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BEST Culture DESTINATIONS

With a cultural vacation package from Southwest Airlines Vacations, travelers experience the great history of this land ranging from Native American society to postmodern day civilization. Discover countless national museums, monuments, memorials, landmarks, and historical sites. Select one of our many cultural destinations below, and book your cultural vacation package today!

Top Culture Destinations

San Francisco/Napa Valley

Washington D.C.

Culture Destinations

Boston
The birthplace of a nation, Boston is a vibrant testament to the proud past and present of the United States. The perfect vacation destination for history buffs, Boston’s uniqueness can be found in its diverse architecture, vibrant culture, and wide offering of entertainment and historical attractions, including the historic North End and the city’s famous Freedom Trail. Where impressive modern skyscrapers exist side by side with famous 18th- and 19th-century architecture, the city of Boston is a perfect blend of historic Americana and modern innovations.

Destination Highlights

Discover enlightening museums that suit your interests, including The Museum of Science and The Museum of Fine Arts.
Explore some of Boston's most popular attractions, including The New England Aquarium, Paul Revere's House and Boston’s Freedom Trail.

Chicago
A bustling metropolis of people, places, and things to see and do, Chicago has something for absolutely everyone! With its diverse offering of astonishing architecture, charming lakefront parks, and a rich cultural diversity, visitors of all ages will leave a piece of their heart in sweet home Chicago.

Destination Highlights

Set sail on an architectural boat tour to truly experience the beautiful skyline of the Windy City.
Explore history, science, art, space, or the sea at one of the city's incredible museums.
Discover Chicago's vibrant theatre scene, from Broadway productions to improv comedy.

New Orleans
Let the good times roll during visits to this unforgettable vacation destination. Like no other place in the U.S., New Orleans is world-famous for its spicy blend of history, mystery, and perhaps just a little voodoo. Thought to be one of the world’s most haunted destinations, New Orleans boasts a rich cultural heritage and an ever-present blend of the past and present.

Destination Highlights

Take a ride on the St. Charles Avenue Street Car.
Brave one of the cemetery tours for a glimpse into the city's haunted history.
Escape to downtown New Orleans for a visit to Oak Alley Plantation, the stately home of the "old south."
Stroll through the famous Garden District where you'll find the famous architecture, dining, and entertainment that helped make New Orleans famous.

New York City
With five boroughs and a whole lot of personality, New York City has something for every taste, whim and mood. Here, some of the world's best art, theatre and attractions are waiting to be discovered including popular attractions like the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. While the convenient subway system makes it easy to catch a Broadway Musical, take in awe-inspiring art at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and stroll under the trees of Central Park, all in the course of a day!

Destination Highlights

Visit world-famous museums including The Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Whitney Museum of American Art and The Ground Zero Museum.
From the shows of Broadway to The Statue of Liberty, visitors will run out of time before they run out of things to see in New York City.
Enjoy free admission to the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) on Friday nights from 4-8 pm. Tuesdays are free all day at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden.

San Francisco/Napa Valley
San Francisco and Napa Valley both have romantic getaway written all over them. Savor romantic dinners over candlelight, a romantic weekend in Napa, or the inspiring view of the bays and hills of San Francisco.

Destination Highlights

Experience the variety of museums and art galleries surrounding the city, from San Francisco's Cable Car Museum to the world renowned Asian Art Museum.
Explore the ethnic diversity of San Francisco through the various neighborhoods, local restaurants, and shops.
Catch a glimpse into California's dark history with a tour of San Francisco's infamous Alcatraz Island.

Washington D.C.
The capital of the United States of America, Washington D.C. is a hot spot of art galleries, theatres, museums, and world-famous historical attractions. Home of the White House and the center of U.S. government, visitors to D.C. can experience the past and present of American history through visits to Capitol Hill; fascinating museums such as the Smithsonian American Art Museum and the International Spy Museum; and national monuments, including the Lincoln Memorial and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Where national treasures of the past meet today's modern marvels, Washington D.C. provides a fascinating world of discovery, reflection, and unforgettable attractions.

Destination Highlights

Tour the White House, the iconic residence of U.S. Presidents past and present.
Experience this cultural hot spot with visits to famous museums like the National Gallery of Art and historical attractions like the Lincoln Memorial.