Top 10 Must-See Attractions on the West Coast of the USA
Are you interested in traveling across the USA? Want to see for yourself what you’ve only seen in movies and GTA? A road trip along the West Coast is definitely worth considering! Plenty of places await you that will keep you and your friends entertained. Don’t overdo it, don’t lift your sled too high, and let your mouth drop open in amazement. Here are the 10 BEST places in the West that you and your group should definitely visit.
If you get on the wrong plane, you’ll discover the West because of its abundance of nature. The largest and most famous national parks and numerous sandy beaches are located in California.
A good plan guarantees a trip of a lifetime. You can wander through New York and Florida without much planning, but if you want to fully experience the West, plan your trip a few weeks in advance! Your starting and ending locations are up to you, but remember to be inspired by these places.
California USA WAT
1.LAS VEGAS
A hub of casinos, gaming, and bars! However, Las Vegas also boasts other interesting attractions. Among them are imitations of various world wonders – a miniature Eiffel Tower and the High Roller, which resembles the London Eye. During the day, be sure to visit the Stratosphere Tower, from where you can admire views of all of Las Vegas and the surrounding desert. The city also prides itself on the fact that what is prohibited in other parts of the United States is permitted in Las Vegas.
If you don’t want to spend hundreds of dollars just on accommodations, plan your trip during the week. Even the most expensive hotels are half the price. In Las Vegas, everything is twice as expensive on weekends, when the crowds are at their peak.
What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas.
Las Vegas, United States
- HOOVER DAM
The Hoover Dam is located less than an hour’s drive from Las Vegas. It lies on the border of Nevada and Arizona. Action movie fans are familiar with this dam from the movie Transformers. Hoover Dam is 220 meters high and creates a reservoir lake 185 kilometers long.
Hoover Dam
- GRAND CANYON
The largest strait created by the Colorado River, up to 446 kilometers long and up to 1,800 meters deep in some places. This national park offers many beautiful views. A popular, free-to-admit viewpoint is Horseshoe Bend near Page, Arizona.
Another famous spot in the Grand Canyon is the Sky Walk, where a glass “bridge” has been constructed, allowing you to see the entire canyon directly below. However, there is an admission fee (tickets can also be purchased online). Please note that the observation deck may occasionally be closed due to inclement weather, so it’s best to check the forecast in advance.
Grand Canyon
- ANTELLOPE CANYON
The entrance to this canyon is very narrow and practically underground. Here, too, you’ll have to pay a few dollars for admission, but a guide is included in the price. In this case, nature truly triumphs. Carved into the red sandstone, the canyon will delight you with its incredible colors created by the sun’s rays.
ANTELLOPE CANYON
- DEATH VALLEY
Death Valley is the lowest and driest place in California and the entire United States. Plan your trip carefully, as the average summer temperature reaches 52°C (130°F)! If you go, be sure to fill up your tank and bring plenty of water.
DEAD VALLEY
- MONUMENT VALLEY
The plateau of sandstone formations on the border of Utah and Arizona is undoubtedly one of the main symbols of the West. If you really have enough time and want to feel like you’re in the Wild West, you absolutely must visit.
Monument Valley
- LOS ANGELES
Let’s get even closer to the coast. The second-largest city in America and the “capital” of the entertainment industry. A city full of splendor and luxury, especially in Beverly Hills.
The most beautiful view of the entire city is from the Griffith Observatory. From there, you’ll also see the famous Hollywood sign. It’s a bit further, but you’ll save time if you get closer. If you decide to get closer to the streets lined with single-family homes, be careful not to accidentally trespass on private property. Locals aren’t keen on hundreds of tourists.
Popular attractions include the city’s film studios and the Walk of Fame. Los Angeles is an integral part of its beaches, of which there are several. The most famous is Venice Beach, while a few kilometers outside the city you’ll find the famous Santa Monica or Malibu. It’s very easy to find accommodations in the city, such as motels. However, avoid the southern part of Los Angeles, which is not the safest.
Hollywood Los Angeles
- SAN DIEGO
Less than a two-hour drive south of Los Angeles lies the popular coastal city of San Diego, which is directly adjacent to the Mexican city of Tijuana. If you decide