Top UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the US every traveller should visit

May 29, 2025

Panchali Dey

Explore history, nature, and culture—American style

These destinations offer a mix of natural wonders and cultural milestones that tell the story of the country’s diverse heritage.

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Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona

The Grand Canyon is a magnificent geological wonder that was sculpted over millions of years by the Colorado River. With its amazing hiking trails and expansive views, the enormous red rock-layered canyon welcomes more than six million tourists annually.

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Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming/Montana/Idaho

The world’s first national park, Yellowstone dazzles with geysers, hot springs, and wildlife galore. Don't miss the legendary Old Faithful geyser and the technicolor Grand Prismatic Spring.

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Independence Hall, Pennsylvania

Philadelphia’s Independence Hall is where both the Declaration of Independence and the US Constitution were signed. It’s not just a building—it’s the birthplace of American democracy.

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Statue of Liberty, New York

Since 1886, Lady Liberty, a gift from France, has greeted tourists and immigrants in New York Harbour. She is a universal representation of freedom and optimism, not just a monument.

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Mesa Verde National Park, Colorado

This archaeological wonder preserves cliff dwellings built by the Ancestral Puebloans over 700 years ago. It's a rare and moving glimpse into ancient Native American life.

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Everglades National Park, Florida

The Everglades are a large subtropical environment that is home to unique bird species, manatees, and alligators. They are more than just wetlands. It's a real adventure to kayak through its mangrove tunnels.

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Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee/North Carolina

America’s most visited national park, the Smokies are known for misty peaks, wildflowers, and historic Appalachian settlements.

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Chaco Culture National Historical Park, New Mexico

The ruins of a pre-Columbian civilisation with enormous stone palaces and ceremonial structures can be found at this isolated location. It's similar to entering a deserted city.

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Cahokia Mounds, Illinois

Often overlooked, these ancient earthen mounds were part of a thriving city around 1050 CE—larger than London at the time.

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