America is filled with rich gems in national and global history. From iconic landmarks to lesser-known monuments, there is much to explore within the United States. Whether you are a fan of Revolutionary War sites or cold war monuments, there are so many places you can visit and learn more about America’s fascinating past. Harriet Tubman National Historical Park in Auburn, New York, is a great place to learn about the remarkable woman behind the Underground Railroad. She rescued and freed hundreds of enslaved blacks and her lesser-known role in supporting the Union Army in rescuing formerly enslaved people’s people during the civil war. The site includes several historic landmarks: the Harriet Tubman Visitor Center, the Tubman Home for the Aged, the Harriet Tubman Residence, and the Zion Thompson Methodist Episcopal Church.

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Washington is a history buff’s paradise, with numerous museums showcasing American art and artifacts from all ages and memorials honoring the country’s great leaders. It is home to incredible art galleries and historic landmarks covering everything from the Civil War to Civil Rights. You could spend years touring this treasure trove of American history, including the United States Capitol, and around the National Mall, the White House, the Smithsonian Museum, and the Washington Monument. To enjoy a tour of the White House, book at least six weeks in advance, but if you forget, you can always check out the White House Visitor Center, which houses fascinating artifacts.

The Hearst Castle is regarded as one of the most famous and legendary homes in American history, and it does not take long to see why. This historic estate includes 250,000 acres of gardens, ponds, unique residences, and more. The camp-turned-castle also displays more than 25,000 artifacts worldwide, whether Italian Renaissance sculpture or an 1889 Tiffany & Co. Orchid vase. City of Brotherly love is one of the most famous of the Independence Hall and home to historical landmarks. This colonial structure was where the Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776, and the United States Constitution was created and signed in 1787. It also formerly housed all three branches of Pennsylvania’s government.