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United States

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At 9,833,520 km² the United States has the fourth-largest land area in the world, and its 50 states and federal district span enough longitude that the ordinary clock runs from UTC−4 to UTC−10, with the territories reaching −12, +10 and +11. The 2025 population estimate is 341,784,857. Washington, D.C. is the capital and New York the largest city, but neither stands in for the rest of it. Distance is the planning problem here, not choice: a trip works far better as one region covered properly than as anything resembling a national tour.

Reviewed by Elena Voss · Roavina Travel Editor

Cities

Every city catalogued in this country so far, ranked by how much there is to see.

Practical information

Language spoken
English is the principal language; no federal official language
National practical orientation; regional and minority languages may also be used
Dialling code
+1
International calling code; local area and mobile prefixes still apply
Currency
United States dollar (USD)
Use the official local currency; card acceptance varies by place
Emergency number
911
Use only for an emergency; tourist assistance may use a separate number
Plug type
Type A and B · 120 V
Check that chargers support the recorded voltage before using an adapter
Tap water
Not recorded
Water quality is regulated locally; check the current notice for the destination

Planning a visit

  1. January: seasonal closure recorded
  2. February: seasonal closure recorded
  3. March: seasonal closure recorded
  4. April: seasonal closure recorded
  5. May: seasonal closure recorded
  6. June: seasonal closure recorded
  7. July: seasonal closure recorded
  8. August: seasonal closure recorded
  9. September: seasonal closure recorded — this month
  10. October: seasonal closure recorded
  11. November: seasonal closure recorded
  12. December: seasonal closure recorded

Top things to see

Ranked by importance — sitelinks, pageviews and heritage status, not editor preference.

  1. Fenway Park Fenway Park
    02 2 hours

    Fenway Park

    Fenway Park is the Boston ballpark that is home to the Boston Red Sox.

    • Must see
    • Entertainment venue
    • Boston
  2. Disney's Animal Kingdom Disney's Animal Kingdom
    03 2 hours

    Disney's Animal Kingdom

    Disney's Animal Kingdom is a Walt Disney World theme park built around wildlife, conservation and themed adventure. The Tree of Life on Discovery Island is its central icon, carrying more than 300 carved animals.

    • Must see
    • Entertainment venue
    • Orlando
  3. Wrigley Field Wrigley Field
    04 2 hours

    Wrigley Field

    Wrigley Field is a Major League Baseball stadium on Chicago's North Side, serving as home to the Chicago Cubs since 1914. It holds designation as a National Historic Landmark, recognizing its century-long role in American sports architecture.

    • Must see
    • Entertainment venue
    • Chicago
  4. ICON Park ICON Park
    05 1 hour

    ICON Park

    ICON Park is an entertainment complex located on International Drive in Orlando, Florida. It functions as a concentrated destination combining rides, dining options, and entertainment venues in a single pedestrian-friendly area.

    • Must see
    • Entertainment venue
    • Orlando
  5. LEGOLAND Florida Resort LEGOLAND Florida Resort
    06 2 hours

    LEGOLAND Florida Resort

    LEGOLAND Florida Resort is a theme park in Winter Haven, approximately 45 minutes southwest of downtown Orlando. The resort targets families with children aged two to twelve and centres on the LEGO building toy brand.

    • Must see
    • Entertainment venue
    • Orlando
  6. Soldier Field Soldier Field
    07 2 hours

    Soldier Field

    Soldier Field is a historic stadium located on Chicago's lakefront. The venue opened in 1924 and serves as a memorial to American soldiers who have died in wars.

    • Must see
    • Entertainment venue
    • Chicago
  7. Allegiant Stadium Allegiant Stadium
    08 2 hours

    Allegiant Stadium

    Allegiant Stadium is a domed stadium located in Paradise, Nevada, near the Las Vegas Strip.

    • Must see
    • Entertainment venue
    • Las Vegas
  8. Oracle Park Oracle Park
    09 2 hours

    Oracle Park

    Oracle Park is a Major League Baseball stadium located on the San Francisco waterfront in the South Beach neighbourhood. It serves as the home ballpark of the San Francisco Giants.

    • Must see
    • Entertainment venue
    • San Francisco
  9. Dodger Stadium Dodger Stadium
    10 2 hours

    Dodger Stadium

    Dodger Stadium is a Major League Baseball venue located in the Elysian Park neighborhood of Los Angeles. It serves as the home ballpark of the Los Angeles Dodgers.

    • Must see
    • Entertainment venue
    • Los Angeles
  10. Crypto.com Arena Crypto.com Arena
    11 2 hours

    Crypto.com Arena

    Crypto. com Arena is a multi-purpose indoor arena located in Downtown Los Angeles. It serves as the home venue for several professional sports teams, including the Los Angeles Lakers of the NBA and the Los Angeles Kings of the NHL.

    • Must see
    • Entertainment venue
    • Los Angeles
  11. Universal Studios Florida Universal Studios Florida
    12 2 hours

    Universal Studios Florida

    Universal Studios Florida is a movie and television-themed amusement park operated by Universal Parks & Resorts. It opened in 1990 as the original Universal Orlando destination, predating the adjacent Islands of Adventure.

    • High
    • Entertainment venue
    • Orlando
  12. Universal Studios Hollywood Universal Studios Hollywood
    13 2 hours

    Universal Studios Hollywood

    Universal's Hollywood property differs from a resort park built on an isolated site because film and television production shaped the land around it. The terrain explains much of the park's character.

    • High
    • Entertainment venue
    • Los Angeles
  13. Universal's Islands of Adventure Universal's Islands of Adventure
    14 2 hours

    Universal's Islands of Adventure

    Universal Islands of Adventure

    Universal Islands of Adventure is a Universal Orlando theme park built around distinct themed lands, major rides and immersive entertainment. Its character comes from moving through a sequence of designed environments rather than viewing one enclosed collection.

    • High
    • Entertainment venue
    • Orlando
  14. Adventuredome Adventuredome
    15 2 hours

    Adventuredome

    The Adventuredome

    The Adventuredome is an indoor amusement park located at Circus Circus Hotel and Casino on the Las Vegas Strip. It operates under a large pink glass dome visible from outside.

    • High
    • Entertainment venue
    • Las Vegas
  15. Universal's Volcano Bay Universal's Volcano Bay
    16 2 hours

    Universal's Volcano Bay

    Universal Volcano Bay

    Universal Volcano Bay is Universal Orlando’s dedicated water theme park, built around a prominent volcano-themed aquatic setting.

    • Notable
    • Entertainment venue
    • Orlando
  16. Roxie Cinema Roxie Cinema
    17 2 hours

    Roxie Cinema

    Roxie

    Roxie Cinema is an independent nonprofit movie theater in San Francisco’s Mission District. It is a focal point for repertory film culture, presenting independent, documentary, foreign, classic, and hard-to-find works instead of concentrating on mainstream releases.

    • Notable
    • Entertainment venue
    • San Francisco
  17. Sea Life Park Hawaii Sea Life Park Hawaii
    18 2 hours

    Sea Life Park Hawaii

    Sea Life Park

    Sea Life Park Hawaiʻi is a marine park and education attraction at Makapuʻu Point on Oʻahu’s southeastern coast. Its oceanfront setting places marine-animal exhibits and educational experiences between the Pacific Ocean and the Koʻolau Range.

    • Notable
    • Entertainment venue
    • Honolulu
  18. Coral Gables Art Cinema Coral Gables Art Cinema
    19 2 hours

    Coral Gables Art Cinema

    Coral Gables Art Cinema is an independent cinema in Coral Gables serving travelers and residents who want films outside the mainstream multiplex circuit. Its program is associated with art-house, international, documentary, repertory, classic, and festival cinema.

    • Notable
    • Entertainment venue
    • Miami
  19. Fun Spot Fun Spot
    20 2 hours

    Fun Spot

    Fun Spot America

    Fun Spot America Orlando is a compact amusement park on Orlando’s International Drive. It focuses on rides, go-kart tracks, arcade games, and midway entertainment rather than the expansive themed lands found at larger resorts.

    • Notable
    • Entertainment venue
    • Orlando
  20. Jungle Island Jungle Island
    21 2 hours

    Jungle Island

    Jungle Island is a wildlife and adventure attraction on Watson Island, positioned on the causeway between mainland Miami and Miami Beach.

    • Notable
    • Entertainment venue
    • Miami

Source: OpenStreetMap contributors, Wikidata ·

Common questions

How long should a first trip to United States be?

Ten to fourteen days should focus on one US region: New York, Washington, and Boston work together by rail, while San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas form a different trip. Miami, Orlando, and Honolulu each require separate travel time and should not be appended casually.

What entry documents are needed for United States?

US admission depends on passport, visa status, and eligibility for the Visa Waiver Program and ESTA. Confirm both the Department of State visa guidance and Customs and Border Protection requirements for the actual route.

What is the best way to travel around United States?

Domestic flights are often necessary between US regions, while Amtrak is strongest on the Northeast Corridor. A car is unnecessary in New York or Washington but can be useful in Los Angeles and beyond compact city centres.

When is a practical time to visit United States?

April to May and September to October are broad shoulder-season references, not a national weather forecast. Florida heat, western wildfire conditions, hurricane exposure, and Hawaii's trans-Pacific logistics require destination-specific checks.

What money and payment basics apply in United States?

The United States uses the US dollar (USD). Card use is widespread, but taxes, deposits, and gratuities can make the final amount differ from the displayed base price; keep a second payment method for holds or terminal failures.

What practical safety details should I save for United States?

Dial 911 for police, fire, or medical emergencies in the United States. Type A and B sockets use 120 V; national tap-water safety is not recorded here, so consult the local utility or accommodation.