Places to see in America vacation sights in America Explore things to do in America

Sometimes you just want to get out and explore. We try to strike a good balance of places that you will really enjoy. Finding ideas for family friendly outings, or interesting places to go in America with your friends, both are at your fingertips here with America Top 10. We aim to give you plenty of ideas without you having to do all the research. That way you can easily decide if you want to explore America sites or check out the sites in another state.

You have also heard how it is becoming a lot more popular to have staycations (where you stay home instead of going to far off places) and discover new and interesting places in the near vicinity. We try to make that easier for you. Check out the sites in America that have become local favorites easily with our site.

We hope that we have provided you plenty of choices in America whether this is a new area for you or your own back yard. Something a little different from the typical amusement park. If you really loved somewhere but don’t see them on our list let us know, we are always looking to improve our lists and we can only do that with your help.

Sugar House Park

Salt Lake City, UT

Sugar House Park, considered a “crown jewel” among regional parks in the Salt Lake Valley, comprises 110.5 acres of lush, rolling green space in the Sugar House neighborhood of Salt Lake City, Utah.

Lakeside Park

Fort Wayne, IN

Lakeside Park exists on land that was purchased from the Fort Wayne Land and Improvement Company in 1908. Until then, Lakeside Park was only a low-lying area prone to flooding and stagnation from the waters of the St. Joseph River. In 1912, it was decided that beautifying the water-retaining depressions would be less expensive and safer for the community than to simply fill them.

America’s Packard Museum

Dayton, OH

America’s Packard Museum was founded in 1992 by Dayton attorney and long-time car collector Bob Signom. The museum has become a popular destination for travelers and residents alike. The museum’s neighborhood has been named Dayton’s Motorcar District.

Funtown Splashtown USA

Saco, ME

The park is home to such attractions as the Excalibur Roller Coaster, the Dragon’s Descent Turbo Drop, & the Tornado super waterslide. Now with over 50 rides, water slides and pools, families will create memories that will last a lifetime. As Northern New England’s largest water and amusement park, Funtown Splashtown USA attracts families from around the region. The park is home to the Excalibur wooden roller coaster and Dragon’s Descent Turbo Drop; the largest and tallest rides in Northern New England.

Fort Fun

Fort Collins, CO

Experience the youthful excitement of the new Mountain West while enjoying a setting filled with nostalgic reminders of its historical past. Woven gently into the fabric of Fort Fun are educational tidbits. One of their Mini-Golf courses, for instance, features local historical buildings and area landmarks.

Red River National Wildlife Refuge

Bossier City, LA

Red River NWR is located in the Red River Valley which historically was forested with bottomland hardwoods, cypress sloughs and shrub/scrub swamps, providing a variety of habitats for wildlife. In the early 1800’s, settlers began clearing land for homesteads and farms after the Louisiana Purchase. The mid-1800’s brought more clearing for cotton farming and during the mid-1900’s, deforestation accelerated with the increase in soybean prices.

Cody Trolley Tours

Cody, WY

Cody Trolley Tours is a tourist ride in the area of Cody. The establishment employs two live narrators, poster-sized historical photos, pass-around ruins and amusing audio clips, to share the story of world-famous William F. “Buffalo Bill” Cody while they highlight historic locations, picturesque landscapes, geology, wildlife and old and new west attractions in and around the Cody, Wyoming area.

Living History Farms

Urbandale, IA

Living History Farms in Urbandale, Iowa, tells the amazing story of how Iowans transformed the fertile prairies of the Midwest into the most productive farmland in the world. While at the 500-acre open-air museum, visitors travel at their own pace through five historical time periods spanning 300 years. On-site interpreters provide a unique learning environment of seasonal activities and demonstrations.