Midwest

Once a key gateway west for pioneers heading toward new frontiers, this Midwestern city played an important role in shaping American history.

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.

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.

Named for the Dakota word meaning “greenish blue earth,” this scenic city reflects its origins through the natural beauty that surrounds it.

Perched on bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River, this historic city is often overshadowed by its larger neighbor.

Set along a lively river and paired with a neighboring college hub, this energetic city blends small-town charm with a youthful, academic atmosphere.

Often dubbed the ‘Oil Capital of the World,’ this lively city blends rich history with a thriving cultural scene.

Indiana is lined with enchanting small towns that provide for the perfect romantic or low-key vacation.

Few cities have experienced such dramatic rises and reinventions as this iconic American metropolis.

They say the best things in life are free, and this is certainly true in the bold city of Chicago.

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.

When most people think of the Great Plains, they picture endless farmland, open skies, and long stretches of highway rather than a memorable weekend escape.

Iowa was the 29th state to be granted statehood back in 1846. Its capital is Des Moines, which is also the largest city in Iowa.

An important economic and cultural hub, this northern Midwest city sits close to a state border and has long played a key regional role.

Desolate and wild, yet scenic and beautiful, underpopulated North Dakota is one of the least-visited states in the whole country, although it certainly has a lot to offer visitors.