10 American cities worth visiting on July 4
Everyone has their own traditions to celebrate Fourth of July - a barbecue with friends and family, watching fireworks while thinking about the greatness of this country.
But if you feel the desire to do something new, then the publication Go Banking Rates collected a list of cities in which the United States Birthday Celebration will be held particularly vividly, indicating the approximate transportation costs (flight there and back from Phoenix Airport, which was taken for calculation) and accommodation (average night cost in a three-star hotel).
Washington, DC
Hotel: $ 71
Flight: $ 459
There is probably no better way to celebrate Independence Day than in the capital of the country, one of the historic cities of the United States. Join the hundreds of thousands of viewers for the grand events that will begin with the independence parade. If you want to take the best places, it is worth coming to the National Archives building early.
After the parade, head to the West Lawn of the White House to continue the celebration. The gates will open in 15: 00, at 20: 00 a free concert is scheduled with a fireworks show. The concert will also be broadcast on PBS, and fireworks can be viewed from the balcony of your hotel room.
San Francisco
Hotel: $ 116
Flight: $ 277
Guests of this city are waiting for a live music concert on Pier 39, and with 21: 30 there are several fireworks shows over the San Francisco Bay. For an even more spectacular view of fireworks, you can go on a cruise around the bay and watch the colorful fireworks burst right above you.
Mount Rushmore
Hotel: $ 176
Flight: $ 596
There will be no fireworks on Mount Rushmore, but the celebration here will traditionally be one of the brightest and most patriotic. Actors depicting George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln and Theodore Roosevelt will be waiting for guests at the monument.
Visitors are waiting for dance and song performances known artists, performances by Native Americans and the Academic Orchestra of the US Air Force. All this will take place in the park's amphitheater, and although the entrance to the park and the events are free, the parking fee will be 10 dollars.
San Diego
Hotel: $ 107
Flight: $ 268
In San Diego, you will find many free ways to celebrate Independence Day. An old-fashioned celebration of Independence Day will be held in the historic part of the city. The actors will be wearing costumes from the period of proclamation of independence and will try to recreate how people celebrated its proclamation with parades, dances and music on that historic day.
Big bay will hold a big fireworks show, which can be viewed from specially prepared barges on the water.
Miami
Hotel: $ 65
Flight: $ 447
On the historic beach of Miami Bendsel, a traditional festival will take place that will allow you to celebrate Independence Day with music and fireworks.
The event includes kiosks with treats, a play area for children, entertainment and fireworks.
Or go to Bayfront park in Miami, where you can chat with family and friends in the beer garden, play with your children in the family fun zone and end the day with fireworks.
New York
Hotel: $ 101
Flight: $ 434
Independence Day is a great time to visit Coney Island. Admission to the park is free, but you'll pay between $3 and $10 for each ride. There will also be a hot dog eating championship in New York, and you can end the day by watching fireworks over the East River.
Fireworks Macy's in New York on 4 July is included in the list of the best fireworks in the US, so do not miss this spectacle. A grand show will be held using 56 000 pyrotechnic elements.
Chicago
Hotel: $ 91
Flight: $ 327
Chicago is replete with events on July 4. On Navy Pier Fireworks show will be held, which can be observed from three different points.
Ferris wheel: the seven-minute trip will take place during the show, although there will be many people willing to climb the wheel at this time, so be prepared to stand in line. Cost: $ 15.
Kayak: Go on a Chicago River Tour with a kayaking water slide to enjoy the view of the fireworks show from the water. Cost: $ 65.
Roof Navy Pier: Watching the fireworks from the roof Navy Pierwhere will also be held Freedom festwhose guests can dance the night away, have fun, have a barbecue and enjoy a great view of the fireworks show. Tickets for the festival will cost you from 39 to 790 dollars, depending on the package you choose.
Бостон
Hotel: $ 144
Flight: $ 413
Celebrations start on July 1 and Boston harborfest, where guests will find a lot of music and sweets.
3 and 4 July guests are waiting for the popular Boston pop fireworks Spectacular over the Charles River. 4 July from the balcony Old state house the Declaration of Independence will be read, as it was hundreds of years ago.
Bristol
Hotel: $ 297
Flight: $ 583
The celebration of Independence Day in Bristol is the oldest continuous holiday in the United States, here it has been celebrated annually since 1785.
Holidays begin on Flag Day, June 14, and include concerts, fireworks, fire competitions and other events that take place right up to July 4. On this day, guests will enjoy the parade of military, civil and firefighters, concerts and other celebrations.
Anchorage
Hotel: $ 202
Flight: $ 684
Here you are waiting for night fireworks, celebrations and unforgettable landscapes of Alaska.
Guests waiting for the parade, concerts, a variety of street food, performances by actors and, of course, fireworks.
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