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20 America’s Most Underrated Cities
Travelers looking for the next undiscovered, under-the-radar destination, pay attention. According to Travel + Leisure readers, you’ve been seriously missing out on these 20 amazing cities.
Here are the top 20 most underrated cities in America:
20. Louisville, Kentucky
Highlights: Distilleries, excellent restaurants, strong bluegrass scene, booming arts scene including 21C Museum Hotel and the Kentucky Museum of Art and Craft.
19. Phoenix, Arizona
Highlights: Cultural diversity, art museums like the Heard Museum, perfect for escaping the heat.
18. Columbus, Ohio
Highlights: Increasing recognition, featured in Travel + Leisure for the first time.
17. Detroit, Michigan
Highlights: Known as the nation’s Great Comeback City with new boutique hotels, celebrity-driven restaurants, and unique art sites like the Heidelberg Project.
16. Tucson, Arizona
Highlights: Thriving food scene with standout barbecue, local coffee roasters, and craft brewers.
