Holiday in Southern States
Region in USA — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇺🇸
Country
USA
Type
Region
Best time to travel
March–May (spring), October–November (pleasant, fewer tourists)
Budget/day
$120–200
Getting there from Germany
Flights to Atlanta, Nashville, or New Orleans (with layover, approx. 11–13 hours). Rental cars recommended for road trips through the South.
About Southern States
The American South is a world of its own — a region where legendary hospitality, unforgettable music, and some of the best regional cuisine in the world come together. From the gentle Blue Ridge Mountains to the swamps of Louisiana and the white sandy beaches of Florida and the Carolinas, a culturally rich mosaic of history and tradition unfolds. Cities like New Orleans, Nashville, Charleston, and Savannah are among the most characterful in America. New Orleans enchants with jazz and Creole cuisine, Nashville is the birthplace of country music, Charleston impresses with antebellum architecture and gourmet restaurants, and Savannah lures with moss-draped oaks and Victorian charm. Memphis, the home of Elvis and the blues, and Atlanta as the vibrant metropolis of the New South complete the picture. The cuisine of the South is world-famous: soul food, Cajun dishes, barbecue, shrimp and grits, and sweet pecan pie are just a few highlights. The musical traditions — from blues and jazz to country and gospel — have shaped modern music as a whole. Natural experiences like the Great Smoky Mountains, the Everglades, and the bayous of Louisiana round out the experience. The South offers an intensity of culture, flavor, and hospitality that cannot be found anywhere else.
Top 5 highlights in Southern States
The places you absolutely must not miss.
New Orleans French Quarter
The historic heart of New Orleans with jazz clubs, Creole cuisine, and the legendary Mardi Gras – America's most vibrant neighborhood.
Nashville Music Row
The country music capital of the world with live music on every corner, the Grand Ole Opry, and a booming culinary scene.
Savannah Historic District
Georgia's most charming city with cobblestone streets, moss-draped oaks, and elegant antebellum mansions.
Memphis Beale Street
The birthplace of blues and rock 'n' roll with Graceland, Sun Studio, and the best BBQ ribs in the South.
Charleston
One of the most beautiful small towns in the USA with pastel-colored houses, top-notch restaurants, and Southern charm.
Hotels in Southern States
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Reise-SIM für Southern States
Günstig surfen im Urlaub mit travSIM
Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
Best time to travel for Southern States
Recommended travel time
March–May (spring), October–November (pleasant, fewer tourists)
Summer
Very hot and humid, 32–38 °C, frequent thunderstorms
Winter
Mild, 8–18 °C, rarely frost
How much does a holiday in Southern States cost?
Average costs per person per day
Budget
$60–100
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
$120–200
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
$250–500
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Avoid the South in summer – the heat and humidity are extreme.
In New Orleans, definitely eat away from Bourbon Street – the French Quarter has better restaurants in the side streets.
BBQ styles vary regionally – Memphis (pork), Texas (beef), Carolina (vinegar vs. mustard sauce).
A road trip on the Natchez Trace Parkway from Nashville to Natchez is a hidden gem.
Tipping 18–20% is particularly important in the South – part of the culture.
Food & drink in Southern States
These specialties you must try!
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