Phoenix
Phoenix isn’t just the political clout of Arizona, but also a cultural center. From performing arts venues such as the Phoenix Symphony Hall, the Arizona Opera Center, and the Orpheum Theater to hundreds of museums and fantastic examples of architecture, there’s a justification why Phoenix is one of the tourist capitals of the Southwest.
Albany, New York
Originally inhabited by Dutch colonizers in the early 17th century, Albany became a hub of travel and trade due to its central location between the Hudson River and the Erie Canal. Though financial well-being in New York City is at a downside, Albany is by no means void of things to do. It’s the home of the State Museum of New York.