These Are America's Best Vacation Spots

Summer is here, and that no doubt has families thinking about vacation. Whether you want a beach vacation, a camping adventure or something that isn’t too heavy on the wallet, there are plenty of good vacation spots right here in the United States.

According to a new set of rankings released Tuesday by U.S. News and World Report, the U.S. is home to a number of vacation spots. Nationally, New York City takes first place as the best vacation spot in the U.S., with Philadelphia in second place and Honolulu coming in third.

New York City and Philadelphia also take first and second place, respectively, for the most historic places to visit in the U.S.

“Whether you’re seeking a remote getaway or a weekend trip, the destinations on our list are highly recommended by seasoned travelers and industry experts,” Gwen Shearman, travel editor at U.S. News, said in a press release. “From cities and beach towns to national parks, we’ve identified the top spots for every traveler.”

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If you're looking for an affordable vacation, U.S. News recommends the Grand Canyon in Arizona or San Antonio, Texas. And if you'd rather opt out of the hustle and bustle of the city, there are plenty of small towns U.S. News recommends. Topping the list of best small towns to visit in the U.S. is Sonoma, California. Breckenridge in Colorado comes in second, and Asheville, North Carolina, takes third.

Here's how the rankings stack up across categories:

Best Places To Visit In The USA:

1. New York City, New York
2. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
3. Honolulu-Oahu, Hawaii
4. Maui, Hawaii
5. San Francisco, California
6. Grand Canyon, Arizona
7. Sonoma, California
8. Washington D.C.
9. New Orleans, Louisiana
10. San Diego, California
11. Kauai, Hawaii
12. Hawaii-The Big Island
13. Breckenridge, Colorado
14. Boston, Massachusetts
15. Miami, Florida
16. Los Angeles, California
17. Charleston, South Carolina
18. Yosemite, California
19. Seattle, Washington
20. Asheville, North Carolina
21. Park City, Utah
22. Denver, Colorado
23. Savannah, Georgia
24. Big Sur, California
25. Yellowstone, Wyoming

Best Affordable Destinations In The USA:

1. Grand Canyon, Arizona
2. San Antonio, Texas
3. Las Vegas, Nevada
4. Tucson, Arizona
5. Albuquerque, New Mexico
6. Memphis, Tennessee
7. Williamsburg, Virginia
8. Salt Lake City, Utah
9. Phoenix, Arizona
10. Gatlinburg, Tennessee
11. Jacksonville, Florida
12. Dallas, Texas
13. Raleigh, North Carolina
14. Daytona, Florida
15. Branson, Missouri
16. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
17. Biloxi, Mississippi

Best Historic Places To Visit In The USA:

1. New York City, New York
2. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
3. San Francisco, California
4. New Orleans, Louisiana
5. Washington D.C.
6. Boston, Massachusetts
7. Charleston, South Carolina
8. Yosemite, California
9. Savannah, Georgia
10. Yellowstone, Wyoming

Best Small Towns To Visit In The USA:

1. Sonoma, California
2. Breckenridge, Colorado
3. Asheville, North Carolina
4. Park City, Utah
5. Lake Tahoe, California
6. Monterey, California
7. Steamboat Springs, Colorado
8. Jackson Hole, Wyoming
9. Juneau, Alaska
10. Aspen, Colorado
11. Miami Beach
12. Sedona, Arizona
13. Santa Fe, New Mexico
14. Vail, Colorado
15. St. Augustine, Florida

Best National Parks To Visit In The USA:

1. Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming
2. Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee
3. Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona
4. Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii
5. Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
6. Sequoia National Park, California
7. Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado
8. Yosemite National Park, California
9. Mount Rainier National Park, Washington
10. Zion National Park, Utah

The experts at U.S. News analyzed more than 300 destinations to come up with the rankings, combining travelers’ opinions with expert and editor analysis.

What do you think of the rankings? Will you be traveling to any of these places soon? Let us know in the comments below!

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