Mid-Atlantic Region
The Mid-Atlantic is the dense, historic heart of the East Coast - home to New York City and Washington DC, plus Philadelphia, Niagara Falls and the Chesapeake Bay.
Mid-Atlantic at a Glance#
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The Mid-Atlantic links the nation’s biggest city and its capital, with mountains, bays and history in between.
Why go / don’t miss: the non-stop energy of New York City, the monuments and museums of Washington, D.C., the founding history of Philadelphia, the thundering Niagara Falls, and the Chesapeake Bay.
Areas: New York City and upstate (Adirondacks, Niagara); Philadelphia; Washington, D.C. and Maryland; and the Appalachians of West Virginia.
Getting around: the Northeast Corridor train (Amtrak) links NYC-Philadelphia-DC fast; a car helps upstate and in the mountains.
When to go: spring (Apr-Jun) and fall (Sep-Oct) are ideal; summers are hot and humid.
Where to stay: New York City or Washington, D.C. as bases.
Dining: NYC’s world cuisines, Philly cheesesteaks, Maryland blue crabs and DC’s global dining.
Local tips: the big three cities are an easy train trip apart - do them as one itinerary.
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