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National politics, historic monuments, museums, theatres, art galleries and quirky festivals – the U.S. capital city has a lot to offer.

Bridging the gap between uptown and the downtown Arts Precinct, this Dallas park offers peaceful walks, panoramic views and cultural delights.

With its mission of being universally interesting, this museum is popular for learning and being inspirational. Visit it in a building that has history itself.

Drive down a beautiful oak avenue to see replicas of colonial wattle-and-daub huts at this large state historic site just outside Savannah.

This enormous art deco installation gives free regular water and light shows symbolizing the power and might of Lake Michigan.

Discover thousands of plants inside the historic centerpiece of San Diego’s Balboa Park, which was originally built for the 1915 Panama–California Exposition.

Enjoy 360-degree views and learn about the history of St. Louis at this world-famous landmark.

For many years before the Battle of the Alamo, this city in southern Texas was part of Mexico. See the missions that remain from earlier times.

This huge city-centre park is home to a range of fantastic cultural institutions, and it’s also a lovely place for a walk.

Pay tribute to fallen heroes at a thought-provoking monument to those who lost their lives during the three- year Korean War.

Listen to the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra in this concert hall recognized as an internationally renowned architectural landmark.

Visit some of America’s finest historic national monuments and a host of world-class museums along this strip of beautifully landscaped recreational area.

Discover this lovely little park as you take a walking tour of lower Manhattan. Stop at its visitor center to pick up information for the rest of your trip.

Enjoy 360-degree views and learn about the history of St. Louis at this world-famous landmark.

The sun always seems to shine in Southern California, where you can enjoy some of the country’s best weather on gorgeous beaches, in family theme parks and at iconic landmarks. 

See some of the world’s greatest performing arts events in one of the most culturally rich cities on the planet in this large architecturally impressive complex.