Road tripping the USA with Avis

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Hit the Road with Avis to See the USA

A road trip in the USA means freedom, fun and the joy of exploration.

There’s nothing more exciting than discovering new experiences and destinations. Learn how Avis can help you begin your journey from thousands of U.S. cities. Here are some great road trip ideas to get you started.

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Incredible road trip views in California

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Driving the Pacific Coast Highway at sunset in Santa Monica, California

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Highway 1 Foodie Road Trip: Cruise and Dine Along the California Coast

California’s Pacific Coast Highway from San Francisco to Los Angeles stands out as one of the country’s most beautiful drives.

Bright lights illuminate the South Beach strip at sunset

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Miami, Florida: 6 Days Touring In and Around the City

Miami, Florida is a city synonymous with glamour and excitement.

Family fun at the Orlando Eye

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Orlando to Tampa: Where to Stop on Your Florida Road Trip

Be sure to visit these hidden gems and smaller parks for a uniquely memorable Florida road trip.

Motorcycles cruising through the California desert on Route 66 at sunset

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6 Places to Eat Along Route 66 – from Los Angeles to the Grand Canyon

There are few better ways to experience authentic USA food than to sample the cafes and diners along iconic Route 66.

Explore these must-see places

Overlooking the Hoover Dam outside Las Vegas, Nevada

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Phoenix, Arizona, to Palm Springs, California: Desert Foodie Finds

An aerial view of South Beach, Miami, Florida

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Florida Foodie Trip from Orlando to Miami: Dine, Drink and Play

The twice daily cattle drive at Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District in Texas

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Dallas to Austin: A Texas-Sized Foodie Road Trip

Driving along Sheridan Street in Denver, Colorado

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Denver to Estes Park: Delicious Dining Tour of Colorado

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The Science Museum of Minnesota in St. Paul

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Museum of Quackery and Medical Frauds

Kayak tour through shallow waters in Charlotte County, Florida

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Charlotte County: Dream Holiday in Sunny Florida

Ancestral Puebloan cliff dwellings at Mesa Verde National Park in Colorado

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9 Family-Friendly Spots to Take Your Children in the USA

Mirrored views from the Cloud Gate Sculpture at Millennium Park in Chicago, Illinois

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Chicago's Exciting Attractions

Driving in a classic car on Illinois’ Route 66

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Combining Culture and Fun on Route 66 in DuPage County

48-Hour Guide to St. Louis, Missouri

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48-Hour Guide to St. Louis, Missouri

Campground at Lamoille Canyon, Nevada

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Nevada: Living the Cowboy Life

5 Historical Sites in New Mexico

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5 Historical Sites in New Mexico

Close-up view of mighty Niagara Falls in New York

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7 Family-Friendly Vacation Ideas In New York

Travel to Broadway and the Heart Of New York City

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Travel to Broadway and the Heart Of New York City

Driving along a rural road on a small- town road trip.

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Small-Town Road Trip through North Dakota

The Santa Monica Pier

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20 Outdoor Activities in Los Angeles for Under $20

Fly fishing in the Salmon River in Idaho

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Spotlight: 4 Rivers, Idaho and Oregon

Nighttime at the Tobin Center for the Performing Arts in San Antonio, Texas

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San Antonio, Texas: Urban Oasis of Nightlife and Culture

Beginning a wine tour at the Lodi Wine and Visitors Center in Lodi, California

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Sacramento, California: The Riches of the Past and Present

Scenic view of the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, California

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Arts, Culture and Science in Northern California

The Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles, California

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Los Angeles: Must-See Museums, Culture & Shopping

Giraffe at the San Diego Zoo in California

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Southern California’s Theme Parks and Family Fun

Botanical Building in Balboa Park in San Diego, California

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San Diego: Culture, Shopping and Attractions

Sunset at the beach in Los Angeles, California

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Southern California: Surf Culture and Hollywood Dreams