Leavenworth Washington

The Bavarian village thing could easily feel like a tourist trap, but Leavenworth actually pulls it off — the mountain backdrop is genuinely stunning and it doesn’t feel forced once you’re walking around. Kids love the novelty of it, and there’s enough going on between the river walks, hiking trails, and shops to fill a full day without anyone getting bored. Come during Christmas or Oktoberfest if you can, because the town leans hard into the festive stuff and it’s worth experiencing at least once.