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Spring Activities in the United States

You will never be bored in the United States with this list full of fun things to do!

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Walk the historic Freedom Trail in Boston

The  is a 2.5-mile, red-lined route that leads you to 16 historically significant sites in Boston 鈥 each one an authentic treasure. Explore museums and meetinghouses, churches, and burying grounds. Learn about the brave and determined people who shaped the U.S., and see the places where the American Revolution began.

Play at the beach

Whether you want to walk, bike, swim, search for shells, or just relax, you鈥檒l find beautiful beaches up and down the East and West coasts, from  to , and from  to .

Hear jazz in New Orleans, Louisiana

Music is everywhere in the 鈥渂irthplace of jazz.鈥 Whether you head to a local club or watch musicians along  in the French Quarter, be sure to enjoy this original American art form.

Take a free tour of Chicago

The , operated through the city鈥檚 tourism office, matches you with a friendly, knowledgeable local for an insider鈥檚 introduction to Chicago. You can explore almost any interest, from art to history to food 鈥 all for free!

Experience the awesome Grand Canyon

A mile deep and up to 18 miles wide, this  in Arizona is one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. The most accessible part, the South Rim, can be viewed from the national park鈥檚 free shuttle buses. There also are opportunities to hike, camp, ride a mule to the bottom, and take a raft trip through the canyon on the Colorado River.

Learn about civil rights in Atlanta

With videos and interactive displays, the new  honors the American Civil Rights movement and explores current global human rights issues. At the , sign up for a tour of the civil rights leader鈥檚 nearby birthplace.

Celebrate Native American culture at a powwow

Summer is the season for in . The celebrations started when the Plains Indians danced to honor tribal members, mark important events, or pray for protection. Now Native Americans also hold powwows to keep their cultures and traditions alive. Many are open to the public and feature dancing, music, and traditional food.

Visit Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina

Enjoy a beautiful drive along the 469 mile , in North Carolina. You will have the chance to see long-range vistas, close-up views of the rugged mountains and pastoral landscapes of the Appalachian Highlands. This drive is best traveled in warmer months within the summer season.

Travel the Pacific Coast Highway

Ask an American friend to take you on a drive down this 123-mile twisting,  along the stunning Pacific Coast. Fun stops along the way include , , and .

Volunteer in your local community

Whether you prefer to walk the dogs at an , serve food at a , or plant a tree with a , there are many ways to volunteer in your local community. You鈥檒l find plenty of other opportunities at  or . Be sure to tag #cieegivingback when you post your photos! 

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