Believe it or not, Christmas is closer to us than it appears! The second best thing to do after spending the holidays at home is to travel to a place where you can feel the spirit of Christmas and make memories that would last you for the years to come.

In this post, we’ll talk about 10 best Christmas towns in the United States. But because of the pandemic, make sure you plan ahead and travel smart.

Snowmass, Colorado

Thanks to Colorado mountain peaks, Snowmass is completely covered by snow during Christmas time. You can enjoy skiing, snowboarding, or simply enjoy the Snowmassive Celebration where they have interactive light-based interaction, illuminated ice sculptures, and an ice-skating show.

Frankenmuth, Michigan

Frankenmuth in Michigan has the world’s largest Christmas store and the story doesn’t end there. You can dine with Mr. and Mrs. Clause at a German-style restaurant or fall in love with the lights display.

Branson, Missouri

Branson in Missouri is famous as the “Christmas Tree Town,” for a good reason! This town has more than 700 decorated trees, with more than 6.5 million lights, brightening Branson’s Silver Dollar City theme park.

Boothbay, Maine

Santa and his wife arrive on a decorated boat to Boothbay! If that’s not enough, how about New England’s biggest light display with 650,000 lights at Gardens Aglow?

Helen, Georgia

This stunning town is near the Chattahoochee River. During Christmas, it gets even more beautiful with trees decoration, Christmas market, Christmas parade, and a lot of festive food and music

Natchitoches, Louisiana

Do you think you start celebrating Christmas early? Natchitoches in Louisiana gets ready since June with lights, historic home tours, and parades.

Woodstock, Vermont

The perfect timing to feel the holiday spirit is on Woodstock Wassail Weekend when the whole town is ready, with a parade of horses and buggies, historic homes, and beautifully decorated farms.

Durango, Colorado

Have you always dreamed of riding the Polar Express? Visit Durango in Colorado during Christmas to awaken your inner child.

St. Augustine, Florida

Did anyone say sunny warm Christmas? St. Augustine gets truly charming with all the lights and decorations, plus, you can wear your summer clothes!

North Pole, Alaska

North Pole has the Christmas spirit year-round, but it is at its best during the actual Christmas holiday time.