Highlights
North America — Top 10 Highlights
Explore the essentials of North America with precise pins and a quick-scan overview—clean, fast, no popups.
North America — Top 10 Highlights (Overview)
| Name | Since | Why go | Significance | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Statue of Liberty | 1952 | Experience a piece of Americana at Seattle's iconic Alki Beach Park. | Symbol of freedom and democracy, installed by Boy Scouts in 1952. | Outdoor |
| Grand Canyon National Park | 1919 | Marvel at breathtaking vistas of one of the world's natural wonders. | UNESCO site showcasing geological history, influence in conservation. | Outdoor |
| The Alamo | 1836 | Explore a historic site pivotal to the Texas Revolution. | Site of the 1836 battle symbolizing Texan resistance. | Outdoor |
| Golden Gate Bridge | 1937 | Walk or bike across this iconic engineering marvel in San Francisco. | Recognized as a Wonder of the Modern World, symbolizes innovation. | Outdoor |
| Yellowstone National Park | 1872 | Discover diverse wildlife and geothermal wonders, like Old Faithful. | First national park worldwide, pioneering nature conservation efforts. | Outdoor |
| Banff National Park | — (natural) | Great views and atmosphere. | Signature landmark of the destination. | Outdoor |
| Smithsonian Institution | — | Experience the remarkable feat of visiting the highest permanent structure in the contiguous U. S. | This historic shelter, erected in 1909, stands on the summit of Mount Whitney in Sequoia National Park. | Museum |
| Old Quebec | — (natural) | Explore the charms of Old Quebec, an area rich in history and cultural significance. | This UNESCO World Heritage site showcases French colonial architecture and has been a pivotal location since its founding in the early 17th century. | Outdoor |
| Alcatraz Island | — (natural) | Visit Alcatraz Island to explore its storied past as a notorious federal prison and its stunning views of San Francisco Bay. | Alcatraz Island, once a federal penitentiary, played a crucial role in U. S. history and is known for its infamous former inmates and its role in Native American civil rights | Outdoor |
“Since” dates are indicative (construction/first record/UNESCO/natural). Natural sites are marked “— (natural)”.