Things To Do in Central United States,

Activities, attractions and tours
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Central United States Attractions

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Activities and Tours

Central United States is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Central United States to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Central United States Attractions

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Top places to visit

1. Great Smoky Mountains National Park

The beauty and diversity of Great Smoky Mountains National Park explain why it is the most visited of the U.S. national parks. Enjoy nature, wildlife and the quiet peace of endless forests.
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park showing tranquil scenes, forests and a house

2. Dollywood

From adrenalin-pumping roller coasters to kiddie rides, seasonal festivals to live music , museums and historic buildings, find boundless fun for the entire family at the Dollywood theme park. Opened in 1986 by legendary country singer Dolly Parton, Dollywood is the highlight of the trip to Pigeon Forge for many people. It attracts over 2 million visitors per year.
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Dollywood showing signage and rides

3. AT&T Stadium

Take your seat in the viewing stands with 80,000 others to cheer on the NFL Dallas Cowboys at the magnificent AT&T Stadium. Come here to watch a concert, monster truck event, motocross competition or other activity and enjoy action replays on one of the largest high-definition screens in the world.
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AT&T Stadium featuring interior views

4. Wrigley Field

Fans of baseball know Wrigley Field as the long-time home of the Chicago Cubs. Built in 1914, this is one of the oldest and best-known ballparks in the US. Some of the most memorable moments in baseball history have been played out here, including Babe Ruth’s now famous “called shot” in 1932 during the World Series. He allegedly pointed to the bleachers, predicting that he’d hit a home run, and then did. Legendary Cubs player Ernie Banks nicknamed the stadium "The Friendly Confines" because fans were wild about their team and ballpark. Catch a game and mingle with the passionate locals if you’re in town March through September.
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Wrigley Field featuring central business district, a city and a sporting event

5. Bourbon Street

Located in the middle of the French Quarter, the oldest neighborhood in New Orleans, Bourbon Street saw the growth of jazz as a new and individual music genre. It was here in the early 1900s that local musicians such as Jelly Roll Morton and King Oliver experimented and developed a sound now known as jazz. Off-beat and full of energy, Bourbon Street has come to embody the qualities this music is famous for the world over.
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Bourbon Street which includes street scenes and a city

6. Six Flags Over Texas

The Six Flags Over Texas theme park has been entertaining visitors for 50 years. The name refers to the six nations that have ruled over the Dallas area: France, Spain, Mexico, the Republic of Texas, the Confederate States of America and the United States of America. The park is divided into nine themed sections. The Mexico and Spain sections feature themed food and entertainment relating to those nations. Looney Tunes USA has rides and the Looney Tunes Mall, where you can buy merchandise and souvenirs, and ice cream from Cold Stone Creamery.
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Six Flags Over Texas featuring rides and a garden

Recommended things to do in Central United States

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What to do in Central United States

Discover the most popular places to visit in Central United States

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Great Smoky Mountains National Park

4.5/5(45 reviews)

America’s most visited national park offers blue mountain ridges, forested hiking trails, a variety of wildlife and bits of Southern mountain history.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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Dollywood

4.5/5(23 reviews)

This amusement park owned by country singer Dolly Parton lures fans with its roller coasters and children’s rides, museums and live music and theater shows.

Dollywood
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AT&T Stadium

5/5(63 reviews)

Relax and enjoy the atmosphere as you watch the Dallas Cowboys in their stunning stadium, one of the largest in the NFL.

AT&T Stadium
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Wrigley Field

4.5/5(158 reviews)

Tour the iconic grounds and catch a game March through September at Chicago’s beloved baseball stadium.

Wrigley Field
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Ark Encounter

5/5(27 reviews)

Have a fun-filled day at Ark Encounter and see why people love this amusement park in Williamstown. Discover the restaurants and museums in this family-friendly area.

Ark Encounter
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Six Flags Over Texas

4.5/5(13 reviews)

Get your adrenalin pumping at this theme park, home to the tallest and fastest roller coaster in Texas.

Six Flags Over Texas
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Six Flags Fiesta Texas

3.5/5(11 reviews)

Enjoy the rides and games at Six Flags Fiesta Texas and see why this is a favorite theme park in San Antonio. Experience the entertainment choices and lively festivals in this family-friendly area.

Six Flags Fiesta Texas
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Bourbon Street

4/5(527 reviews)

The birthplace of jazz is a vibrant city boulevard where the history and music of New Orleans comes to life.

Bourbon Street
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American Airlines Center

4.5/5(53 reviews)

Catch an event at American Airlines Center during your trip to Dallas. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

American Airlines Center

Explore areas of Central United States

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Downtown Chicago

Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views, and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Grant Park and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Chicago
Downtown Nashville which includes a city, a sunset and boating

Downtown Nashville

4/5(517 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and great live music are just a few highlights of Downtown Nashville. Make a stop by Broadway or Nissan Stadium while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Nashville
French Quarter which includes street scenes, a city and heritage architecture

French Quarter

4.5/5(557 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in French Quarter. Check out top attractions like Bourbon Street and Canal Street, and jump on the metro at Dumaine St Station or Ursulines Ave Stop to see more of the city.

French Quarter
Downtown Austin showing street scenes and an administrative buidling

Downtown Austin

4/5(86 area reviews)

Downtown Austin is popular for its fantastic nightlife. Explore top sights like Sixth Street and Paramount Theatre, and you can get around town on the metro at Downtown Station.

Downtown Austin
Discovery Green which includes a city, central business district and a high rise building

Downtown Houston

4/5(79 area reviews)

Known for its abundant dining options and live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Houston. Top attractions like Toyota Center and Minute Maid Park are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Central Station Main or Theater District Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Houston
Reunion Tower which includes a city, a sunset and a high rise building

Downtown Dallas

4/5(109 area reviews)

Travelers love Downtown Dallas for its popular shops, and you can see more of Dallas by jumping on the metro at Akard Station or Saint Paul & Federal Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Dallas City Hall and Majestic Theater.

Downtown Dallas