Garfield Park Conservatory in Chicago is one of the largest covered botanical gardens in the USA. Take a free tour among exotic plants and admire the beauty of nature in a architectural masterpiece.
The Ernest Hemingway Birthplace Museum in Oak Park preserves the home where the famous writer spent his childhood years. You could tour the 1890 Queen Anne house and learn more about the family history.
The Frank Lloyd Wright Home & Studio in Oak Park is a must-visit for all architecture, design, and history lovers. Tour this historic building and take a walking tour to admire 28 other landmarks in the neighborhood.
The Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico is a great region to visit Mayan pyramids, lay down on pristine beaches, and see wildlife in lush rainforests. This realistic list has the best places to see in “The Mayan Riviera”.
Chicago is a city known for its architecture and prominent skyline. Take a walking tour of the Loop and Hyde Park or board a river and lake cruise to see Art Deco, Gothic, Neo-Classical, and modern structures
Sunset Crater Volcano has a combination of craters, lava beds, and colorful sand. You can continue on the Loop Drive to the historic structures in Wupatki. Both parks are nice stops on the way to Grand Canyon.
San Francisco Maritime National Historic Park preserves a fleet of six historic ships. Since all the vessels are over 100 years old, the park enables visitors to go back in time.
Baltimore Historic Ships fleet is an excellent day trip destination in the Charm City. Visit sloop-of-war, lightship, submarine, and cutter while exploring Baltimore Inner Harbor.
The Freedom Trail is an impressive collection of historic monuments, houses, and churches along the red brick path through Boston city center.
The Meeker Mansion in Puyallup, WA is one of the few house museums on the Pacific Coast. Explore this 1890 mansion at your own pace on a self guided tour.
