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I've traveled to all 50 states. These are the 7 most overrated tourist attractions in the US.
I've traveled to all 50 states. These are the 7 most overrated tourist attractions in the US.
Emily HartSep 26, 2024, 19:31 IST
<p class="ingestion featured-caption">I wouldn't plan trips around some of the major US tourist attractions.Emily Hart</p><ul class="summary-list"><li>I've visited all 50 states and most major <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/best-tourist-attractions-in-us-been-to-every-state-2024">US tourist attractions</a> — some of which I found overrated.</li><li>I wouldn't plan trips around the Four Corners Monument or Mount Rushmore.</li></ul><p>I love visiting kitschy or unique tourist landmarks on a road trip or weekend getaway. In fact, after <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/50-states-ranked-according-to-frequent-traveler-2024-8">visiting all 50 states</a> solo, I've enjoyed my short visits to nearly all the major tourist attractions in the United States.</p><p>However, in retrospect, I've found some to be overrated and not places I'd plan an entire trip around.</p><p>Here are the seven tourist attractions I think are overrated.</p>
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The Four Corners Monument doesn't offer much beyond a photo opportunity.
At Four Corners Monument, visitors can stand in Colorado, Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico simultaneously.Emily Hart
In New Orleans, I'd recommend visiting Frenchmen Street over Bourbon Street.
Bourbon Street is one of New Orleans' most famous attractions, but it can be overwhelming.Emily Hart
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South Dakota's Black Hills region offers more than just Mount Rushmore.
I wouldn't plan an entire trip around visiting Mount Rushmore.Kurt Nichols/Shutterstock
The Las Vegas Strip is near the top of my list of overrated destinations.
I prefer Fremont Street over the Las Vegas Strip.Paparacy/Shutterstock
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I wouldn't visit Times Square more than once on a New York City trip.
When it comes to New York City attractions, I prefer the High Line or Little Island over Times Square.Benjamin Lebrun/Shutterstock
The line for photos at the Southernmost Point of the US in Key West, Florida, is often extraordinarily long.
Key West, Florida, has incredible culture, museums, and outdoor recreation.Emily Hart
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I recommend avoiding Salem, Massachusetts, in October.
Beware of the Halloween crowds visiting Salem, Massachusetts, in October.Heidi Besen/Shutterstock