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50 States | 50 Recommendations ⛰️✨
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items I have made it a personal goal to see every state in the U.S. I'll break down recommendations of places that are a must place to go, from food to landmarks. I will set aside a different section for states that I have NOT visited and will make sure to...
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States I Have Visited 🛬
States I have not visited 🛫
States I have visited | Missed out on checking this out 🥲
States I Have Visited 🛬
Places I've had the opportunity to visit. From food recommendations to landmarks to activities.
Seattle Space Needle, you can purchase your tickets prior to arriving. There's a restaurant up top that turns as well.
Washington State | Space Needle
Must place to stop at, fresh seafood, throwing fish across shops, fresh flowers, amazing hand crafted jewelry and the gum wall
Washington State | Pike Place Market
First Starbucks opened, across the street from Pike Place. To my surprise it was a Bronze/Gold color, no green. Small shop, little line depending on the time you go.
Washington State | First Starbucks
Take a ride on a Ferris, pull a "Derek Shepherd" from Greys Anatomy moment ✨
Washington State | Ferries
Take a trip down Forks, Washington where majority of Twilight scenes took place.
Washington State | Twilight Tours In Forks
If you travel to national parks, get a "passport" get them stamped! If you're a veteran or military family you get free entrance to all national parks
Washington State | Mount Rainier National Park
Take a short hike up to the bridge, or go behind the falls.
Oregon State | Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
Unfortunately Crater lake will be under repairs until further notice (2028) they do have live cameras to check it out via online
Oregon State | Crater Lake National Park
Love this aquarium, I remember the field trip we had and the girls had the opportunity to sleep in the shark tunnel.
Oregon State | Coast Aquarium
Enchanted Forest, has all the dwarfs from Snow White, amusement park as well.
Oregon State | Enchanted Forest
Great place to feel like a child while learning new things and being hands on
Oregon State | OMSI
Great place for architecture and scenery
Oregon State | Pittock Mansion
Great place to learn about the history of Oregon and the trail
Oregon State | End of the Oregon Trail Interpretive Center
Going at sunset is the best part
New Mexico | White Sands National Park
Replica of the Titanic/Museum, Ifly, Alcatraz East Museum, Dolly Parton "Dollywood"
Tennessee | Gatlinburg
Absolutely breathtaking, surrounded by all the states on the building, the view of all the memorials from his sight
Washington D.C Lincoln Memorial (U.S. National Park Service)
Breathtaking, there's an elevator you can take up and have a better view. Elevator will be closed if weather isn't sunny
Washington D.C | Washington Monument
They do free tours, you have to go through their website, you can also stand in line. Depending on the day and if they have any availability. Please check their website prior to anything!
Washington D.C | United States Capitol
Lincoln Theater, where everything happened. They also have the booth available to see, they have a small and quick gift shop. Across the theater is his home, you can see it as well as his bedroom.
Washington D.C | Lincoln Theatre
They have the original flag, with the constitution. Amazing exhibits and one exhibit that changes monthly. I'd recommend bringing a lunch box for food as they don't have the best options for food or affordable prices for the food.
Washington D.C | National Museum of American History
Texas | San Antonio River Walk
Great place to go see, names are also shared. History relived as well as several floors, demonstrations and how the sailors lived
North Carolina: Battleship North Carolina
States I have not visited 🛫
Places I have been wanting to visit but have not had the opportunity. From landmarks, food recommendations and activities to do in the area.
Would love to see this place, Yellowstone national park actually is in three states. Wyoming (majority of it), Montana & Idaho
Wyoming | Yellowstone National Park
Home to North America’s tallest peak (Denali), this vast park delivers dramatic mountain vistas, tundra wildlife viewing, and backpacking or bus tours. Wilderness immersion here is unparalleled; plan for seasonal access and guided options.
Alaska: Denali National Park and Preserve
Glacier-carved fjords, tidewater glaciers, and abundant marine life: whales, sea otters, and puffins, aboard scenic boat tours deliver one of Alaska’s most photogenic and wildlife-rich
Alaska: Kenai Fjords National Park
Interactive cultural village and performances teach Indigenous traditions, crafts, and storytelling. Families appreciate hands-on demonstrations, traditional games, and seasonal events that bring Alaska’s native cultures to life.
Alaska: Alaska Native Heritage Center
Seasonal market offering fresh salmon, baked goods, crafts, and local flavors. Sampling regional seafood and indigenous-inspired fare makes the market a lively place to taste Alaska’s culinary identity.
Alaska: Anchorage Market & Festival
Easy-access glacier viewing with interpretive trails and visitor exhibits. It’s a dramatic, accessible example of Alaska’s ice landscapes; ranger talks and short hikes deliver big nature payoff even for families.
Alaska: Explore Mendenhall Glacier: Juneau's Scenic Outdoor Gem
States I have visited | Missed out on checking this out 🥲
The Space & Rocket Center is both museum and hands-on learning playground, perfect for kids and adults interested in spaceflight. Interactive simulators, rockets, and Apollo artifacts inspire curiosity about STEM and space history.
Alabama: U.S. Space & Rocket Center
Wide sugar-white sand beaches, family-friendly shallow waters, and sunset views make Gulf Shores ideal for relaxation and water play. Nearby amusement piers, seafood shacks, and nature trails provide variety for every traveler.
Alabama: Gulf Shores & Orange Beach
Alabama’s Gulf Coast and inland BBQ culture offer savory comfort food. Enjoy fresh seafood or smoked ribs with local sides; casual, authentic dining often features local brews and friendly southern hospitality.
Alabama: The BBQ Joint at Orange Beach
A deeply moving museum and interpretive center that explains the Civil Rights Movement’s local and national impact through exhibitions, oral histories, and artifacts. Important for understanding social history and civic change
Alabama: Explore Birmingham's Civil Rights History
Tour the WWII-era USS Alabama for immersive military history, then take scenic bay rides. The combination of outdoor decks, exhibits, and hands-on displays appeals to families and history buffs alike.
Alabama: USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park
One of the world’s great natural spectacles: vast vistas, layered geology, and hiking options from easy rim walks to multi-day backcountry treks. Sunrise/sunset rim views and guided ranger programs amplify the experience.
Arizona | Grand Canyon National Park
Iconic red sandstone formations, scenic drives, and short hikes make Sedona a top stop for photography, spirituality seekers, and outdoor recreation. Art galleries, shops, and sunset vistas add cultural charm.
Arizona | Red Rock State Park