12 Cities in the U.S. That Are So Boring You Won’t Want to Visit
Not every destination is cut out for keeping visitors entertained. Some places just aren’t interesting enough to hold visitor’s attention. Of course, everyone has their tastes, likes, and dislikes, but these next few places are admittedly quite boring and will disinterest you in a matter of hours.
For some of these places, there just isn’t much to see, and for others, the weather sucks all the fun out of the experience. All in all, here are 12 cities you won’t want to visit.
Springfield, Missouri
This city can be related to a movie extra that never gets a speaking role. There’s not much to grab your attention apart from Bass Pro Shops and some historic Route 66 landmarks. Springfield might be a great place to live as a visitor, but you’ll find it hard to remain occupied for too long.
Dover, Delaware
In Dover, you would expect that as the capital of Delaware, it would have a bit of flair, but most days it’s almost like a ghost town. Other than a casino and a couple of historical buildings, there’s not much to write home about. The lack of bustling energy in the city can make you feel like the last guest to leave after the party.
Abilene, Texas
Abilene is a slow walk through a quiet neighborhood, but not the charming kind. It has a few small museums and a nice zoo, but the city itself has the vibe of a flat landscape. Abilene might keep you idle if you’re looking for thrilling nightlife or quirky attractions.
Lubbock, Texas
Lubbock was Buddy Holly’s hometown, but the excitement departed with him. There’s not much else outside of a museum honoring the rock and roll legend to keep visitors entertained. The flat, dry landscape doesn’t help its case, either.
Wichita, Kansas
Wichita is the biggest city in Kansas, but it has very few museums and parks, nothing unique to it. It’s a nice place for locals but not quite memorable for visitors.
Rockford, Illinois
Rockford is often overshadowed by Chicago for good reason. It has a few attractions like the Anderson Japanese Gardens, but otherwise, there’s not much to draw visitors in. It’s not bad, but it’s not exciting either, and it’s a place that always feels stuck in the middle of the road.
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Sioux Falls has the namesake “waterfalls“, but after you’ve checked them off your list, you may have nothing to do. It’s a city that doesn’t have the kind of energy you’d expect a growing urban area to have. Locals love it, but for tourists, it’s like finding socks after opening a beautifully wrapped gift box.
Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield may sound interesting at first. It’s known as a hub for country music. There’s not much to see or do once you’ve learned about its small music venues. The dry heat and industrial feel of the city don’t make the experience any better.
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Fort Wayne is not considered a memorable city by some visitors. It isn’t a must-see destination, just a few museums and a zoo. It’s a city that’s fine with being ordinary and that’s not necessarily a bad thing, but it doesn’t create an exciting travel experience.
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Cedar Rapids is often called “The City of Five Seasons,” but it’s hard to figure out what that fifth season is supposed to be. The city offers little at best with a few art and cultural attractions. It’s not exactly a place you would put on your bucket list unless you’re really into cornfields.
Toledo, Ohio
Toledo’s nickname, “The Glass City,” reflects its glass manufacturing history, but that’s about as shiny as it gets. The Toledo Museum of Art is impressive, but the rest of the city feels like a drive-through with barely any features to explore.
Peoria, Illinois
Peoria is one of those cities that just doesn’t stand out. There’s a riverfront, a zoo, and minor-league sports. Its attractions are bland, like bread with no spread: It does the job, but you’ll want something more flavorful.