If you are looking to spend some quality time with your mom or daughter, traveling always makes for unforgettable memories. These 12 best mother-daughter trips are perfect for any kind of traveler. Whether you are looking for a spa weekend or an adventure packed vacation these destinations will not leave you disappointed. I have traveled with my mother a ton; we have explored so much of the US together - these 12 destinations are our all time favorites in the US!

This post is all about the 12 Best Mother-Daughter Trips In The US.

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1. Charleston, South Carolina

Charleston is a charming city located on the Eastern seaboard in South Carolina. Known for its colorful streets, Southern charm, amazing restaurants, cute hotels and preppy boutiques, Charleston is the perfect place for a mother-daughter getaway in the US.

My mom and I went to Charleston a couple of years ago and had a wonderful time exploring the quaint streets and learning all about the history of the fascinating city. Charleston was founded in 1670 and is most known for its involvement in the Civil War and the Slave Trade.

If you are a fellow history buff or love coastal cities with a preppy flare, Charleston is the perfect place for your next mother-daughter trip!

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Top 10 Things To Do In Charleston, South Carolina

1. Rainbow Row
2. Charleston City Market
3. Joe Riley Waterfront Park
4. King Street
5. Wander The Streets
6. Old Exchange
7. Do a Walking Tour
8. Old Slave Mart
9. Walk Along The Battery
10. Fort Sumter National Monument

🛎️Our Favorite Charleston Hotel - Hotel Bennett 

2. Savannah, Georgia

Located just 2 hours south of Charleston is the picturesque city of Savannah, Georgia. Savannah is known for its historic mansions, live oak trees, cobblestone streets, and gorgeous parks.

If you are looking for mother-daughter trips on a budget, Savannah, Georgia may be for you. You will find cute hotels for a fare price and inexpensive food in Savannah. If you are coming from Boston, NYC, or Florida flights are usually pretty cheap.

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Top 10 Things To Do In Savannah, Georgia

1. Wander Around Forsyth Park
2. Explore the Victoria District
3. East River Street
4. Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters
5. Sorrel Weed House Museum
6. The Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist
7. Bonaventure Cemetery
8. First African Baptist Church
9. Take a Day Trip
10. The Olde Pink House

🛎️Our Favorite Savannah Hotel - Perry Lane Hotel 

3. Palm Beach, Florida

If you are looking for the perfect mother-daughter beach vacation, Palm Beach may be the destination you have been looking for! This small Florida city is home to gorgeous Spanish architecture, luxurious hotels, white sand beaches, and delectable restaurants. Palm Beach is a perfect vacation spot in Florida because it is not too touristy and it is extremely luxurious. If you opt for a mother daughter trip to this ritzy city, be prepared to spend a bit of money as the hotels are not cheap!

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Top 10 Things To Do In Palm Beach, Florida

1. Worth Ave
2. Palm Beach Lake Trail
3. Henry Morrison Flagler Museum
4. The Square
5. Norton Museum of Art
6. Go To The Beach
7. Visit West Palm Beach
8. Have dinner at El Camino
9. Spend a Day at The Breakers
10. Do a Day Trip To Delray Beach

🛎️Our Favorite Palm Beach Hotel - The Breakers

4. Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Portsmouth is a small coastal city located in Southern New Hampshire. This adorable town was established in 1653 making it one of the oldest cities in the US. Portsmouth is the perfect weekend getaway in New England because of its unique shopping, amazing seafood restaurants, and European-like streets.

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Top 10 Things To Do in Portsmouth, New Hampshire

1. Explore Market Street
2. Visit Strawbery Banke Museum
3. Take a Stroll In Prescott Park
4. Visit The USS Albacore Museum
5. See a Show at The Music Hall
6. Moffatt-Ladd House & Garden
7. Visit Maine
8. Try Popovers On The Square
9. Go To a Seafood Restaurant
10. Go On a Hike

🛎️Our Favorite Portsmouth Hotel - The Hotel Portsmouth 

5. Newport, Rhode Island

Newport is located on the coast of the tiny state of Rhode Island. This stunning city is most well known for being home to the Newport Mansions. The Newport Mansions Were built in the 1800s by wealthy NYC businessmen as an oasis from the city. Today the Gilded Age Mansions are open for all to see.

Newport is more then it's Mansions though. There is a charming downtown area full of boutiques, cafes, and restaurants. You can also have a lovely day at the beach in Newport!

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Top 10 Things To Do In Newport, Rhode Island

1. The 11 Mansions
2. The Tennis Hall of Fame
3. the Newport Cliff Walk
4. The Beach
5. Visit the museums
6. Try Newports Seafood
7. Have a go at Surfing
8. Do a Food and History Tour of Newport
9. Do a Day Trip To Mystic, Connecticut
10. Do a Helicopter Tour

🛎️Our Favorite Portsmouth Hotel - The Vanderbilt Hotel

6. Santa Barbara, California

Santa Barbara is a coastal city just 2 hours from Los Angeles. Known for its Mediterranean climate and natural beauty, Santa Barbara is a lovely option for a mother-daughter trip in the USA. Founded in 1786 by the Spanish, Santa Barbara was a hub for Catholicism. A mother-daughter trip to Santa Barbara is a great idea for you if you love the beach, hiking, and Spanish architecture!

Top 10 Things To Do In Santa Barbara, California

1. Do a Wine Tasting
2. Visit the Old Mission Santa Barbara
3. Shop At Paseo Nuevo
4. Santa Barbara Maritime Museum
5. Arroyo Burro Beach County Park
6. Shoreline Park
7. Visit Lotusland
8. Stearns Wharf
9. Go Hiking
10. Go To The Beach

🛎️Our Favorite Santa Barbara Hotel - El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel

7. Sedona, Arizona

Sedona, Arizona is the place to go for an all exclusive mother-daughter trip. With plenty of wellness resorts, Sedona is a city full of stunning desert landscapes, landmarks, shopping, and amazing eateries. There are so many all inclusive resorts in Sedona! So if you are looking for a relaxing holiday, the Arizona city is perfect.

Top 10 Things To Do In Sedona, Arizona

1. Visit Red Rock State Park
2. Stay at an All Inclusive Resort In Sedona
3. See The Chapel of the Holy Cross
4. Explore Downtown Sedona (Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village)
5. Slide Rock State Park
6. Do The Devil's Bridge Trail
7. See Oak Creek Canyon
8. Go To The Sedona Heritage Museum
9. Visit Bell Rock
10. Go On a Jeep Aventure

🛎️Our Favorite Sedona Hotel - Enchantment Resort

8. Nantucket, Massachusetts

Located just 30 miles off of Cape Cod, Nantucket is a charming little island home to adorable boutique hotels, preppy shops, gorgeous beaches, and more. A mother-daughter trip to this stunning islands is the perfect idea for a special ocassion.

Nantucket is most expensive in the summer months, as it is tourist season. Most people visit the Cape and Islands over the summer, but I am partial to the winter because it is so peaceful. If you are looking for a holiday trip, Nantucket is a great place to go. The downtown area is covered in lights and decoration and all the shops open backup!

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Top 10 Things To Do On Nantucket

1. Have a Go at Surfing at Cisco Beach
2. Visit Jetties Beach
3. Walk Around Downtown Nantucket
4. Check Out The Marina
5. Go Fishing
6. Visit Great Point
7. Siasconset
8. Cisco Breweries
9. Bike Around Nantucket
10. Walk Down Orange Street

🛎️Our Favorite Nantucket Hotel - The White Elephant

9. Whitefish, Montana

Whitefish is a stunning resort town in the Rocky Mountains of Montana. Known for its remoteness and natural beauty, Whitefish, Montana is a lovely option for a mother daughter trip if you are an adventurous duo. Skiing is common in the winter and hiking is all the range in the summer in Whitefish. Whitefish is also home to cute shops and adorable eateries! Visit Whitefish, Montana for an adventure packed trip.

Top 10 Things To Do In Whitefish, Montana

1. Explore Downtown Whitefish
2. Stay At The Whitefish Mountain Resort
3. Visit Glacier National Park
4. Hike Along The Whitefish Trail
5. Have a Go At Fly Fishing In Whitefish Lake
6. Explore Flathead National Forest
7. Try Rock Climbing
8. Try Montana BBQ
9. Try Snowshoeing
10. Go Dog Sledding

🛎️Our Favorite Whitefish Hotel - Whitefish Mountain Resort

10. Richmond, VA

Richmond is a charming city located on the east coast. This small city is most well known for its colonial architecture, Southern charm, lovely restaurants, and picturesque cobblestone streets. Richmond is home to tons of adorable boutique hotels. So be sure to branch out and stay at a privately owned b&b for the perfect Richmond experience. Richmond is a great option for a mother-daughter trip on a budget, as it's not to pricey to visit!

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Top 10 Things To Do In Richmond, VA

1. Go To The Virginia Museum Of Fine Arts
2. See The Stunning Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
3. Visit Hollywood Cemetery
4. Explore James River
5. Go On a TukTuk Tour
6. Spend an Afternoon In Maymont
7. Visit Carytown
8. Explore Downtown Richmond
9. Stay At The Jefferson Hotel
10. Try Authentic Southern Cooking

🛎️Our Favorite Richmond Hotel - The Jefferson Hotel

11. Burlington, Vermont

Located in northern Vermont, Burlington is home to the hippies. With unique shopping, adorable bed and breakfasts, amazing hiking, and stunning streets, Burlington is the perfect place for a mother-daughter trip. The best time to visit this New England city is in the fall because the leaves are colorful, the air is crisp, and you will just get that authentic Vermont vibe.

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Top 10 Things To Do In Burlington, Vermont

1. Explore Church Street
2. Do a Hike
3. Visit The Ethan Allen House
4. Have Ice Cream At The First Ben & Jerry's
5. Stop By The Shelburne Museum
6. The Burlington Farmers Market
7. Explore Waterfront Park
8. Have a Go At Kayaking
9. Go To The Beach
10. Stay At The Fashionable Blind Tiger Hotel

🛎️Our Favorite Burlington Hotel - Blind Tiger

12. Bar Harbor, Maine

Bar Harbor, Maine is a stunning coastal town in the underrated state of Maine. This New England city is truly a hidden gem. Home to plenty of Lobster, stunning coastal views, enchanting b&bs, and darling boutiques, Bar Harbor is a lovely destination for a weekend getaway in New England. Bar Harbor itself is beautiful, but it is also right next to the captivating Acadia National Park. So Bar Harbor works for a beach vacation, an adventure destination, and a visit to a cute new city!

Top 10 Things To Do In Bar Harbor, Maine

1. Explore Downtown Bar Harbor
2. Stop By The Abbe Museum
3. Try Maine Lobster
4. Go Whale Watching
5. Stop By Bill & Ben's Chocolate Shop
6. Visit Acadia National Park
7. Visit One Of The Nearby Islands
8. See Mount Rainier
9. Stay at The Bar Harbor Inn
10. Go To The Beach

🛎️Our Favorite Hotel In Bar Harbor - The Bar Harbor Inn

12 Best Mother-Daughter Trips In The US Wrap Up

Traveling with your mom is such a gift, and if you have the chance to do it, you should! I have been lucky enough to go on so many trips with my mom and have loved each one! We hope that this guide to the 12 best mother-daughter trips in the US help you get a little inspiration for your next adventure! If you liked this post we think you will love our guide to the 13 Most European Cities In America!

Written By Daisy MacLellan

This post all about the 12 Best Mother-Daughter Trips In The US was written by Daisy MacLellan. Daisy is the owner and main content writer of Daisies Abroad. She is from Boston, Massachusetts an loves her Pomeranian, Latte. You will find Daisy exploring different countries or in a local cafe writing.

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