last edited Dec 11, 2019
What to See on the U.S. East Coast
Location Map of East Coast of the United States
East Coast of the United States
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Of the twenty or so American sites inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, the region has two:
Statue of Liberty (1984)
Undoubtedly the most famous statue in the world, it is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located on Liberty Island, it is part of the State and City of New York, even though it is entirely surrounded by the waters of New Jersey.
Undoubtedly the most famous statue in the world, it is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located on Liberty Island, it is part of the State and City of New York, even though it is entirely surrounded by the waters of New Jersey.
Independence Hall (1979)
This UNESCO-listed building in Philadelphia is where the United States Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776.
This UNESCO-listed building in Philadelphia is where the United States Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776.
Delaware
Cities and Cultural Heritage
New Castle
Its historic center is home to many buildings, the oldest of which date back to the early 18th century.
Its historic center is home to many buildings, the oldest of which date back to the early 18th century.
Wilmington
The city still offers a few remnants of its 17th-century Swedish colonization and a riverfront developed into a tourist area.
The city still offers a few remnants of its 17th-century Swedish colonization and a riverfront developed into a tourist area.
Maryland
Cities and Cultural Heritage
Antietam National Battlefield
This is the site of the Battle of Antietam, which took place during the American Civil War in 1862.
This is the site of the Battle of Antietam, which took place during the American Civil War in 1862.
Baltimore
An old fort and a tourist area centered around the city's harbor are Baltimore's main attractions.
An old fort and a tourist area centered around the city's harbor are Baltimore's main attractions.
Eastern Shore
On the right bank of the Chesapeake, you can explore several small villages (Cambridge, Chestertown, St Michaels) with origins dating back to the 17th century.
On the right bank of the Chesapeake, you can explore several small villages (Cambridge, Chestertown, St Michaels) with origins dating back to the 17th century.
Natural Heritage
Appalachian Trail
One of the most famous hiking trails, with 3,500 km of paths across 14 eastern U.S. states.
One of the most famous hiking trails, with 3,500 km of paths across 14 eastern U.S. states.
Chesapeake Bay
The largest estuary in the United States, straddling Maryland and Virginia, renowned for fishing, boating, and swimming.
The largest estuary in the United States, straddling Maryland and Virginia, renowned for fishing, boating, and swimming.
Deep Creek Lake
In the forested mountains of the state's western region, this spot is a favorite for vacationers year-round, offering a variety of outdoor activities in both summer and winter.
In the forested mountains of the state's western region, this spot is a favorite for vacationers year-round, offering a variety of outdoor activities in both summer and winter.
Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park
A nearly 300 km canal whose surroundings are popular with hikers and cyclists.
A nearly 300 km canal whose surroundings are popular with hikers and cyclists.
New Jersey
Cities and Cultural Heritage
Atlantic City
It’s "the" seaside resort south of New York. Beyond its beaches, the city is traditionally known for its casinos, which make it a small "Las Vegas-by-the-sea"... though this activity has significantly declined in recent years.
It’s "the" seaside resort south of New York. Beyond its beaches, the city is traditionally known for its casinos, which make it a small "Las Vegas-by-the-sea"... though this activity has significantly declined in recent years.
Cape May
A small peninsula where beaches and beautiful Victorian homes blend together. It's also a well-known fishing area.
A small peninsula where beaches and beautiful Victorian homes blend together. It's also a well-known fishing area.
Jersey City
A few old neighbourhoods and buildings in New Jersey’s second-largest city, between New York and Newark.
A few old neighbourhoods and buildings in New Jersey’s second-largest city, between New York and Newark.
Jersey Shore
Stretching over 200 km, this is the coastline running from the area around Atlantic City to the northern part of the state, featuring a succession of beaches and seaside resorts (Asbury Park, Sandy Hook, The Wildwoods...).
Stretching over 200 km, this is the coastline running from the area around Atlantic City to the northern part of the state, featuring a succession of beaches and seaside resorts (Asbury Park, Sandy Hook, The Wildwoods...).
Newark
The largest city in New Jersey, best known for its international airport (Newark Airport), which is the third New York-area airport.
The largest city in New Jersey, best known for its international airport (Newark Airport), which is the third New York-area airport.
Natural Heritage
Appalachian Trail
One of the most famous hiking trails, with 3,500 km of paths across 14 eastern U.S. states.
One of the most famous hiking trails, with 3,500 km of paths across 14 eastern U.S. states.
Delaware Water Gap
A natural area along the Delaware River, ideal for canoeing and hiking on foot, horseback, or skis.
A natural area along the Delaware River, ideal for canoeing and hiking on foot, horseback, or skis.
New York (state)
Cities and Cultural Heritage
Albany
The capital of the state of New York is known for its museums and especially its architecture, where historic and modern buildings blend together.
The capital of the state of New York is known for its museums and especially its architecture, where historic and modern buildings blend together.
Buffalo
The second-largest city in the state of New York offers a great selection of museums and is known for its cultural and artistic life.
The second-largest city in the state of New York offers a great selection of museums and is known for its cultural and artistic life.
New York
It's the most famous of American cities and a standout tourist destination in its own right!
It's the most famous of American cities and a standout tourist destination in its own right!
Niagara Falls
This is the city that is home to Niagara Falls. A unique feature is that part of the urban area is on the American side and the other on the Canadian side, with the Niagara River as the border.
This is the city that is home to Niagara Falls. A unique feature is that part of the urban area is on the American side and the other on the Canadian side, with the Niagara River as the border.
Natural Heritage
Adirondacks
With over 3,000 lakes, thousands of miles of waterways, and 3,000 km of marked trails, the Adirondacks attract nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
With over 3,000 lakes, thousands of miles of waterways, and 3,000 km of marked trails, the Adirondacks attract nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Appalachian Trail
One of the most famous hiking trails, with 3,500 km of paths across 14 eastern U.S. states.
One of the most famous hiking trails, with 3,500 km of paths across 14 eastern U.S. states.
Niagara Falls
Although they are not very tall (57 m), their width of nearly one kilometre makes them a spectacular and world-famous site. They can be viewed from both the American and Canadian sides.
Although they are not very tall (57 m), their width of nearly one kilometre makes them a spectacular and world-famous site. They can be viewed from both the American and Canadian sides.
Finger Lakes
A group of lakes near Lake Ontario. The area is known for its hiking, canoeing, skiing, and other outdoor sports and nature activities.
A group of lakes near Lake Ontario. The area is known for its hiking, canoeing, skiing, and other outdoor sports and nature activities.
Long Island
This large island on the outskirts of New York is well-known and loved for its beaches and landscapes.
This large island on the outskirts of New York is well-known and loved for its beaches and landscapes.
Catskill Mountains
North of New York, this beautiful, slightly wild region attracts outdoor sports enthusiasts (hiking, canoeing, skiing, fishing).
North of New York, this beautiful, slightly wild region attracts outdoor sports enthusiasts (hiking, canoeing, skiing, fishing).
Thousand Islands
A vast archipelago of nearly two thousand islands on the St. Lawrence River, straddling the U.S.-Canadian border. The area is popular with vacationers for its landscapes, outdoor activities, and boat tours.
A vast archipelago of nearly two thousand islands on the St. Lawrence River, straddling the U.S.-Canadian border. The area is popular with vacationers for its landscapes, outdoor activities, and boat tours.
Hudson Valley
This rural valley is home to many grand historic mansions. It also offers hiking, climbing, and boat trips on the river.
This rural valley is home to many grand historic mansions. It also offers hiking, climbing, and boat trips on the river.
Pennsylvania
Cities and Cultural Heritage
Gettysburg
This is the site (and memorial) of one of the most famous battles of the American Civil War.
This is the site (and memorial) of one of the most famous battles of the American Civil War.
Lancaster County
This county offers tourism centered around the region's strong Amish and Mennonite communities.
This county offers tourism centered around the region's strong Amish and Mennonite communities.
Pittsburgh
The second-largest city in Pennsylvania, with beautiful architecture, parks, and museums.
The second-largest city in Pennsylvania, with beautiful architecture, parks, and museums.
Philadelphia
Museums, parks, and monuments in this city, a major historical, cultural, and artistic center of the country. It was here, at Independence Hall, that the United States Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776.
Museums, parks, and monuments in this city, a major historical, cultural, and artistic center of the country. It was here, at Independence Hall, that the United States Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776.
Natural Heritage
Appalachian Trail
One of the most famous hiking trails, with 3,500 km of paths across 14 eastern U.S. states.
One of the most famous hiking trails, with 3,500 km of paths across 14 eastern U.S. states.
Delaware Water Gap
A natural area along the Delaware River, ideal for canoeing and hiking on foot, horseback, or skis.
A natural area along the Delaware River, ideal for canoeing and hiking on foot, horseback, or skis.
Presque Isle State Park
On Lake Erie, in the city of the same name, beaches, water activities, and cycling trails.
On Lake Erie, in the city of the same name, beaches, water activities, and cycling trails.
Poconos
This region of hills and forests is popular for hiking, hunting, and fishing, as well as skiing in season.
This region of hills and forests is popular for hiking, hunting, and fishing, as well as skiing in season.
Washington, D.C.
Washington
Beneath its sometimes austere appearance, the capital of the United States boasts countless museums, memorials, and monuments to explore.
Beneath its sometimes austere appearance, the capital of the United States boasts countless museums, memorials, and monuments to explore.
Must-see & highly recommended
Niagara Falls
★★★★ Although they are not very tall (57 m), their width of nearly one kilometre makes them a spectacular and world-famous site. They can be…
New York
★★★★ It's the most famous of American cities and a standout tourist destination in its own right!
Statue of Liberty
★★★★ Undoubtedly the most famous statue in the world, it is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located on Liberty Island, it is part of the…
Washington
★★★★ Beneath its sometimes austere appearance, the capital of the United States boasts countless museums, memorials, and monuments to explore.
Recommended
Adirondacks
★★★ With over 3,000 lakes, thousands of miles of waterways, and 3,000 km of marked trails, the Adirondacks attract nature lovers and outdoor…
Independence Hall
★★★ This UNESCO-listed building in Philadelphia is where the United States Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776.
Jersey Shore
★★★ Stretching over 200 km, this is the coastline running from the area around Atlantic City to the northern part of the state, featuring a…
Philadelphia
★★★ Museums, parks, and monuments in this city, a major historical, cultural, and artistic center of the country. It was here, at Independence…
Worth a look / Other
Albany
★★ The capital of the state of New York is known for its museums and especially its architecture, where historic and modern buildings blend…
Appalachian Trail
★★ One of the most famous hiking trails, with 3,500 km of paths across 14 eastern U.S. states.
Atlantic City
★★ It’s "the" seaside resort south of New York. Beyond its beaches, the city is traditionally known for its casinos, which make it a…
Chesapeake Bay
★★ The largest estuary in the United States, straddling Maryland and Virginia, renowned for fishing, boating, and swimming.
Baltimore
★★ An old fort and a tourist area centered around the city's harbor are Baltimore's main attractions.
Buffalo
★★ The second-largest city in the state of New York offers a great selection of museums and is known for its cultural and artistic life.
Finger Lakes
★★ A group of lakes near Lake Ontario. The area is known for its hiking, canoeing, skiing, and other outdoor sports and nature activities.
Gettysburg
★★ This is the site (and memorial) of one of the most famous battles of the American Civil War.
Lancaster County
★★ This county offers tourism centered around the region's strong Amish and Mennonite communities.
Long Island
★★ This large island on the outskirts of New York is well-known and loved for its beaches and landscapes.
Catskill Mountains
★★ North of New York, this beautiful, slightly wild region attracts outdoor sports enthusiasts (hiking, canoeing, skiing, fishing).
Ocean City (Maryland)
★★ The go-to seaside resort in Maryland, loved for its beaches and lively atmosphere.
Pittsburgh
★★ The second-largest city in Pennsylvania, with beautiful architecture, parks, and museums.
Poconos
★★ This region of hills and forests is popular for hiking, hunting, and fishing, as well as skiing in season.
Rehoboth Beach
★★ The most popular seaside resort in the region, especially among the gay community.
Thousand Islands
★★ A vast archipelago of nearly two thousand islands on the St. Lawrence River, straddling the U.S.-Canadian border. The area is popular with…
Hudson Valley
★★ This rural valley is home to many grand historic mansions. It also offers hiking, climbing, and boat trips on the river.
Annapolis
★ Old buildings and a historic center to explore in the capital of Maryland.
Antietam National Battlefield
★ This is the site of the Battle of Antietam, which took place during the American Civil War in 1862.
Bethany Beach
★ The area is known locally for its Atlantic beaches.
Cape May
★ A small peninsula where beaches and beautiful Victorian homes blend together. It's also a well-known fishing area.
Delaware Water Gap
★ A natural area along the Delaware River, ideal for canoeing and hiking on foot, horseback, or skis.
Eastern Shore
★ On the right bank of the Chesapeake, you can explore several small villages (Cambridge, Chestertown, St Michaels) with origins dating back…
Solomons Island
★ A busy weekend destination on this island bordering Chesapeake Bay.
Jersey City
★ A few old neighbourhoods and buildings in New Jersey’s second-largest city, between New York and Newark.
Deep Creek Lake
★ In the forested mountains of the state's western region, this spot is a favorite for vacationers year-round, offering a variety of outdoor…
New Castle
★ Its historic center is home to many buildings, the oldest of which date back to the early 18th century.
Newark
★ The largest city in New Jersey, best known for its international airport (Newark Airport), which is the third New York-area airport.
Niagara Falls
★ This is the city that is home to Niagara Falls. A unique feature is that part of the urban area is on the American side and the other on…
Presque Isle State Park
★ On Lake Erie, in the city of the same name, beaches, water activities, and cycling trails.
Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park
★ A nearly 300 km canal whose surroundings are popular with hikers and cyclists.
Princeton
★ It's a pleasant and renowned university town.
Wilmington (Delaware)
★ The city still offers a few remnants of its 17th-century Swedish colonization and a riverfront developed into a tourist area.