Duluth named among ‘Best Towns to Visit in the US’

CNN Travel has released its first ever list of the Best American Towns to Visit.

Experts consider attractions, food and drinks, nightlife, sense of identity, and ‘wow’ factor.

Each town has 50,000 – 225,000 residents. CNN says these towns offer a different experience than cities, where your able to see the sites without.

Here’s the list along with where CNN gave these towns the highest scores.

No. 10: Duluth, Minnesota

Cool lakeside setting, outdoor activities, beverage scene

No. 9: Knoxville, Tennessee

Down-to-earth vibe, live music, outdoor access

No. 8: Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Art and design, beer scene, outdoor activities

No. 7: Macon, Georgia

Musical heritage, cultural attractions, architecture

No. 6: Flagstaff, Arizona

Dark skies, outdoor activities, scenery, retro vibe

No. 5: San Luis Obispo, California

Gorgeous scenery, retro vibe, outdoor activities, wineries

No. 4: Portland, Maine

Next-level food scene, coastal setting, outdoor access

No. 3: Tacoma, Washington

Stunning setting, outdoor access, arts scene

No. 2: Providence, Rhode Island

Art, architecture, design, food scene

No. 1: Richmond, Virginia.

Art, architecture, design, food scene