1. Alki Beach Park

9.4
1702 Alki Ave. SW, Seattle, WA
Playa · Alki · 102 tips y reseñas

HISTORYHISTORY: This two-and-a-half-mile strip of sandy beach is one of the most popular beaches in the area, and it was also where Seattle's first non-Native American settlers spent their first winter.

2. Discovery Park

9.5
3801 Discovery Park Blvd, Seattle, WA
Parque · Magnolia · 83 tips y reseñas

HISTORYHISTORY: Although the park has a beach it's not a prime spot for swimming as the water's cold & the beach rocky. One trail extends to Puget Sound & after a lengthy walk you'll find a lighthouse and tide pools.

3. Viretta Park

151 Lake Washington Blvd. E, Seattle, WA
Parque · Harrison-Denny Blaine · 3 tips y reseñas

HISTORYHISTORY: Viretta Park has become a landmark of sorts in recent years thanks to the late Kurt Cobain, who died in the shingled house to the north of the park. Fans leave flowers & other offerings on the benches

4. Kubota Garden

8.5
9817 55th Ave S, Seattle, WA
Jardín · Rainier Beach · 23 tips y reseñas

HISTORYHISTORY: Fujito Kubota, a master gardener & landscaper, gave this park to Seattle in 1987. These splendid acres of lush greenery, feeding ponds & footbridges are painted bright red with gold accents.

5. Majestic Theatre

9.1
245 W 44th St (btwn 7th & 8th Ave), New York, NY
Teatro · Theater District · 239 tips y reseñas

HISTORYHISTORY: Opened on March 28, 1927 with the musical Rufus LeMaire's Affairs and the current home to Phantom of the Opera, the longest-running production in Broadway history.

6. Times Square

8.4
Broadway & 7th Ave (btwn W 42nd & 47th St), New York, NY
Plaza · Theater District · 2357 tips y reseñas

HISTORYHISTORY: This area was originally named Longacre Square but was renamed in 1904 when the NY Times moved to the skyscraper now known as One Times Square at 42nd St., famous for the Times Square Ball drop.

7. Puente de Williamsburg

(Williamsburg Bridge)
Williamsburg Bridge, Brooklyn, NY
Puente · 201 tips y reseñas

HISTORYHISTORY: After completion in 1903, the Williamsburg Bridge set the record for the longest suspension bridge. The record was broken in 1924 when the Bear Mountain Bridge was completed.

8. Waterfall Garden Park

8.1
219 2nd Ave S (at S Main St.), Seattle, WA
Parque · Pioneer Square · 37 tips y reseñas

HISTORYHISTORY: The dominant materials in this Pioneer Square park are wood, concrete and water. It's like stepping into a Zen water and rock garden.The splashing water drowns out traffic noise and soothes the soul.

9. Gas Works Park

9.5
2101 N Northlake Way, Seattle, WA
Parque · Wallingford · 137 tips y reseñas

HISTORYHISTORY: Located on the north shore of Lake Union, the park has excellent water views and a spectacular, unobstructed view of the city skyline. It is a popular spot for concerts.

10. Ride the Ducks

8.1
516 Broad St (5th Ave & Broad St), Seattle, WA
Boat or Ferry · Lower Queen Anne · 46 tips y reseñas

HISTORYHISTORY: The 90-minute tour includes such attractions as the Pike Place Market and Pioneer Square .Then this strange vehicle plunges into Lake Union. The tour cruises past many houseboats and other lake sights

11. Soldier Field

8.8
1410 S Museum Campus Dr (btwn McFetridge Dr & Waldron Dr), Chicago, IL
Estadio de fútbol · Musuem Campus · 210 tips y reseñas

HISTORYHISTORY: Opening in 1924, it has played host to Army-Navy & Notre Dame-USC football; the Chicago Bears moved here in 1971. The field has been featured in films, including Clint Eastwood's Flags of Our Fathers.

12. Instituto de Arte de Chicago

9.5
(The Art Institute of Chicago)
111 S Michigan Ave (btwn Monroe St & Jackson Dr), Chicago, IL
Museo de arte · Grant Park · 686 tips y reseñas

HISTORYHISTORY: The collection encompasses more than 5,000 years of human expression from around the world & more than 260,000 pieces. The Modern Wing was opened in 2009 & is the largest expansion in their history.

13. ZaCH Kleberg Theatre

8.0
1510 Toomey Rd (Lamar & Riverside), Austin, TX
Teatro · Zilker · 11 tips y reseñas

HISTORYHISTORY: Artistic director Dave Steakley's company offers eight to 10 plays a season, crossing genres to include classics, avant-garde and musicals.

14. Covert Park at Mt. Bonnell

9.3
3800 Mount Bonnell Rd, Austin, TX
Parque · 88 tips y reseñas

HISTORYHISTORY: It's said that if a couple climbs the 100 stairs to the top of Mount Bonnell once, they fall in love; twice, they'll become engaged; and after three times, it's inevitable they'll get married.

15. Chicago Botanic Garden

9.4
1000 Lake Cook Rd (btwn Green Bay Rd & Skokie Hwy), Glencoe, IL
Jardín botánico · 128 tips y reseñas

HISTORYHISTORY: 23 gardens showcase the best plants from the Midwest in a variety of beautiful settings. 3 native habitat areas including woodland, prairie & river habitats feature native & endangered flora from IL.

16. Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

9.1
4801 La Crosse Ave (Sundrop Valley Dr), Austin, TX
Jardín · Circle C Ranch · 36 tips y reseñas

HISTORYHISTORY: This special place exists to introduce people to the beauty and diversity of wildflowers and other native plants. The Wildflower Center brings life to Mrs. Johnson's vision in its public gardens.

17. Museo Field de Historia Natural

9.2
(The Field Museum)
1400 S Lake Shore Dr (at McFetridge Dr), Chicago, IL
Museo histórico · Museum Campus · 357 tips y reseñas

HISTORYHISTORY: The museum was incorporated in 1893 as the Columbian Museum of Chicago, but the name was changed in 1905 to Field Museum of Natural History to better reflect its focus on the natural sciences.

18. Shedd Aquarium

8.7
1200 S Lake Shore Dr (at Solidarity Dr), Chicago, IL
Acuario · Museum Campus · 448 tips y reseñas

HISTORYHISTORY: It's the world's largest indoor aquarium with over 8,000 aquatic animals representing over 700 species. The Marine Mammal Presentation features staff interacting with whales & dolphins as they dive.

19. Lincoln Park Zoo

9.1
2001 N Clark St (btwn Fullerton Pkwy & LaSalle Dr), Chicago, IL
Zoológico · Lincoln Park · 283 tips y reseñas

HISTORYHISTORY: Est. in 1868, the zoo is among the oldest & most modern zoological gardens in the country. Its intimate setting enables guests to experience the thrill of getting up close to different animals.

20. Austin Galleries

1219 W 6th St, Austin, TX
Galería de arte · Old West Austin · 1 tip

HISTORYHISTORY: located in downtown Austin's West End Gallery District. From 19th Century paintings to 20th Century Modern prints; Austin Galleries features one of the largest collections in Texas.

21. KLRU-TV

2504-B Whitis Avenue, Austin, TX
Estación de televisión · University of Texas-Austin · 3 tips y reseñas

HISTORYHISTORY: Debuted in 1975 with Willie Nelson on stage and has continued to celebrate pioneering talent in a live setting. A top flight list of talent has originated from the Austin-based PBS broadcast.

22. El Cortez Hotel & Casino

6.6
600 Fremont St (at N 6th St), Las Vegas, NV
Casino · 108 tips y reseñas

HISTORYHISTORY: This casino opened in 1941 and was owned by Benjamin "Bugsy" Siegel who sold it to fund the construction of the Flamingo Hotel.

23. Miami Beach Convention Center

1901 Convention Center Dr (at 19th St.), Miami Beach, FL
Centro de convenciones · City Center · 75 tips y reseñas

HISTORYHISTORY: Muhammad Ali was an underdog when he met Heavyweight Champ Sonny Liston for their 1st fight on Feb. 25, 1964. By the 6th round Liston grew tired & failed to come out for the 7th & handed his belt over

24. Houston Museum of Natural Science

9.2
5555 Hermann Park Dr (at Caroline St.), Houston, TX
Museo de Ciencias · 199 tips y reseñas

HISTORYHISTORY: The live butterfly exhibit fascinates children as does the Challenger Learning Center with its intro to space science. Spend time exploring the dinosaur exhibit, if you need a break enjoy an IMAX film

25. Frontiers of Flight Museum

8.5
6911 Lemmon Ave (at W University Bl), Dallas, TX
Museo · 23 tips y reseñas

HISTORYHISTORY: The museum is an assembly of artifacts celebrating the history of flight. From Leonardo Da Vinci to the Space Age, each display is carefully organized to provide in-depth info on aircraft history.

26. Cedar Ridge Preserve

8.9
7171 Mountain Creek Pkwy (Long Canyon Trail), Dallas, TX
Reserva natural · 30 tips y reseñas

HISTORYHISTORY: The beauty of Texas can be experienced with a hike through the 630-acre preserve. Along the way you can view ponds, wildflowers & a butterfly garden before arriving at vistas & an observation tower.

27. Dallas Zoo

8.8
650 S R L Thornton Fwy (at S Marsalis Ave), Dallas, TX
Zoológico · 98 tips y reseñas

HISTORYHISTORY: Dallas Zoo encompasses 95 acres of exotic and traditional zoo animals. Visitors are greeted at the entrance by the tallest statue in Texas—a 67.5 foot giraffe.

28. Dallas Museum of Art

9.4
1717 N Harwood St (at Flora St), Dallas, TX
Museo de arte · Arts District · 145 tips y reseñas

HISTORYHISTORY: This museum holds a renowned collection of treasures and timeless exhibits. Permanent collections include Ten Treasures, highlighting the key areas of the museum's interests.

29. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden

9.3
8525 Garland Rd (at Whittier Ave.), Dallas, TX
Jardín botánico · 157 tips y reseñas

HISTORYHISTORY: Off the shores of White Rock Lake lies the garden of a lifetime. The lush, perfectly manicured landscapes hold a treasure trove of trees, bushes & flowers that are sure to make anyone green with envy.

30. St. Marks School of Texas

10600 Preston Rd, Dallas, TX
Colegio secundario · 4 tips y reseñas

HISTORYHISTORY: Can an all-boys, uniform-wearing, college-prep school produce serious rockers? St. Mark's School did in the 1950s when Steve Miller teamed up with Royce Scaggs to form their first band, The Marksmen.