By: Laura French | From: Travel Weekly
While a city break to the Big Apple will never get old, the US is seriously vast, and beyond the likes of New York, LA, Washington DC and San Francisco, there are a wealth of under‑the‑radar spots that don’t always get the attention they deserve (and that might just offer a little more bang for your buck too). We’ve picked out some of the best for anyone looking to go a little off-piste and escape the crowds – from cultural San Antonio to foodie Sacramento via Philadelphia, Cincinnati, Williamsburg and beyond.
While a city break to the Big Apple will never get old, the US is seriously vast, and beyond the likes of New York, LA, Washington DC and San Francisco, there are a wealth of under‑the‑radar spots that don’t always get the attention they deserve (and that might just offer a little more bang for your buck too). We’ve picked out some of the best for anyone looking to go a little off-piste and escape the crowds – from cultural San Antonio to foodie Sacramento via Philadelphia, Cincinnati, Williamsburg and beyond.
2. SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
From the Day of the Dead River Parade in October, when neon-lit barges light up the water, to the Alamo – a former Spanish mission church and the site of a 13-day siege during the Texas Revolution – San Antonio isn’t short on things to see and do. The canals of the River Walk are worth a wander at any time of year, with pedestrianised pathways flanked by leafy gardens and cafes, while the San Antonio Botanical Garden offers up plenty of green space.
Culinary enthusiasts won’t be short-changed either, with some of the country’s best Tex-Mex chefs found here. Don’t miss Domingo, serving tacos, quesadillas and other Mexican dishes right on the River Walk; and Mixtli, which offers a 12-course tasting menu with plenty of artsy twists.
Book it: Gold Medal offers four nights’ room-only at the Comfort Suites Alamo Riverwalk from £849 per person, including flights on October 26.