Post written in collaboration with Mary Davis.

With the current pandemic going on, we can’t partake in our usual habits, let alone travel as we once did. At least for now! When it is safe to travel again, there are so many beautiful places to visit in the USA, especially with your family. 

Here are 10 American icons to see at least once in a lifetime:

1. The Statue of Liberty

The Statue of Liberty is an iconic neoclassical sculpture that is the symbol of America and also one of freedom. It stands at 151 feet high located on Liberty Island in New York Harbor, and it was gifted to the United States from France. 

2. The Chrysler Building 

The Chrysler Building is an Art Deco-style skyscraper located in Manhattan. Used as an office building, the structure draws a number of visitors due to its architectural design and impressive height of 1,046 feet. The construction of the Chrysler Building began in 1928, back when people were determined to make NYC home to the tallest building in the world. 

3. Grand Canyon

The Grand Canyon is an incredibly beautiful natural site. It is carved out by the Colorado River and the eye can follow the river valley for miles. You can go hiking, catch gorgeous sunset views, and visit other natural sites in Arizona nearby such as Horseshoe Bend.

4. Mount Rushmore 

Mount Rushmore, located in South Dakota, is a sculpture with 60-foot faces of US presidents Lincoln, Roosevelt, Jefferson and Washington carved into the side of a mountain.

5. Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls, located on the border between Canada and the United States, is made up of 3 huge waterfalls: the American Falls, the Bridal Veil Falls, and the Horseshoe Falls. One of the most popular spots in Niagara Falls State Park is the Observation Tower that gives you a view of all 3 waterfalls.

6. Golden Gate Bridge 

The Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco is an iconic structure and one of the world’s most beloved bridges. It stretches over the Pacific Ocean to connect the city of San Francisco to Marin Country.

7. Yellowstone Park 

Yellowstone National Park is a must-see for nature lovers. You can hike, camp, visit the famous ‘Old Faithful’ geyser, and take in the beauty of this 3,500-square-mile park situated in Wyoming, Montana and Idaho. After 14 years of creation, the sculpture was first open to the public in 1941. 

8. Walt Disney World 

Walt Disney World, located in Orlando, Florida, is an entertainment complex home to four theme parks as well as lodging. If you have a Disney lover in the family, this is a must see spot at least once that makes for an extra special family holiday. 

9. The White House

The White House is of course an American icon worth seeing. Home to the President of the United States and family, it tends to emote a powerful experience that is also inspirational for many visitors.

10. French Quarter, New Orleans 

The French Quarter in New Orleans is the oldest section of the city. You feel as though you travelled back in time as you explore the 18^th-century architecture and traditional-style area. It is one of the USA’s National Historic Landmarks. 

There are many things that I am looking forward to going back to when possible, and exploring and traveling with my family is one the top things on my list!