Savannah, Georgia
Visiting Savannah, GA, can feel like a wonderful time warp, thanks to the beautiful gothic architecture, lush trees shading cobblestone roads, and horsedrawn carriage traffic. Bring your friends and fam to stay at this last minute vacation rental duplex in Starland District, where you can rent one or two units to fit your whole crew! Then post up along the shore to watch the Independence Day fireworks over the Savannah River.
Asheville, North Carolina
Spend the 4th in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Asheville, NC. This artsy town is an outdoor recreation haven with incredible Downtown and River Arts Districts. Stay at Asheville Getaway New Build Bungalow, relax in the hot tub, take in the mountain views, and lounge on the porch. Head to Pack Square Park the weekend of the Fourth for the Ultimate Air Dog competition, live music, food trucks, and fireworks.
Santa Fe, New Mexico
Head to Santa Fe to spend your Fourth in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo mountains. Come for the weekend to check out the 29th Annual Santa Fe Wine Festival July 1-2. Then, enjoy watching the Fourth of July Fireworks at Santa Fe Place Mall. Stay at Casita Don Manuel, a private home with beautiful beams, adobe walls, and a stunning fireplace in downtown Santa Fe.
Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Gatlinburg is called the Gateway to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, a 520,00-acre haven for outdoor recreation (think: hike, bike, paddle, and more!). Take a break from adventure and hit the Gatlinburg July 4th Parade, one of the top ten in the country! It travels for over a mile! Book a last minute vacation rental at Dreams and Streams, a secluded treehouse cabin in the woods in nearby Pittman Canter.
St. Petersburg, Florida
Spend your Fourth on Florida’s Gulf Coast golfing, boating, fishing, or wandering the beach. Pack your swimsuit and sunscreen to visit Busch Gardens for the Summer Celebration Fireworks Spectacular! Stay at Villa on Point Brittany 21 to enjoy the pool and beach access from an accessible first-floor condo with a gourmet kitchen.
Kitty Hawk, North Carolina
Kitty Hawk, NC, is a beautiful beach town on the Atlantic. Grab your camping chairs and head to the boardwalk to ring in the Fourth of July near the water. Dreaming of your own beach area for privacy and nature but close enough to town for shopping and fun? Stay at 4000 Fragile Magic, a charming oceanfront home with four bedrooms, three bathrooms, a hot tub, and a grill.
Olympia, Washington
Olympia, WA, is 60 miles out of Seattle – the perfect artsy escape! This relaxed town is full of cafes, restaurants, boutiques, and galleries, perfect for getting out of the July heat! Book a last minute vacation rental at The Beach House at Oakland Bay, a three-bedroom, two-bathroom waterfront home with a huge private deck. Check out the many nearby July 4th events, from a run to parades and a party cruise.
Boise, Idaho
Planning to spend Independence Day with family? Head to Boise, ID, and stay in this North End Retreat, a four-bedroom, two-bathroom pet-friendly home with a tree swing! Walk the nearby trails and bring containers to pick up candy at the July 4th parade. Catch some fireworks (30+ minutes of them!) at the nearby fireworks show in Idaho Falls.
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