8 of the 20 most overrated tourist spots are theme parks, including Sea World in San Antonio (Texas) and both of America's LEGOLAND parks-Winter Haven . I have been to numerous beaches across the country and this one was by far the worst. You'll find scream-inducing rollercoasters and rides to entertain all ages, as well as a wildlife habitat that's been around since long before Disney World's Animal Kingdom. Overpriced and shabby. With surprisingly littlememorabilia on display and in dire need of a renovation, you'll be in and out of this museum, which pays homage to student athletes, in 30 minutes or less. We're not sure what's so magnificent about a street that has a few shops and restaurants, but hey. It costs $10 dollars per person to visit, which might not break the bank, but why pay anything at all for a view you could see for free? Appreciation, wonder, overwhelmed with emotion. Taking a former warehouse district and rejuvenating it as Oklahoma City's place to be for dining and nightlife is both good and bad. The first of its kind when it opened in 1999, the amusement park is geared toward young kids, as well as those who just love Legos. Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on the go. A majorityof the ~50,000 artifacts in the museum are firearms from a private collection that dates back to the 14th century. This collection of scrap metal sculptures stretches across 32 miles on a southern North Dakota highway. Trapped inside. However, The Blowing Rock, which gets a lot of praise for its stunning views and interesting rock formation, is a miss. Says Grfy86: "The amount of people and trying to find parking sucked any enjoyment out of the experience. Yeah, not so much. I will probably say Nashville, TN because it is overpriced and it can get boring after 2 days easily. TripAdvisor travelers love her park, as well: 87 percent gave it very good or excellent ratings. Worst of America. Kim Kardashian. Famous for its coffee culture and grunge music scene, Seattle's nightlife is more closely concentrated, so you can bar-hop from live-music venues to wine bars in a single evening. It's a nice place to take pictures. You'll feel like you're walking on the moon. A beautiful river carving through dense forestry for 53 miles to make up an outdoor-lovers' paradise? Just an old small church/base.". But we will say that while, yes, parts of The Shore are as tacky as what's shown on the reality show, the farther south you go "Down the Shore," the better it gets. It makes sense, but you can't leave your own mark unless it's during this event.". All over the country, there are popular cities that are completely overrated. It was very clean and all of the staff were great! There are trails and waterways to explore, not to mention the cave itself. And that's it. I visited my 50th state at the age of 13, and have returned to each multiple times since. Says AuntieM64: "Chimney Rock was a sentinel on the Oregon Trail. We loved every minute of our trip therereally feeling close with nature.". "Beautiful visuals but forgettable story . Says Zach S: "Just to reach it, one must schlep over to and then into Millennium Park, through droves of loud tourists all along the way only to arrive at a blob-shaped mirror that vaguely resembles a bean. Says RPM9: "With such a history, expectations were high for this museum. Lots of hands on exhibits and sea animals and fish. Go big, then go home. Reasonable pricing on the monthly plan.". Still, it can get over-busy, and there are some who say it's attractions aren't worth the prices they charge. Says Tammy B of the largest water park in the Dells: "So disappointing, will not return. From Venice, Italy, to Tokyo Disneyland, here are 21 of the most overrated spots across the globe. Just a bunch of icky restaurants and a fake waterway with gross green water in it.". Now this is one we can agree on: Niagara Falls is the most underrated attraction in New York. Children are going to get bored here very quick. As a child riding in the backseat of my parents' car on family road trips, I always felt like Pennsylvania went on forever, from Philadelphia and Pittsburgh to a vast expanse of rolling hills and Amish country. This one stumps us, too. The tallest building in the city is the head office of the church. Ohioans prefer the rocks of Hocking Hills to the rock and roll Hall of Fame. Here are some states that I don't think live up to all of the hype, from Arizona to Colorado. 11 UNDERRATED: Beautiful, Sunny Florida Like You've Never Seen It (Tampa Bay) So many other cities in the great state of sunny Florida get all of the love and Tampa Bay is one of the most overlooked. Despite it being an obvious tourist trap, tourists and locals alike don't seem to mind at all. This is truly a one of a kind gem that you will never forget.". The most hated state in the U.S. is Illinois, where a whopping 25% of the state's residents say it's the worst state. Says JeffreyE414: "Amazing views. I was expecting it to be at ground level, but instead you look down into a square area. Here are some of the top-voted answers: We also included responses from this thread. There are plenty of hiking trails, or those who want to see the natural monuments can do so via a scenic road. A symbol of New Hampshire, the Old Man of the Mountain can still be found on state license plates. While the idea of digging for diamonds sounds cool the park is apparently theonly source of natural diamonds in the USthat's open to the public the reality is a 37 -acre plowed fieldof dirt. It's good for walking around, bringing your family, or going for a run. When a New England summer is in full swing the best thing to do is as little as possible.". And while it's certainly good, locals think there are better options, with fewer throngs of curious out-of-towners. Says FloridiansMiami: "Wow, what a beautiful place! Yup. I visited my 50th state at the age of 13, and have returned to each multiple times since. The people of Iowa do like their two-week fair, but they also note that it can be overwhelming and overpriced. Last year, this life-size arc and biblical theme park opened in Williamstown, Kentucky. But it's hard to imagine many disagreeing with the list of underrated attractions, fascinating places no traveler should miss. Disney's Epcot in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. Its a beautiful, peaceful walk through a garden and history as well. It provides an excellent perspective of the Tower from all sides.". It's beautiful, no doubt, but also swarmed with people, welcoming 4 million visitors a year. Atop my list of the most overrated national parks is the most visited national park in the county, Great Smoky Mountains. Nothing like it in the world. Lots of crowded bars and too much hype. He figured, 'Why not Riverside?' What a great place to visit. Picnicking and pets are allowed, lines are never long, and you won't break the bank to take a family. The little village is often referred to as"Little Jerusalem," and features 125 tinyreligious statues, grottos, and holy locations. People from all over the countrystop at this quirky roadside pop culturereliquary, which is most famous for being home to a(terrifying) Jack-in-the-Box that's said to be the world's largest. The French Quarter may be the "Crown Jewel of New Orleans," but Bourbon Street is just one long street of bars and drunken tourists on a typical night, let alone during Mardi Gras. I've been all over the United States. Everything is big in Texas, including its monumental national park that covers 801,153 acres. We spent more time queuing than actually being on the island and going up the statue! Spreading across 89 acres with 15 different exhibit areas, the best part of this attraction is it is free to enter one of only a few free zoos in the country. Says Sam C: "Ho hum tour of the factory, although the tour guide was very nice. Try Second Beach (officially called Sachuest Beach) in Middleton for fewer crowds and calm waters. Chalk this up to Colorado's embarrassment of riches, making it impossible to choose an overrated attraction that isn't still pretty great. Yet the rock formation tumbled in 2003, and all that is left is the plaza where people once viewed him. Making its second appearance on this list are the heavenly Blue Ridge Mountains John Denver sang so sweetly about. So many just want a pic on social media doing outrageous thingsstanding on the edge, feeding squirrels directly in front of the sign that says not tothere was no peace. Rides, a water park and cool Lego creations are all found in the sleepy town of Carlsbad, which bonus is also less expensive than nearby San Diego. There are several Ripley's Believe It or Not! ", We bet you expected this to be considered the worst of New Jersey, especially since MTV's "Jersey Shore" has prominently showcased the worst aspects of the area. Pictures taken by a camera doesn't catch the vast beauty.". 10. I believe the Midwest is best appreciated in more rural areas driving through small towns or heading out into the great outdoors. Now, it features a museum and covered upTNT, asbestos, mercury, radium andradioactive uranium. Double the price of comparable resorts.". Hawaii and Alaska are the two best states to visit, and Michigan is serially underrated. 1. Connecticut has several aesthetically-enhancing geographical advantages, like its coastline overlooking the Long Island sound, rural farmland towards the northwestern portion of the state, and proximity to New York City. World's Largest Ball of Twine, Cawker City. Maybe if you stay there, you'd like it more, but honestly, I don't know who could afford it.". Butthere's much more to do than just shop there's an indoor theme park, a miniature golf course, and and aquarium but all that adds up to is sensory overload. Then after seeing the view, waited more than 30 minutes to go back down. Cheap seedy shops and eateries. It just felt like a cash grab. To help tourists avoid disappointing attractions, Rent Cafe surveyed 2,500 people throughout every U.S. state to get the local perspective on which spots are the most overrated (too pricey, too many crowds, too boring) and which attractions are the most underrated (gorgeous, interesting, affordable, crowd-free). Keep in mind that inclusion on this list means that your state has a reputation as a very cool place to visit something other states, including my own beloved native New Jersey, would envy. Says borna_9999: "Seriously guys?! Says pennstatekelly: "The beach itself is fine. Locals love their City Market, which has been operating in its current structure since 1841. Red Rocks in Colorado may be more famous, but Washington's outdoor amphitheater set into a hill touts fabulous views and is the perfect spot for music lovers. The state most hated by other states is California, as 9 states say it's the worst. Came to see it and now we have; my wife and I will doubtless never return. Legoland had much more than I expected. The list was made using the 2020 United States Census.The total population of the United States was 331,449,281 at the 2020 Census, not including U.S. territories, or 335,073,176, including U.S. territories.. As Yellowstone is so large, it's mostly located in Wyoming but crosses into Montana and Idaho as well. Plus there was the Sea Life aquarium and the water park. The visitor's center is also a bit yawn-worthy. swaizland 9 yr. ago. Unless you request and are granted a pre-approved tour, a trip to D.C. won't include a spin around the White House. However, between now and early 2021, access to the memorial will be severely limited. Waited for hours in line. I think we managed to get on four rides the entire day. Capitalizing on Area 51's rumored UFO/alien research base, Roswell is filled with kitschy E.T.-inspired attractions and that's just not what this state is all about. Honestly, it has much to recommend it, and 85 percent of TripAdvisor reviewers sing its praises. Like a second-rate Vegas,Atlantic City's good ole days are long gone. Why not buy some pints in a store and then enjoy them somewhere scenic instead? The lava and scenery is unique yet beautiful. Sadly to property has been turned into a tourist trap. The sandstone erosion "cave" is touted as an ancient landmarkand natural history museum, but it's not even a cave that was built or used by Native Americans.