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Best time to go
Spring and autumn suit most regions. Summer is best for the northern parks and Alaska; winter for the desert southwest and skiing. The country is huge, so check the climate of each region you'll visit.
Top places
Things to do
National parks
- Rim views and hikes in the Grand Canyon
- Valleys and waterfalls in Yosemite
- Geysers and wildlife in Yellowstone
Cities
- Museums and skyline walks in New York
- Hills, bridges and bay in San Francisco
- Live jazz and Creole food in New Orleans
Road trips
- The Pacific Coast Highway in California
- Red-rock loop through Utah's parks
- A stretch of historic Route 66
Coast and food
- Tacos, barbecue and food trucks coast to coast
- Beaches from Miami to Malibu
- Diner breakfasts and craft beer everywhere
Costs
| What it costs | Typical |
|---|---|
| Hostel dorm, per night | $25 to $45 |
| Budget hotel or guesthouse, per night | $75 to $140 |
| Mid-range hotel, per night | $160 to $300 |
| Meals, per day | $30 to $65 |
With a partner, rooms, taxis and boats are the easy things to share. Our guide to splitting travel costs with a travel partner has a simple way to keep track. Estimates in US dollars, for planning only.
Getting around
A rental car is the way to see most of the country; big cities have transit and ride-hailing. Domestic flights are cheap and bridge the long coast-to-coast distances.
How many people visit
International arrivals to the United States over the most recent years with data, roughly number 1 of 6 in its region by reported arrivals.
Source: UN Tourism (UNWTO) and the World Bank, updated 15 Jan 2026. * Latest estimate.
Key facts
- Largest city
- New York City
- Languages
- English
- Population
- 341.8 million (2025)
- Area
- 9,372,610 km² (3,618,783 mi²)
- Calling code
- +1
- Region
- North America
Travelling solo in the United States
Arriving alone is fine: plenty of people start a United States trip on their own, and a travel partner can be someone you share one day with or the whole route.
- Healthcare is costly: travel insurance is essential here.
- At night, use a licensed taxi or a ride-hailing app rather than an unmarked car.
- Carry a copy of your ID and leave the original in your accommodation safe.
Meeting someone new? Talk here first, meet somewhere public, and read our travel safety guide.
Visa check
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Travelling to the United States with a travel buddy
How do I find a travel buddy for the United States?
Make a free profile and add your United States trip with rough dates. You will see travelers going on your dates and open trips to the United States you can ask to join, or you can post your own trip and let partners find you. Asking to join a trip is always free.
When is the best time to visit the United States?
Spring and autumn suit most regions. Summer is best for the northern parks and Alaska; winter for the desert southwest and skiing.
How much does a day in the United States cost?
Typical costs, in US dollars: hostel dorm, per night: $25 to $45; budget hotel or guesthouse, per night: $75 to $140; mid-range hotel, per night: $160 to $300; meals, per day: $30 to $65. These are estimates for planning only. With a travel partner, rooms and taxis are easy to share.
Is the United States good for solo travelers?
Arriving alone is fine: plenty of people start a United States trip on their own, and a travel partner can be someone you share one day with or the whole route.
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