North Dakota

With lots of open spaces where the buffalo roam but relatively few people, touristically it's big on pioneer history sites, especially along the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail, as well as ecotourism in its famed Badlands. And for a taste of urbanity, there's always Fargo and Bismarck.

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8 of North Dakota´s Top Draws

NPS/Mark Hoffman In addition to some stunning natural beauty, the Peace Garden State also has a fair amount to recommend it in terms of culture and history, though it’s most definitely off the beaten path in terms of tourism. In fact, by some accounts ND is the least visited state in the Union – though unfairly so, as the following can attest: read post

5 best places to visit in North Dakota

A pretty good video overview!

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Max Pesling December 15, 2024 at 4:43pm

North Dakota for foodies? https://www.foodandwine.com/north-dakota-food-8701502
Helen Brown April 17, 2024 at 5:17pm

Turns out Bismarck is a pretty interesting place to visit! https://greatplainstravel.com/things-to-do-bismarck/

The 13 Best Things to Do in Bismarck, North Dakota

Planning a trip to or through North Dakota's capital city? Here are the best things to do in Bismarck, from history to culture to craft beer.
Paul Varmuza March 21, 2024 at 7:11pm

Could it be that Fargo is acquiring a touch of - gasp - cool? Well, Condé Nast Traveler seems to think the city is having its "moment": https://www.cntraveler.com/story/things-to-do-in-fargo-north-dakota

The Best Things to Do in Fargo, North Dakota—From Art Tours to Breweries

With a growing visitor population prompting new hotels, international fare, and eclectic shopping, this small city is having its moment.
José Balido February 29, 2024 at 4:00pm

Here´s a recent look at what´s new around ND in 2024 in terms of attractions to appeal to visitors: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/visitors-invited-discover-legendary-...

Visitors invited to Discover New Legendary Experiences in North Dakota

Visitors to North Dakota are in for an unforgettable experience this year as the state unveils an array of new attractions, accommodations, and cultu…
Max Pesling January 20, 2024 at 2:28pm

A travel planner just shared in Yahoo News shared 9 of the top "trending" destinations for his clients - and interestingly, one of his two U.S. choices is the lesser known section of the Badlands in ND: https://news.yahoo.com/9-underrated-travel-destinations-popular-144...

9 underrated travel destinations that will be popular this year, according to a travel planner

I work as a travel planner, and instead of booking Caribbean cruises or Italian getaways, my clients are heading to Slovenia and Tanzania this year.
John Kipper November 9, 2023 at 10:15am

No question, it get C-O-L-D in ND come winter, but there are also some great things to see and do, from seasonal holiday stuff to activities https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/north-dakota/things-to-do-in-north-...

Your Ultimate Guide To Winter Attractions And Activities In North Dakota

Explore the snowy wonderland of North Dakota with these top 15 winter activities. From skiing to holiday markets, there's something for everyone to e…
Jordan Simon October 9, 2023 at 2:55pm

Apparently even the Flickertail State has some pretty fetching fall foliage, as per this press release I received a while ago from the tourism folks> https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/vibrant-fall-foliage-color...

Vibrant Fall Foliage Colors Sweep Across North Dakota's Legendary Landscapes

/PRNewswire/ -- North Dakota is an incredibly breathtaking place year-round, and the cooler fall temperatures just around the corner are sure to add…
Jordan Simon June 5, 2023 at 11:58am

ND is a great state for the great outdoors, and this piece in TravelAwaits pretty much captures it! https://www.travelawaits.com/2887096/north-dakota-things-to-do-outd...

10 Fantastic Outdoor Experiences In North Dakota

With seemingly an unending amount of landscapes, vistas, and activities to explore, North Dakota is an outdoor-lover's dream destination.
Barbara Necker May 16, 2023 at 6:00pm

An Oklahoma couple with a travel blog, ParentsandPassports.com recently took a look at the Peace Garden State, and it's pretty eye-opening: https://parenthoodandpassports.com/best-places-to-visit-in-north-da...