International Students Top Ten Best US Cities to Visit
You want to visit the USA to see and experience America in the most fulfilling way possible but are limited in time and finances to do so. Many international students face this same dilemma and know it is impossible to see it all. They need to choose the cities that offer them the most opportunity to see, experience, and live American culture.
Here is a comprehensive look at the top 10 best US cities for those of you looking to travel to the US and to see the best. Read and decide for yourself where you want to travel and experience while here.
1. New York City, New York
A truly unique, diverse, and exciting city, New York City is the home to Broadway and shopping galore. New York is uniquely American while maintain an international flare. One fallacy this author found was that many New Yorkers are extremely busy and impatient with tourists and visitors and can often inadvertently appear rude.
2. Washington D.C., the center of our Government
This city is more of a monument, or a collection of museums and iconic buildings, distributed in a symmetrical array along the “Mall”. The national museums and art galleries are also mostly free of charge – this is one visit that is easy on the wallet. Can’t miss.
3. Boston
Boston is one city that has it all. In the greater Boston area alone there are more college students per capita than any other city in the US. There are more than 100 colleges and universities and it is rumored that English is spoken best here. Boston is known for having a European vibe and the absolute best time to visit is the summer or fall when the energy in the air is addictive as is the foliage.
4. San Francisco
Perhaps the most beautiful of American cities, S.F. is built on on and around a hilly peninsula that is served by the antique cable car system. Great tourist destination, with Fishermans Wharf, Alcatraz prison, and the Golden Gate bridge. Mild weather and a very tolerant, “anything goes” atmosphere.
5. The Windy City, Chicago
No trip to the US is complete without a mid-point stop in Chicago. Chicago has many nicknames, one of which is the “Windy City” named after its windy city streets that run through the tall skyscrapers creating wind tunnels. In Chicago you can find it all, from entertainment to fine dining, this is a must see city while you visit the US.
6. LA, California
LA is like a series of highways connected together overlapping than a city with a clear center to it. You will need a car and a lot of patience but making the drive to the beautiful beaches of Santa Monica, star watching in Hollywood, shopping on Rodeo Drive, and staring at the mansions of Beverly Hills is worth the trip. The area is very spread out and overall there is a mellow feel to the entire area.
7. Miami Beach, Florida
Unbelievable beaches in a tropical environment year round, Miami located in Southern Florida is full of Latin American flair all without needing a passport. Try out Little Havana for some “Ropa Veija” and authentic Cuban dish you will not soon forget.
8. Orlando, Florida
Not so much a city as a “Theme park destination” (that’s how they market themselves), this place is for you if have a Disney fascination or just love high-adrenalin thrill rides at Universal Studios or Sea World. Very exciting and also exhausting, don’t come here to relax.
9. Las Vegas, “the city that never sleeps”
This is Orlando for grown-ups. You can do it all here – literally. The hotel themes are interesting enough that you don’t even really need to gamble to appreciate it, but it helps. Red Rock Canyon 20 minutes outside of the city is a beautiful natural wonder. Temperatures in summer often top 100 degrees F (40 degrees C).
10. San Diego
With its great weather, miles of sandy beaches, and major attractions, San Diego is known worldwide as one of the best tourist destinations for people of all ages and form all backgrounds. Known for any things but you cannot visit here without visiting the best zo in the country.
Bon voyage!(French) Have a good trip!
