Title: Visit Central United States: Best of Central United States Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com [Hotels in Central United States](https://expedia.com/Central-United-States-Hotels.d6209877.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Central United States](https://expedia.com/Central-United-States-Vacation-Rentals.d6209877.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Central United States](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Central-United-States.d6209877.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Central United States](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Central-United-States.d6209877.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Central United States](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Central-United-States.d6209877.Car-Rental-Guide)[Central United States Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Central-United-States.d6209877.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Central United States ## Travel Guide ![Central United States](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183262/3a16c968-2beb-4120-9eb8-792b4d2739dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Central United States](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177782/58c47e20-7127-4247-b120-48aef99a5fd1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Central United States](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/73408/6674d6d0-a0e3-4407-94cb-10b77cbce81d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Central United States](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3284/bb115813-1f90-4bc2-8056-d6226e3c5e6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Central United States](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6339443/062fb6f4-0a20-46ab-979a-a884e0304e42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Central United States Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Central United States ![Downtown Chicago](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6350699/f8ae2db6-94cc-4898-aa46-e275588c3787.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Chicago Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views, and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.com/Chicago-Downtown-Chicago.dx6350699) ![Downtown Nashville](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059741/6a1d3a8f-1974-4484-bfc0-bef896cfaee5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Nashville 4/5(5,860 area reviews) The fantastic nightlife and great live music are just a few highlights of Downtown Nashville. Make a stop by Broadway or Nissan Stadium while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.com/Nashville-Downtown-Nashville.dx6059741) ![French Quarter](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/800072/d97dfdd9-81f2-4601-a10e-054fee1acd4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### French Quarter 4.5/5(9,340 area reviews) Historic buildings and lively atmosphere entice tourists and locals alike, offering live music, street performances, and vibrant nightlife. Must-see spots include Jackson Square, St. Louis Cathedral, and Café du Monde. [](https://expedia.com/New-Orleans-French-Quarter.dx800072) ![Downtown Houston](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6082195/fa70078e-ab30-43a5-aa06-e3a763da2444.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Houston 4.5/5(2,329 area reviews) Largest central business district in Texas, this area boasts major league sports venues, a vibrant Theater District, and shopping options like GreenStreet. Easily navigate with public transportation options like METRORail and bus lines. [](https://expedia.com/Houston-Downtown-Houston.dx800037) ![Downtown Austin](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059085/ea876a79-05ba-46c9-8155-49e50c60cc4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Austin 4/5(3,407 area reviews) Central business district with high-rise buildings, Downtown Austin offers shopping at Second Street District and Sixth Street, art at Contemporary Austin Jones Center, and sights like Texas State Capitol. Accessible via Capital MetroRail. [](https://expedia.com/Austin-Downtown-Austin.dx6059085) ![Downtown San Antonio](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/800120/c427a760-8f08-4152-8ff2-5ee8720d9068.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown San Antonio 4/5(9,632 area reviews) Explore the heart of San Antonio with top attractions like the Alamo and River Walk, or enjoy kayaking and bicycling to the World Heritage Missions. Discover historic sites, theaters, and shopping at Rivercenter, all easily accessible by public transit. [](https://expedia.com/San-Antonio-Downtown-San-Antonio.dx800120) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Central-United-States.dx6209877.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.Neighborhoods) - Central United States Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Central United States ![Congress Plaza Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/11b63ec2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Congress Plaza Hotel 520 South Michigan Avenue Chicago IL $115 nightly $135 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 8/10 Very Good! (10,010 reviews) The bellman Steve was awesome. Holding luggage before and after check in was super helpful. Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F5%2F2026&endDate=4%2F6%2F2026&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6209877) ![Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18600/18514/a215cd17_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites 198 E Delaware Pl Chicago IL $122 nightly $143 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy a fitness center, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ... 9/10 Wonderful! (4,014 reviews) Yes Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F5%2F2026&endDate=4%2F6%2F2026&selected=18514&PinnedHotelID=18514&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6209877) ![Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11600/11580/24d28405_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North 600 N State St Chicago IL $127 nightly $149 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (5,795 reviews) Staff was pleasant. Room cleanliness was mid. Splurge of something down the picture frame along bedside so hopefully sanitation is taken seriously. Pool was shut down for the evening of last night of stay and extremely over crowded every other night with kids and no parents! Not what the rules stated ... Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F12%2F2026&endDate=4%2F13%2F2026&selected=11580&PinnedHotelID=11580&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6209877) [See all 305,991 properties in Central United States](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F30%2F2026&endDate=3%2F31%2F2026®ionId=6209877) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Mint House Nashville Marathon Village by Kasa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113640000/113638500/113638452/fd20287c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mint House Nashville Marathon Village by Kasa 808 14th Ave N Nashville TN Stay at this aparthotel in Nashville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Broadway and Nissan Stadium are located ... 9/10 Wonderful! (157 reviews) Pool was very nice and clean. Room was spacious Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Nashville-Hotels-Mint-House-Nashville-Marathon-Village-By-Kasa.h113638452.Hotel-Information) ![Placemakr Premier SoBro](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75890000/75883800/75883758/d8ae3ea6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Placemakr Premier SoBro 205 Demonbreun St Nashville TN Stay at this aparthotel in Nashville. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,276 reviews) We had a bedroom, laundry room, full kitchen, laundry and a large balcony. It was EXCELLENT! We will definitely be back! Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Nashville-Hotels-The-SoBro-Nashville-Operated-By-WhyHotel.h75883758.Hotel-Information) ![Sentral Sobro](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/82000000/81220000/81214800/81214704/7b1d5572_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sentral Sobro 516 Lea Avenue Nashville TN Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Nashville. Enjoy 2 restaurants, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,817 reviews) It was great close to everything Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Sentral-Sobro.h81214704.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Central United States](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6209877&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Central United States hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6209877&startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30)[Mar 29 - Mar 30](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6209877&startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6209877&startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31)[Mar 30 - Mar 31](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6209877&startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6209877&startDate=4%2F3%2F2026&endDate=4%2F5%2F2026)[Apr 3 - Apr 5](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6209877&startDate=4%2F3%2F2026&endDate=4%2F5%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![River Walk](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125866/3223be4e-1629-469b-8357-69494f446850.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### River Walk 4.5/5(7,392 reviews) When you visit San Antonio, this neighborhood will keep you entertained for days, from morning coffee to an evening theater performance. [](https://expedia.com/River-Walk-Downtown-San-Antonio.d6125866.Vacation-Attraction) ![Wrigley Field](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034754/d10ea4fa-9a61-425f-b749-3325e9303223.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wrigley Field 4.5/5(2,149 reviews) Tour the iconic grounds and catch a game March through September at Chicago’s beloved baseball stadium. [](https://expedia.com/Wrigley-Field-Lakeview.d6034754.Vacation-Attraction) ![Gulf Shores Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6097624/2652f9ba-1a48-4359-ac9e-3306e9cdfb28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gulf Shores Beach 4.5/5(1,234 reviews) For the complete beach experience, visit this well-groomed swath of sand on the Gulf Coast, with thoughtful amenities and a convenient and central location. [](https://expedia.com/Gulf-Shores-Beach-Gulf-Shores.d6097624.Vacation-Attraction) ![Dollywood](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6091011/437b6e0e-1d47-479e-983c-b63e35103a5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dollywood 4.5/5(1,662 reviews) This amusement park owned by country singer Dolly Parton lures fans with its roller coasters and children’s rides, museums and live music and theater shows. [](https://expedia.com/Dollywood-Tennessee.d6091011.Vacation-Attraction) ![Canal Street](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6263842/f7d59059-0d9b-4c0e-89ca-d394a004164b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Canal Street 4/5(8,041 reviews) Start your exploration of New Orleans with the many attractions on this buzzing pedestrianized street, which is located right in the heart of the downtown area. [](https://expedia.com/Canal-Street-New-Orleans-Central-Business-District.d6263842.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mall of America](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6287/fea2f220-0a79-4f80-a29a-42cd9f4369bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mall of America 4.5/5(4,011 reviews) You can browse for souvenirs when you visit Mall of America, a favorite shopping spot in Bloomington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. 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Brown Convention Center ](https://expedia.com/George-R-Brown-Convention-Center-Downtown-Houston.d501247.Vacation-Attraction) - [Navy Pier ](https://expedia.com/Navy-Pier-Downtown-Chicago.d6069215.Vacation-Attraction) - [WinStar World Casino and Resort ](https://expedia.com/WinStar-World-Casino-And-Resort-Thackerville.d6179644.Vacation-Attraction) - [Vanderbilt University ](https://expedia.com/Vanderbilt-University-Midtown.d6080799.Vacation-Attraction) - [Graceland ](https://expedia.com/Graceland-Whitehaven.d6080299.Vacation-Attraction) - [Caesars New Orleans Casino ](https://expedia.com/Caesars-New-Orleans-Casino-New-Orleans-Central-Business-District.d6224022.Vacation-Attraction) - [Millennium Park ](https://expedia.com/Millennium-Park-Downtown-Chicago.d6069201.Vacation-Attraction) - [Ohio State University ](https://expedia.com/Ohio-State-University-Oletangy-West.d6066363.Vacation-Attraction)