Condé Nast TravelerOct 8, 2026
11 Airbnb Experiences Across the US Actually Worth Booking
From learning how to bake Southern biscuits in Georgia to tracking urban beavers in Seattle, these experiences will add excitement to any trip.
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- Nurturing with NaturePlaceSustainable flower farm offering tours.
- Elsewhere
- Ferry BuildingFerry terminalSan Francisco, United StatesExperience the charm of San Francisco at the iconic Ferry Building.
- Central ParkParkNew York, United StatesPark tour above 85th Street, including North Woods.
- North WoodsTrailNew York, United StatesArea in Central Park with a Revolutionary fort.
- Conservatory GardenGardenNew York, United StatesFairy-tale-like garden in Central Park.
- EnchantressPlaceNew York, United StatesSailboat for tours on the Hudson River.
- Brooklyn BridgeSightNew York, United StatesBridge passed during sailboat tour.
- Statue of LibertyAttractionNew York, United StatesLandmark passed during sailboat tour.
- BrianPlaceNewport, United StatesScrimshaw artist offering micro-apprenticeship.
- Sweet Auburn Bread CompanyRestaurantAtlanta, United StatesShop where baking class is held.
- Powell’s BooksMarketPortland, United StatesClassic bookstore offering personal tours.
- Villa’s TacosRestaurantLos Angeles, United StatesTaco spot in downtown LA with seven-layer taco.
- GuisadosRestaurantLos Angeles, United StatesTaco spot in downtown LA with braised fillings.
- Thrasher magazinePlaceSan Francisco, United StatesMagazine headquarters in San Francisco.
- Black RockSightSan Francisco, United StatesBurning Man is not a festival.
- Embarcadero CenterSightSan Francisco, United StatesAn outdoor ice skating rink is open in the center during winter months.
- Silver Springs State ParkParkSilver Springs, United StatesPark known for crystal-clear waters and glass-bottomed kayaks.
- St. Mary’s SquareParkSan Francisco, United States
- Edmunds Oast BreweryRestaurantCharleston, United States
- Munkle Brewing Co.RestaurantCharleston, United States
- Whale CollectiveRestaurantCharleston, United States