10 Best U.S. Cities to Visit That Look Just Like Europe

Charleston: Its historic center, cobblestone streets, and antebellum architecture make Charleston feel like a Southern European metropolis.

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Savannah, Georgia: With its old squares, Spanish moss-draped trees, and lovely historic center, Savannah feels European.

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St. Augustine, Florida: The oldest U.S. city with Spanish colonial architecture and small alleyways like Spain.

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New Orleans: The French Quarter's architecture, Creole townhouses, and European-inspired street design give New Orleans a European feel.

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San Antonio, Texas: The historic district's Spanish-influenced architecture and River Walk suggest Europe.

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Quebec City, Quebec: This Canadian city has a lovely Old Town with old fortifications and looks European.

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Boston, Massachusetts: Beacon Hill's cobblestone streets and Federal-style architecture bring Europe to New England.

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Annapolis, Maryland: The Chesapeake Bay city's colonial charm, waterfront location, and 18th-century architecture make it feel like Europe.

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Santa Fe, New Mexico: Pueblo-style architecture, adobe buildings, and Southwestern European vibe.

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Carmel-by-the-Sea, California: This seaside hamlet has storybook houses, European gardens, and an artistic vibe.

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