Does the vacation never make it out of the group chat? When organizing and finding time between multiple schedules gets too difficult, it’s nice to understand you can turn any trip into some well needed me-time. That’s not say knowing where to go on your solo travels can also prove tricky, needing to factor in safety, funds, and so on.
However, Kayak has saved you the headache by releasing the top-rated cities for solo travel in the U.S. and around the world. The travel service website took into consideration its greatest solo travel searches, domestic and international safety, attractions, average cost per meal and more to determine its rankings based of Kayak’s very own solo score.
Best U.S. cities for solo travel
Maybe it’s your first solo travel trip and you want to start small. Staying within the United States can provide a great array of destinations without a language barrier, while never being too far from home.
1. Washington D.C.
Washington D.C. tops the ranking as the best U.S. city for solo travel. Whether you’re a history buff or or enjoy a night out, Washington D.C. is a great spot to visit for one.
Solo score: 100%
🤩 Nightlife, history, tours
✈️ $362 average round-trip
2. Boston, Massachusetts
Beyond being amused by the accent, head to Boston for a picturesque escape and to sink your teeth into a delicious lobster roll.
Solo score: 74%
🤩 Museums, sports, parks
✈️ $329 average round-trip
3. Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, home to deep dish pizza and Italian beef sandwiches. While you’re there, be sure to walk Michigan Avenue, see a Cubs games at Wrigley Field, and snap a pic in front of The Bean.
Solo score: 65%
🤩 Comedy, culture, baseball
✈️ $300 average round-trip
4. Atlanta, Georgia
Enjoy a booming music scene, delicious BBQ and gorgeous weather when you make a trip out to Atlanta.
Solo score: 65%
🤩 Music, food, outdoors
✈️ $277 average round-trip
5. Salt Lake City, Utah
Admire the beautiful mountains that give Salt Lake City the perfect backdrop and try Utah’s famous funeral potatoes. Did you know Salt Lake City will host 2034 Winter Olympics?
Solo score: 54%
🤩 Mountains, walking, shopping
✈️ $381 average round-trip
P.S. New York made the 10th best U.S. city for solo travel!
Best international cities for solo travel
1. Berlin, Germany
Whether you’ve always wanted to see Brandenburg Gate or the Berlin Wall, there are endless significant sites to visit on your trip to Berlin. Plus, you’re guaranteed an all nighter if you’re into the techno scene.
Solo score: 100%
🤩 History, street art, techno
✈️ $1044 average round-trip
2. Vancouver, Canada
Vancouver is a wonderful destination for adventurers ready to be engulfed by beautiful landscapes and nature.
Solo score: 90%
🤩 Nature, craft brews, adventure
✈️ $454 average round-trip
3. Montreal, Canada
Oui Oui! Warm up your French with a visit to Montreal and sip on espresso at one of the many fabulous cafes.
Solo score: 72%
🤩 Festivals, cafes, music
✈️ $433
4. Paris, France
Now after all that practice in Montreal, you can test your skills in Paris! Maybe it’s a lifelong dream to see the Eiffel Tower twinkle at night or cruise down the Seine while the sun shines down on you. Regardless what you desire, anything is possible in Paris.
Solo score: 88%
🤩 Gardens, culture, bakery
✈️ $947
5. Milan, Italy
Slurp up endless pasta and sip on copious amounts of wine as you venture in your own Eat, Pray, Love experience with a solo trip to Milan, Italy.
Solo score: 74%
🤩 Design, fashion, apertivo
✈️ $1047
The full list of the best cities for solo travel can be found on Kayak.