United States travel guide

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United States

Discover United States - from its landmark cities to its most memorable landscapes and experiences.

Top Experiences

Top experiences in United States

Live experience inventory from our Viator partnership - real ratings, real reviews, real prices.

Hamilton and Washington Revolutionary Walking Tour Live

Hamilton and Washington Revolutionary Walking Tour

5.0(200)·3 hr

From

$53

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NYC Private Walking Tour Live

NYC Private Walking Tour

5.0(185)·4 hr

From

$1700

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Central Park Pedicab Tour– Top Highlights Live

Central Park Pedicab Tour– Top Highlights

5.0(164)·1 hr

From

$40

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Top Cities

Where to go in United States

The cities and regions travellers plan their United States trips around.

City guides for United States are coming soon.

Hotels

Stays in United States

Live hotel inventory powered by our Booking.com partnership - every booking supports TourBookings.

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Road Trips

Iconic drives in United States

Self-drive routes that turn a trip into the story of a lifetime.

Road trip itineraries for United States are coming soon.

Travel Guide

Practical tips for United States

What every first-time visitor should know before they go.

Currency

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Language

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Power / Plug

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Visa

Check visa requirements for your passport before travel.

Top tips

  • Book flagship tours and hotels early in peak season.
  • Local SIM or eSIM keeps navigation and translation easy.
  • Travel insurance is strongly recommended.

Weather

United States at a glance

Weather varies by region and season - check forecasts close to your travel dates.

Jan

5° / 15°

Northern winter / southern summer

Apr

10° / 20°

Shoulder season

Jul

18° / 28°

Peak northern summer

Oct

12° / 22°

Autumn / spring

Best Time to Visit

When to travel to United States

Shoulder months usually offer the best mix of weather, availability and pricing in United States.

Peak

Peak season varies by region

Shoulder

Shoulder months typically offer the best value

Off-season

Off-season is quieter with lower prices

Featured Tours

Hand-picked tours in United States

A curated selection of tours travellers rate most highly right now.

NYC Central Park guided Pedicab Tour - 1 hour Live

NYC Central Park guided Pedicab Tour - 1 hour

5.0(148)·1 hr

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$44

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NoLita's Past and Present Food & History Tour with FNYT Live

NoLita's Past and Present Food & History Tour with FNYT

5.0(115)·3 hr

From

$99

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Central Park Private Pedicab Tour Live

Central Park Private Pedicab Tour

5.0(108)·2 hr

From

$43

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FAQs

United States travel questions

Real answers to the questions our travellers ask most.

Is United States safe for tourists?+

United States is a popular destination - as always, take normal travel precautions and follow official advice.

What's the best way to get around United States?+

A mix of domestic flights, rail and rental cars usually works best - the right combination depends on your itinerary.

Do I need travel insurance for United States?+

Yes - comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended for any international trip.