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National Geographic announces the world’s best tourist destinations in 2027. Five of the 25 world locations are located in the United States, covering cities, coastal roads, mountain culture, and natural landscapes on outlying islands.
“National Geographic” magazine has released its “World’s Best” travel list for next year, selecting 25 tourist destinations worth visiting around the world. Among them, five places in the United States are on the list for their amazing landscapes, food, and unique cultural places.
The state capital ranks as the number one American destination to visit, due to its lakeside activities and local cuisine. Located between Lakes Mendota and Monona, Madison features beautiful avenues and green spaces and is home to several universities, including the University of Wisconsin–Madison.
Part college town, part natural green space and state capital, Madison has a unique charm that blends popular nightlife with endlessly expansive trails.
“National Geographic” said the city of approximately 290,000 residents is suitable for exploring on foot or by bicycle, and the city has been certified by the League of American Bicyclists. Madison reportedly has over 200 miles of walking and biking trails.
These walking and biking trails connect neighborhoods, beaches, and nearly 300 parks; National Geographic states that Madison has the highest number of parks per capita among cities in the United States. Cyclists can cycle along a 13-mile loop of Lake Monona, which will pass through the Olbrich Arboretum and end on the city’s Madison Waterfront.
The Dane County Farmers Market is held in Capitol Square every Saturday in the summer, attracting up to 20,000 visitors; It is the largest produce market in the United States, offering flowers, baked goods, and fresh vegetables.
After the Pacific Coast Highway was closed for three years after a landslide in Big Sur, some of its most scenic stretches have reopened, giving travelers the chance to see stunning views of California’s coastline.
National Geographic points out that little-known arts communities are located along the highway. At the southern end of the street, artist-populated Laguna Beach will celebrate its centennial in 2027; The town center not only has direct access to the beach, but also a new pedestrian walkway with boutiques, art galleries, outdoor performance spaces and alfresco dining areas.
Located in Lompoc on the Central Coast, there is an art trail made up of more than 30 murals that reflect the city’s agricultural roots as well as the wine-producing area known as the “Wine Ghetto.”
North of Lompoc is the one-block dairy farming town of Harmony, which has a population of just 18 people. The town is famous for its limited-edition handmade ice cream at Harmony Valley Creamery, as well as local businesses such as glass workshops and ceramic studios and art galleries.
The northern end of the highway amasses more artistic areas, such as Mendocino County and Fort Bragg, where there are exhibition spaces and galleries such as Pacific Textile Arts.
Located in the center of the United States, the Southern Ozarks region extends across Missouri and Arkansas and is home to spectacular cliffs, canyons, and ranges.
