Midwest

With fewer than 900 people living here year-round, this place somehow manages to pack in way more than you’d expect.

The summer and fall may be wonderful times to visit Illinois, but for the residents of the Prairie State, living here provides full-time access to the state’s rich history, architecture and nature.

Set on a narrow strip of land, this waterfront town is shaped by the water that surrounds it.

Set along a broad river in eastern Iowa, this vibrant Midwestern city has quietly reinvented itself in recent years.

Located in the endless and expansive Great Plains of the South Central United States, Oklahoma is a fantastic state to visit that is all too often overlooked by tourists.

Smack dab in the heart of the Midwest is the state of Ohio. Created in part by natural borders, Ohio is shaped by both Lake Erie and the Ohio River.

Highway 61 narrows along the northern shore of Lake Superior. The boreal forest presses in on both sides, and the landscape starts to feel increasingly remote.

Despite often being overlooked, the Midwest state of Missouri is a fascinating place to visit that has a number of different sides to it.

Located in the heart of the state, this energetic city combines rich history with a strong passion for sports and outdoor recreation.

You’ve probably passed through dozens of small towns along a river, but a few still manage to hold onto their historic character and keep things genuinely lively.

Somewhere along the Mississippi, about two hours north of St Louis, there’s a small city where brick storefronts hug the riverbank and a white lighthouse perches on a bluff above the water.

Set along the shores of a Great Lake, this underrated city blends historic character with a creative and easygoing atmosphere.

Fittingly nicknamed the “City of Gardens,” this destination is defined by its beautiful parks and carefully landscaped green spaces.

Steeped in political history and rich in architectural charm, this Midwestern capital offers a compelling glimpse into the past.

Set along a scenic bay and surrounded by rolling countryside, this inviting destination is a paradise for food lovers, wine enthusiasts, and outdoor adventurers alike.