Fascinating cities can get overshadowed when they’re near other tourist favorites. They may not be as well-known, but they have just as much to offer (and will probably be less crowded, too). Here are 10 underrated cities you’ll want to add to your bucket list.
Detroit , Michigan
Detroit is the largest and most populous city in Michigan. It is known for its contributions to music and as a repository of art , architecture and design.
Nara , Japan
Nara was Japan’s first permanent capital, established in 710. Tōdai-ji, a Buddhist temple in Nara, was built in 752 and houses the largest Buddha statue in Japan. It’s adjacent to Nara Park, home to friendly populations of deer.
Naples , Italy
It’s gritty, and occasionally dangerous, but Naples has heart, and the pizzerias will be reward enough for those who take a chance on it. Of course, there’s also the world’s finest collection of Pompeiian frescos in the Museo Archeologico Nazionale, a host of Renaissance masterpieces in various palaces, and a charming old town. But did we mention the pizza?
Minsk , Bilarus
Minsk still carries the legacy of its Soviet days, but therein lies its charm. From brutalist architecture to Soviet-era bars, pompous promenades to parade ground squares, it’s all still here. The big surprise however is its thriving street art scene, art galleries, fashionable cafes and 30-day visa-free entry. As the city gears up to host the European Games in 2019, now is the time to visit.
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Roughly an hour-and-a-half drive from Chicago, Milwaukee’s Midwestern charm stands on its own. The art museum designed by Santiago Calatrava also offers views of Lake Michigan, and brewery tours abound. No trip to Milwaukee would be complete without sampling the local favorite, Kopp’s Frozen Custard.
Lisbon , Portugal
This is, hands down, Europe’s most exciting capital city right now, a friendly, laidback hub full of neighbourhoods, each distinct and enticing, from the winding alleyways of Alfama to the nightlife hub of Bairro Alto, the historic beauty of Belem to the locals-only vibe of Campo de Ourique. The food in Lisbon is excellent and the high-quality wine is cheap.
Baltimore, Maryland
Between the National Aquarium, Inner Harbor, Fort McHenry (where the battle that inspired “The Star-Spangled Banner” was fought), and various art museums, Baltimore has no shortage of cultural and historic sites. That is, in case the song “Good Morning Baltimore” from the musical “Hairspray” wasn’t already enough of a motivation to visit.
Busan , South Korea
Though it’s little-known to those who haven’t visited South Korea, Busan is a bustling port town in the nation’s far south that has plenty to offer. The clean, accessible city beaches are something of a rarity in this part of the world. Rugged mountains ring the city. There’s also an excellent food scene, highlighted by the lively Jagalchi Fish Market, and the sort of thriving nightlife you’d expect from a coastal hot spot.
New Castle , Britain
Once gritty, grey and industrial, Newcastle has blossomed over the past decade into a modern, vibrant cultural centre thanks to world-class venues such as Sage Gateshead and the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art. This transformation culminated in the city hosting Britain’s biggest event during 2018: The Great Exhibition of the North – an 80-day festival celebrating the north’s pioneering spirit and achievements in art, design and innovation.
Dallas , US
Don’t ever think of Dallas as a mere transit city (Qantas flies direct from Sydney) or a has-been location for the eponymous television show. It’s a delightful city with a polished skyline, profusion of parks, eateries and quirky neighbourhoods (visit the former warehouse district, Deep Ellum, for live music and Bishop Arts District for restaurants, bars and galleries) and the must-see Sixth Floor Museum, from where Harvey Lee Oswald shot JFK.\
Utrecht , Netherlands
The Netherlands specialises in delightful, easily navigated, relaxing and canal-girt towns that provide a more relaxing and pretty alternative to tourist-swamped, scruffy Amsterdam. Utrecht, 30 minutes from Schiphol airport, is surely the best of them all. It has a well-preserved old town enlivened by a large student population and centred around a superb cathedral and tower.
St. Augustine, Florida
St. Augustine claims to be America’s oldest city, founded in 1565 by Spanish explorer Don Pedro Menendez de Aviles. It’s home to the mythical Fountain of Youth that Juan Ponce de León sought when he first explored Florida in 1513.
Kansas City, Missouri
The “City of Fountains” is not only decorated with 48 historic fountains, it’s also known for succulent barbecue, its jazz scene, and the only National World War I Museum and Memorial in the US.
Canberra , Australia
Don’t be put off by the goings-on in Australia’s parliament; there’s more to Canberra than politics, and the city has undergone an astonishing transformation in recent years. Today you’ll find it abuzz with exceptional food and coffee, high-end vintage shopping, boutique hotels and art produced by talented young creatives.
This was pretty much it about the cities and these are beautiful. Must visit here once.
VIAJAR 
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