Central United States Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Central United States
Wall Street - Financial District showing a city and signage
Pike Place Market showing food and markets
Louisiana featuring shopping, signage and street scenes
St. Louis which includes interior views

Where to stay in Central United States

Downtown Chicago featuring a city

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.

Downtown Chicago
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Downtown Nashville

4/5(43 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.

Downtown Nashville
French Quarter featuring a city, heritage architecture and street scenes

French Quarter

4.5/5(113 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in French Quarter. Check out top attractions like Bourbon Street and Canal Street, and jump on the metro at Dumaine St Station or Ursulines Ave Stop to see more of the city.

French Quarter
Discovery Green showing city views, modern architecture and a high-rise building

Downtown Houston

4/5(38 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Toyota Center to Daikin Park – discover Downtown Houston, a destination also famous for its sports teams.

Downtown Houston
Downtown Austin showing street scenes and an administrative building

Downtown Austin

4/5(23 area reviews)

Downtown Austin is popular for its fantastic nightlife. Explore top sights like Sixth Street and Paramount Theatre, and you can get around town on the metro at Downtown Station.

Downtown Austin
Reunion Tower showing landscape views, a sunset and a skyscraper

Downtown Dallas

3.5/5(47 area reviews)

Downtown Dallas is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Dallas City Hall and Majestic Theater. See more of Dallas by jumping on the metro at Akard Station or Saint Paul & Federal Tram Stop.

Downtown Dallas
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
4 out of 5
717 Orleans St., New Orleans, LA
The price is AU$303 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$303
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Book a stay at this historic hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,649 reviews)
"great spot for enjoying New Orlea"

Reviewed on 1 Apr. 2025

Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG
Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG
3.5 out of 5
25 South Halsted Street, Chicago, IL
The price is AU$171 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$171
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"It was a nice place to stay. Wasn’t happy to have to call front desk for towels due to housekeeper not having any. Parking is crazy priced a night, I suggest leaving parked at hotel and taking cta or walking around."

Reviewed on 4 Apr. 2025

Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
4 out of 5
600 N State St, Chicago, IL
The price is AU$260 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$260
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,828 reviews)
"Was only in town for the night loved my stay i had 5 children with me and they loved it as well , pool was clean rooms were clean food was amazing and free drinks cant beat it ."

Reviewed on 2 Apr. 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
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.
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
4.5 out of 5
5701 Main Street, Houston, TX
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Houston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,626 reviews)
"Hotel was truly lovely. Everyone working there were very helpful and accommodating. Our room was very nice, bed very comfortable. Restaurant was excellent for breakfast and allowed us to order a simple egg and toast that was not on the menu. Great area near all the museums."

Reviewed on 1 Apr. 2025

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Placemakr Premier SoBro
Placemakr Premier SoBro
4 out of 5
205 Demonbreun St, Nashville, TN
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Nashville. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,520 reviews)
"Just really great ... Perfect location in downtown Nashville. Highly recommend and will definitely stay here again next time in town"

Reviewed on 2 Apr. 2025

Placemakr Premier SoBro
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Lodges at Timber Ridge, Branson
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Lodges at Timber Ridge, Branson
4 out of 5
147 Welk Resort Circle, Branson, MO
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly aparthotel in Branson. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,901 reviews)
"This was our third time to stay here. Rooms are comfortable, clean and quiet. Really good place to spend the weekend to relax and get away."

Reviewed on 2 Apr. 2025

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Lodges at Timber Ridge, Branson
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.

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