1. Potomac Riverwalk (Washington DC)
Wandering along the Potomac River in the US capital Washington in the sunset, you will see the river dividing the city into two banks, the South and the North, the ancient and the modern, with smooth green lawns stretching endlessly, and boats bustling with tourists going back and forth.
The road along the Potomac River on this side connects restaurants, cruise ships, and hotels together, creating a closed tourism business chain that once tourists “get lost” in, it is difficult to… escape. On the other side is a “trail” for people to exercise, ride bicycles, and watch the river in the afternoon.
2. San Antonio Riverwalk (San Antonio, Texas)
Along the small and gentle San Antonio River (also known by its Spanish name, Paseo del Río) is a closed pedestrian street with flowers and grass, gently decorated food stalls, and a very peaceful surrounding scene from which to "make money".
The river surface is so clear that it can even reflect people's shadows. The magical lights everywhere are like fireflies flickering to attract mates. The melodious music in the afternoon and the yellow lights shining from both sides of the river make the nighttime exploration of the city by boat more poetic for tourists.
Come here to see why San Antonio is considered one of the must-see destinations for couples everywhere.
3. Arkansas River Trail (Little Rock, Arkansas)
The Arkansas River Trail System provides the state capital with outdoor recreation opportunities, connecting the nature preserves that stretch through Little Rock, North Little Rock, Maumelle, and Conway. A loop from Clinton Presidential Park to Big Bridge Dam and back to Clinton Bridge is 15.6 miles, allowing cyclists to get their morning...riding!
This poetic bridge is beautiful every night when the lights are on, especially during the fireworks display to celebrate the US Independence Day. Here and there are sculpture gardens on the green lawn, groups of children climbing up the hillside with cardboard and then “grass sliding” down to the ground, falling down but all of them laughing heartily, or young couples holding hands and sitting on a date by the Arkansas River.
4. Branson Landing (Branson, Missouri)
Considered a "little Las Vegas" in the state of Missouri, the city of Branson always attracts tens of millions of tourists each year to come relax and enjoy hundreds of shows every day.
At Branson Landing at the top of town, a beautiful boardwalk stretches out over the water along the 1.5-mile shoreline of Lake Taneycomo, and at its center is a vibrant cultural plaza, flanked by resort-style terraces overlooking the stunning Branson Landing fountain.
In addition to the nightly fountain shows, Branson Landing hosts summer concerts and special events throughout the year from March through December.
5. Gateway Arch Trail (St. Louis, Missouri)
Walking along this path, visitors can admire the Old Courthouse, a giant domed building, built in the mid-1800s and an extension of Jefferson Memorial Park. The building displays historical artifacts of the city, and is also the place where visitors can start to approach the towering arch-shaped welcome gate with the beautiful name "Gateway of Arch" that guards the gateway to the city, climbing to the top of the landmark certified by the Guinness Book of World Records as the world's tallest stainless steel architectural work of art at nearly 200m.
From here you can see the poetic Mississippi River dividing Illinois and Missouri into two distant regions.
6. South Platte River Trail (Denver, Colorado)
The South Platte River Trail flows through several lakes, residential neighborhoods, local parks, golf courses, industrial areas, commercial areas, and government-designated open spaces. It is located in Downtown Denver, passing through Confluence Park, the Pepsi Center, Auraria Campus, the sports fields at Mile High, Elitch Gardens, and many other area attractions.
Confluence Park in particular is an ideal place for visitors to lie down on the grass, watch the cool South Platte River flow gently through the city, and local people come together to run along the walking path or soak in the river.
Take a 30-minute trolley ride along the South Platte River, and you'll also have the chance to explore a bridge with hundreds of bird nests underneath.
7. Chicago Riverwalk (Chicago, Illinois)
When the afternoon falls, it's time to walk along the "Chicago Riverwalk" to help your fatigue quickly disappear.
Here are buildings built like cocoons, below are cars parked facing the sky, above are office blocks overlooking the four directions, high and low. Each roof is close together, undulating like musical notes, sometimes low, sometimes high.
Over there are boats full of tourists gently going up and down the river, wild ducks swimming leisurely and asking for a piece of bread for dinner from pedestrians sitting on the bank, a very pleasant sight.
What could be more enjoyable than mingling with other new diners sitting around a table placed by the riverside and enjoying cold glasses of fresh beer.
8. Indianapolis Canal Walk (Indianapolis, Indiana)
The Cultural Trail, which runs along the canal, makes exploring this corner of Indianapolis more interesting. Most visitors will shop on Mass Ave, jog along the European-style Canal Walk, or bike through Fountain Square to enjoy the airy atmosphere of a bustling metropolis.
Or visitors can take advantage of the paddle boat or pedal boat rental service in downtown Indy right next to the beautiful canal to enjoy a slow-paced paddle along this beautiful canal.
The buildings on both sides of the canal are apartments, commercial, commercial, religious, cultural and educational centers that will gradually appear on this side, and on the other side are outdoor weddings or breezy cafes.
9. Miami Riverwalk (Miami, Florida)
The Miami Riverwalk is a pedestrian walkway located in downtown Miami, Florida, beginning at Bayfront Park and connecting westward to Bayside Market, the city's dining, shopping, and cruise ship terminal.
While walking along this road, visitors can watch massive cruise ships going in and out of the port, and can even see dolphins swimming or very strange birds.
Since 2008, the Miami Riverwalk Festival has been held every November and includes a variety of free cultural and entertainment events for everyone to enjoy. The Riverwalk is part of a larger project called the Miami River Greenway which includes a complete tree-lined path along the south side of the river leading to Miami Beach.
10. Detroit Riverfront (Detroit, Michigan)
In the summer of 2012, the final stages of construction were completed to complete the East Riverfront project and connect the Detroit Riverwalk with the complex's associated green spaces along the riverfront.
The highlight is West Riverfront Park, where about three million people come every year to walk, run, bike, spend time with family and friends and enjoy the quality of life brought by the fresh air from the river.
Attractions along the riverfront include William G. Milliken Park, Peter Stroh Square and other open green spaces, all connected by the famous Detroit Riverwalk.
William G. Milliken Park boasts a 63-foot-tall lighthouse, a miniature replica of the recently renovated lighthouse at Tawas Point State Park, originally built in 1876. From here, you can look out over the nearby Canadian city of Windsor, just across the river.
