Midwest

From North Dakota to Ohio and Kansas to Michigan, explore the best road trips, adventures, and things to do in the Midwest U.S. Our guides cover everything from top dining, adventures, attractions, and more.
The St. Louis skyline and Gateway Arch with the Mississippi River in the foreground at twilight.
St. Louis

St. Louis: Make Your Dollar Go Further

St. Louis is known for welcoming families of all ages with open arms. Here’s a handy guide to help you see this piece of the Midwest on a budget.

A group of Penguins in the zoo wait to be fed.
Minneapolis

Minneapolis: Make Your Dollar Go Further

This Minnesota city has attractions that appeal to both kids and grown-ups – and your budget! Add these affordable stops to your Minneapolis family vacation list.

Detroit's Belle Isle Aquarium.
Detroit

Detroit: Make Your Dollar Go Further

History, culture, art, and outdoor adventures make Detroit the perfect family vacation destination. Check out this guide to affordable attractions in the Detroit area.

Sunset behind Chicago skyline from the water in winter.
Chicago

Chicago: Make Your Dollar Go Further

You really can have big fun in a big city without a big bill. Just check out these family-friendly Chicago attractions that will make your dollar go further.

The Eads Bridge over the Mississippi River with the St. Louis city skyline illuminated as the sun sets.
St. Louis

Best Budget-Friendly Things to Do in St. Louis

Looking for budget-friendly activities for your next family vacation to St. Louis, Missouri? Fill your travel agenda with these affordable activities.

Homemade smoked barbecue St. Louis style pork ribs.
St. Louis

48 Hour Guide to St. Louis

From a popular interactive museum that resembles a jungle gym, to the landscaping art oasis that is Citygarden, to where to find some of the best BBQ of your life, here’s a must-see guide to spending 48 hours in St. Louis.

Crowd enjoys food truck fare.
Detroit

Feast on Food Truck Fare in Motor City

If you’re visiting Detroit, make sure to grab a meal at one of these food trucks. From mac and cheese to baked goods, the Motor City has something for everyone.

View of Minneapolis, Minnesota from across the river on a partly cloudy day at sunset.
Minneapolis

Where to Shop Like a Local in Minneapolis

Love to shop in new cities? Discover some of the best funky and fun shopping districts found throughout Minneapolis that the locals keep all to themselves.

A view of the Mill City Ruins in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on clear sunny day
Minneapolis

Minneapolis Treasure: A Guide to Antiquing in the City of Lakes

Locals in Minneapolis, Minnesota, love their art and antiques, especially those that focus on Scandinavian culture. From library ladders to vintage jewelry, check out these hidden gems to find the best Minneapolis antique treasures.

The Detroit, MI skyline, rising over the lake, at night
Detroit

Hidden Gems of Detroit: Discover Where the Locals Go

If you want to dive into Detroit like a local, you need the scoop on the city’s treasure trove of quirky attractions. From unknown masterpieces to the biggest island park, these attractions will get your itinerary moving in the right direction.

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