WalletHub, a leading personal finance website and app, has named the Washington, D.C. area as the second-best summer travel destination in the United States. This ranking comes as part of WalletHub’s comprehensive assessment of the most affordable U.S. destinations that are easily accessible to travelers.
The report, which analyzed 100 of the largest metro areas across 41 key indicators, focused on factors such as travel cost and convenience. Out of these locations, the D.C. area secured the impressive second spot on the list, with Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta, Georgia, claiming the number one position, and Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, Florida, rounding out the top three.
As summer approaches and warm weather beckons, the D.C. area offers an array of enticing options for travelers. Whether seeking beach views, family-friendly camping spots, or vibrant culinary and nightlife scenes, there’s something for everyone within a few hours’ drive of the nation’s capital.
Moreover, the D.C. area stands out as the top-ranked destination in terms of safety for travelers. WalletHub’s assessment places the City of Palm Bay, Florida, in second place for safety, followed by Augusta-Richmond County, Georgia, in third.
Joining the D.C. area in the top 10 list of summer travel destinations are:
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta, Georgia
Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, Florida
Urban Honolulu, HI Metro Area
Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL Metro Area
Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown, TX Metro Area
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD Metro Area
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN-WI Metro Area
El Paso, TX Metro Area
Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN Metro Area
With its diverse attractions, affordability, and safety record, the Washington, D.C. area continues to shine as a premier destination for summer travel. Whether planning a weekend getaway or an extended vacation, travelers can look forward to memorable experiences in and around the nation’s capital.
