50 states
Five national parks to visit virtually
Can't travel to these five national parks right now? Through a National Park Service partnership with Google, anyone can enjoy nature from their home.
New national monuments named in two Western states
President Obama designated two national monuments on lands in Utah and Nevada, protecting archaeological sites, dinosaur tracks and fragile ecologies.
State fairs: Livestock, music, food on a stick
Want a taste of America? Stop by a state fair! With rides, music, food and fun, state fairs are a long-standing tradition.
Washington, D.C.: The Mall, planes and pandas
Welcome to the capital! Find annual attractions like the Independence Day fireworks show and the Cherry Blossom Festival or tour one of the many museums.
Kansas: Sunflowers, sleek jets and civil rights
In Kansas, you'll find a homage to an American classic film, a civil rights historical site and an airplane powerhouse.
Oregon: Mountain peaks, waterfalls and beach resorts
In Oregon, enjoy water features including the Pacific Ocean, waterfalls, and creeks trickling through public gardens.
Missouri: Gateway Arch, ragtime music and Clydesdale horses
Visiting the U.S.? There are 50 states to see in all. Missouri is known as the "Gateway to the West.” Check out the music, and maybe even the horses.
Texas: The Alamo, Mission Control and oil gushers
Visiting the United States? There are 50 states in all. It's been said that everything is bigger in Texas. Tour the Alamo and enjoy lively festivals.
Montana: Big Sky Country, Glacier National Park and the Old West
Be a cowboy (or cowgirl) in Montana! Its vast landscape is filled with parks and wildlife; watch a geyser erupt or enjoy outdoor winter sports.