I’ve traveled to all 50 states. These are the 7 most overrated tourist attractions in the US.

• I wouldn’t plan trips around the Four Corners Monument or Mount Rushmore.
• I’d also recommend avoiding Salem, Massachusetts, in October due to the immense crowds.

The Las Vegas Strip is near the top of my list of overrated destinations.

Infamous for the Salem Witch Trials, the city has become a tourist destination for lovers of everything spooky, especially as Halloween approaches.

Most of my visit was spent finding a parking spot, with the hoards of crowds limiting the appeal for me.

I’d love to visit outside October and recommend only spooky-season fanatics plan a trip during that time frame.

This story was originally published on September 26, 2024, and most recently updated on August 31, 2026.