The Seven Best Solo Travel Destinations to Visit

If you want to travel, yet have a hard time finding someone to go with you on your adventures,

you always have the option of traveling by yourself. Traveling alone can be an opportunity for

personal growth and discovery, but where should you visit? There are plenty of destinations here

in the United States and around the world you can visit on your own that cater to solo travelers.

To help get you started on deciding where you want travel, here are seven of the best solo travel

destinations.

1. The Grand Canyon – The nice thing about the Grand Canyon is you can have fun

exploring this top tourist destination in a variety of ways, from helicopter and horseback,

to viewing the Canyon from one of the observation platforms. Some solo travelers

participate in Grand Canyon tours where they have a tour guide and the opportunity to

enjoy their visit with other travelers.

2. Alaska – Once coined “The Last Frontier,” Alaska is enjoyed by approximately twenty

percent solo travelers each year. As such, people traveling on their own are welcomed

and provided assistance when determining what to see and do, like whale watching, or

traveling down a glacier-carved inlet.

3. Reykjavik, Iceland – This city is full of culture and history, and is one of the safest

travel destinations in Europe, although it is still recommended to take normal safety

precautions. Solo travelers can enjoy geothermal spas, waterfront walks, whale watching,

shopping, and more.

4. Cardiff, Wales – For solo travelers who want to visit the United Kingdom, Cardiff is

considered one of the safest cities in the country. There are several tours you can take

with groups, or you can go it alone by taking advantage of free admission to several

museums. Two of the more popular tours are the Llandaff Cardiff Ghost Tour and the

Doctor Who bus, walking, and castle tours.

5. Toronto, Ontario – Toronto provides access to arts, entertainment, shopping, and world-

class cuisine for solo travelers. Getting around is fairly inexpensive, as the city has a

rather extensive public transportation systems. One destination solo travelers will enjoy is

visiting the Toronto Islands, a chain of eight islands, accessible by ferry, that provide a

green landscape free of cars.

6. Dublin, Ireland – If you are a foodie or enjoy sampling beer, this city is for you. Rich in

culture and history, it is one of the top destinations for foodies and beer sampling in

Europe. There are even several museums and historical tours to enjoy.

7. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – This city and country are a top destination in Asia for solo

travelers. The city is one of the most technologically advanced in Asia, and offers plenty

of free activities, local markets, arts, and tours, with affordable taxis to get around. One

popular stop while visiting the city is the Bukit Bintang, one of the largest shopping

centers in Asia.

Traveling alone can be fun and exciting, as there are numerous destinations waiting to be

explored. If you have never traveled solo before, start off with something here in the United

States, like a Grand Canyon helicopter tour, before jumping in headfirst to destinations around

the world.