With the arrival of spring and the whole country in bloom, find out why these American cities are cheap getaways in May.
Aside from historical monuments such as
the Lincoln Memorial ,
the Washington Monument ,
the Vietnam War Memorial , DC hosts some of the most beautiful cherry blossom viewings in May around
the Tidal Basin . These cherry blossom trees were gifts from Tokyo to the city in 1912 and symbolize the lasting friendship between the two nations, making May the perfect time to visit.
Known for its role in the American Revolutionary War, Philadelphia is a city filled with remnants of America's past. Be sure to check out
the Independence National Historic Park , which features the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall among other historical buildings. For lunch, stop by
John's Roast Pork or
Tony Luke's for a delicious Philly cheese steak.
A city filled with culture, art, and a host of events, Indianapolis is perhaps best known as the home to the Indy 500, one of America's favorite sports. Racing enthusiasts should check out
the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame or attend a practice or qualifier at the speedway, which take place in May.
Music fans know Memphis as the home of blues music and Elvis, but did you know that the Memphis International Festival showcases over 40 musicians for three days during the first week of May? The festival also holds
the World Championship BBQ Cooking Contest , among other festivals and celebrations. If you're looking for a festive atmosphere, then this is the perfect time to visit making Memphis as one of the best all-American cheap getaways in May.
Cheap rentals and cheap flights are offered to
Richmond,
Arlington, and
Williamsburg in May, so why not take the opportunity to visit all three? Catch a live music show at
Alley Katz in Richmond, visit
the Iwo Jima Marine Corps War Memorial and
the Pentagon in Arlington, or be a part of colonial Williamsburg, a fully operational 18th century museum city.
Bypass expensive hotel rates by getting a rental, and LA can be a cheap getaway in May. Be sure to walk down
the Hollywood Walk of Fame ,
Grauman's Chinese Theater and check out the Hollywood sign. Get free advanced tickets to see a taping of The Ellen DeGeneres Show or The Price Is Right.
Spring is free of tourists in Kentucky, making it an easy pick for one of the top cheap getaways in May. Check out the original General Motors assembly plant in
Bowling Green and take a look at how the Chevrolet Corvette and the Cadillac XLR are manufactured.
Churchill Downs holds the Derby Festival in May during
the Kentucky Derby , featuring the Great Balloon Race among other festivities.
May is full of cheap travel bargains to Hawaii, so why not visit? Check out
Oahu for
Pearl Harbor tours or indulge in cultural activities at
the Polynesian Cultural Center . Of course, take advantage of your time in Hawaii by snorkeling to
the Molokini Crater in
Maui and visiting the beautiful
Kauai.
Explore
the Chaco Culture National Historic Park for an extensive look at prehistoric Native American communities. Visit
the Pueblo Bonito , the largest pueblo, by embarking on site trails that lead to and through the pueblos. The dark nights also make for great stargazing opportunities and stars are often visible in May and early June.
A quaint town with stone buildings and gorgeous views, visitors can get a feel for the Wild West when visiting Fredericksburg. Recommended:
Gish's Old West Museum ,
Fredericksburg Winery , and enjoying the city's old, beautiful architecture.
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