park is part of the National Park System of the United States. It is noted for archeological sites of the ancient indigenous Chaco culture of the…

Mammoth Cave National Park in Kentucky, United States is a United Nations World Heritage Site. Spanning across an area of 52,830 acres (21,380 hectares), it is the world’s longest known…

A symbol of unity and freedom, the Lincoln Memorial was built in Washington DC to honor the 16th president of the USA, Abraham Lincoln. This historical monument is not only…

The Washington Monument is an obelisk at the National Mall in Washington, USA. It was built in memory of the first President of the United States, George Washington. The site…

The home and executive office of the President of USA, the White House, has stood as a symbol of the government and power of America for over two hundred years.…

The US Capitol houses the meeting chambers of the Senate and the House of Representatives, the two bodies that compose the legislative branch of the US government. The construction of…

One of the most iconic attractions in the world, Times Square has become a symbol of the bustling city and thriving culture of New York. Named after the newspaper ‘The…

The top tourist attraction in Chicago, Navy Pier is an entertainment center of the city. Navy Pier extends out onto Lake Michigan, and features rides and attractions, restaurants, theaters, museums,…

Niagara Falls is a group of massive waterfalls located on the Niagara River on the border between the United States and Canada. North America’s most powerful waterfalls – the Niagara…

A symbol of freedom, the Statue of Liberty stands in the New York Harbor, welcoming newcomers to the United States. In 1984, the Statue of Liberty was added to the…

Call it Gothic, call it a fairy tale, the Carson Mansion is one of the few pieces of architecture in the world that manages to baffle its viewers about its…

Do you want to go to Boston by sea? Well then, be prepared to pass through the venerable Gateway of Boston, in the mighty Rowes Wharf. If you are exploring…

Death Valley National Park is a place of extremes, as both the hottest and driest place in the country, as well as the largest national park in the contiguous United…

The University of Alaska (AK) Museum of the north is an important visitor attraction and the only research and teaching museum in Alaska. The collections in the museum represent thousands…

Opened in 1976 the California State Railroad Museum is a tribute to the role of the “iron horse”, which connected the state to the rest of the country. It features…

In a city best known for its historic wonders, Copley Square offers a breath of fresh air with its exquisite architectural wonders. Right across the street, you have the famous…

The Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia is one of the most famous and widely known spots of the city. This huge patch of verdant greenery is a leafy oasis amidst the ever…

The Panama Canal allows ships to pass through and access the West Coast of the United States. The Panama Canal, finished in 1915, was an important part of history, taking…

Philadelphia Museum of Art is one of the most important art museums in Pennsylvania, USA. Located in one of the country’s culturally vibrant cities, Philadelphia Art Museum boasts of an exclusive…

The Portland Japanese Garden, Oregon, has evolved into a great tourist attraction. This garden is a traditional lush green Japanese garden encompassing an area of 5.5 acres of the Washington…

Pioneer Courthouse Square is one of the major tourist attractions in Portland, Oregon. According to the statistics, more than 26,000 people pass by the Square each day. Many people visit…

Masonic Temple is one of the major tourist attractions in Philadelphia. The temple is a magnificent example of Gothic architecture. This huge architectural wonder consists of several rooms and halls…

The Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina is a popular destination for its panoramic views. At the entry of the road, the board reads “6053 ft., highest elevation Blue Ridge…

Of all major tourist attractions in and around Oregon, Hells Canyon draws a large number of tourists throughout the year. The canyon boasts of three long rivers named Imnaha, the…

Get ready to be swayed by the moves of the ocean sunfish, as it makes waves behind its majestic tail. Examine the marvels of the yellowfin and bluefin tuna at…

Liberty Bell is one of the major attractions in Philadelphia. Folklores tell of a huge chime which brought in a period of change and development in the year 1776 when…

Crater Lake National Park in Oregon is one of the most preferred tourist attractions for travelers who come to spend their vacation every year in this beautiful province of USA.…

One of the LA area’s major attractions, Universal Studios Hollywood offers a look behind the scenes of some of the biggest films ever made. Universal Studios Hollywood theme park’s main…

Lake Superior is the largest of the Great lakes and the largest freshwater lake in the world by surface area (but not by volume). The lake is situated along the…

Get ready to confront nature like no other. Get ready to experience your wildest dreams. So you do not want to be tied up behind a cubicle your whole life?…

California may bring to mind pictures of beaches and Hollywood but there’s actually a lot more. Take for instance, the California State Capitol, home to the government administration and a…

Eagle Beach is one of the top beaches in the Caribbean, with powdery white sands and clear blue waters. Eagle Beach, along with several other popular beaches on Aruba, like…

Deadhorse is a small, remote community in the far north of Alaska, which exists primarily as a base for oil workers, and has more recently become a popular tourist spot.…

Copper Canyon is a system of canyons in northern Mexico, which were formed from six rivers that eventually all flow into the Rio Fuerte, a big river that meets the…

Las Vegas Las Vegas is the world’s entertainment capital, with casinos and gambling, live performances, nightclubs, roller coasters, and more. At night the Strip offers stunning views with multi-colored lights…

A resort and water park on an island in Bahamas, Atlantis is designed to resemble the legendary lost city of Atlantis. Kerzner transformed the island into a paradise within eight…

Templo Mayor in Tenochtitlan (now Mexico City), the main temple of the Aztecs, was a place to make offerings to the god of war, Huitzilopochtli, and the god of rain…

The reef consists of carnivores called polyps, which prey on small sea creatures that float by catching them with twinging tentacles. These multi-colored corals are eye-catching. Other organisms found in…

Katmai was first established as a National Monument in 1918, to protect the area surrounding Novarupta volcano, which formed the Valley of Ten Thousand Smokes with its pyroclastic flow after…

Universal Orlando Resort contains two theme parks, Universal Studios Florida, and Islands of Adventure. The Resort also offers entertainment, shopping, and luxury hotels. Universal Studios Florida, like its counterpart in…

Chichen Itza is an archaeological site built by the Maya civilization of Mexico in 750 to 1200 AD. These ruins of an ancient city center offer insights into the civilization…

Imagine a world where colourful lobsters swim with gorgeous goosefish, exotic sea urchins and sharp shorebirds. Prepare to meet the hell guards of Poseidon as you enter a kingdom of…

There are a few landmarks you never want to miss while at Boston. One of them is the citadel of the state government: the Massachusetts State House. The Senate and…

Hear the whispers of history from behind the rustling leaves of fabled trees. Relive historical moments of hope, belief, motivation and courage. This is where the colonial militia revved up…

Bandon in Oregon, United States, boasts of some of the most scenic beaches in the world. Located in a coastal town, Bandon beach greets you with its charm and scenic…

Cavendish Beach at Cavendish, Prince Edward Island. Located in the mouth of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, on the island of Prince Edward in Canada, Cavendish Beach is picture perfect.…

West Side Market, Cleveland comprises an indoor as well as an outdoor market. At the outdoor market, visitors will find dozens of vendors selling fresh fruits and vegetables. The wide…

Dominical is a great place for surfers and swimmers, but certainly not for novices. It is also an ideal getaway for backpackers, explorers, adventurers, or for those who seek to…

With roller coasters, water rides, and animal exhibits, SeaWorld is a popular destination for families to spend the day in San Diego, California. Various attractions at SeaWorld makes it one…

Ilulissat Icefjord is a fjord, or narrow waterway, lined by steep cliffs, on the west coast of Greenland. The fjord was formed from the Jakobshavn Isbrae glacier, one of the…

Bottom Beach is one of the most scenic and unspoilt beaches of Barbados. It is also one of the top tourist attractions of this beautiful country. An increasingly popular destination…

The Cedar Point Amusement Park in Ohio is a popular tourist spot that attracts the visitors touring the city. This is also a favorite holiday destination located on the Lake…

People think America is all about great food, great shopping and high lifestyle. While all of the above are true, there are still places in the country that depict the…

Canadian Rockies are a part of the enormous North American rocky mountain range. The Rockies are frequented by adventure lovers. A majority of tourists cherish the views of the breathtaking…

Alaska is one of the greatest tourist spots on earth. But what makes it an attractive landscape even to Americans is the Kenai Peninsula, a dreamy stretch of land jutting…

Out of all the posh areas of the US, there is one that stands out in terms of history, culture and affluence – the Back Bay area of Boston. It…

Central Park, New York is one of the most renowned and frequently visited tourist destinations of New York. The history of Central Park, New York City is quite interesting as…

SeaWorld is a very popular theme park and marine-life zoo in Orlando, Florida. The park hosts many educational programs, shows, exhibitions and other fun experiences, making it immensely popular with…

St. Patrick’s Cathedral is the biggest cathedral church of North America which has been designed according to the Neo-Gothic style. St. Patrick’s Cathedral in North America is the seat of…

The Public Garden was the first botanical garden established in the United States in 1837 to be accessible to general public. The city had organized a competition in order to…

An internationally renowned institution, the Art Institute of Chicago is a museum that houses art collections from around the world. Its origins can be traced to the Chicago Academy of…

Salvation Mountain is Leonard Knight’s gift to God, coming with an important message- “God is Love.” This unique destination located in California is 50 feet high, 150 feet wide and…

The Metropolitan Museum of Art has a fine collection of American art. It is the largest art museum in New York City. The museum opened in 1872 while it was…

Great Slave Lake is a large, deep lake located in the Northwest Territories of Canada, and a popular site to fish in both the summer and the winter. It is…

Mount Rushmore National Memorial on Mount Rushmore is located near Keystone in South Dakota, USA. It is one of the most iconic monuments representing the United States internationally. Set against…

A crater lake (and an endorheic lake, meaning it does not flow into the sea), Lago de Atitlan is the deepest lake in Central America, with a maximum depth 340…

Located in Yellowstone’s Midway Geyser Basin, Excelsior Geyser is the largest geyser in the world. The geyser is largely dormant these days. The last major eruptions of the geyser were…

Monument Valley is a sweeping but desolate landscape within the precincts of the Navajo Indian Reservation on the Utah-Arizona border. The Monument Valley represents the quintessentially American West with the…

Carlsbad Caverns National Park in the Guadalupe Mountains is a United States National Park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located in southeastern New Mexico, the greatest attraction of the…

Spanning over an area of 1,347 acres, the Devils Tower is a monolith – an igneous intrusion of phonolite in Crook County, Wyoming in the Unites States. The Devils Tower…

Home to one of the  most active volcanoes on Earth, the Kilauea volcano, and one of the world’s most massive volcanic mass, Mauna Loa, the Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park is…

Bryce Canyon National Park in southwestern Utah is one of the best places to understand the tremendous force that Nature is. At the heart of the national park is the…

Darien National Park is a large natural park and preserve located in Eastern Panama’s Darien province, extending along most of the Panama-Colombia border. The region included in Darien National Park…