The 10 best US cities for staycations this summer

Staycations will be the norm this summer.George Frey / Getty

• WalletHub found the top 10 cities for staycations this summer amid the coronavirus pandemic.
• Plano, Texas; Boise, Idaho; and Tampa, Florida, round out the top three cities.
• To determine the top cities for staycations, WalletHub considered factors such as walking feasibility, bike access, and the share of homes with swimming pools.

Summer is just around the corner, and many people are wondering how to enjoy the weather while also staying safe amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Since most places around the country will remain closed or open at limited capacity, and many families will see some financial hardships, most will turn to staycations.

WalletHub studied over 180 cities using key metrics to determine the best cities for staying at home. They considered factors like square footage of homes, the number of homes with swimming pools, walking feasibility, and bike access. The company also took into account the strictness of each city's stay-at-home orders.

When enjoying time outdoors in your city, it's important to check the most up-to-date information in your area and to follow the most recent guidelines for health safety.

Keep reading to find out which cities made the top 10.