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10 Best US Cities for St. Paddy's Day

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Visit the top 10 cities in the U.S. to celebrate St. Patrick's Day!

Top 10 Cities for St. Patrick's Day Celebrations

1

Denver

Start the day in downtown Denver at the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
Stay: Stay at the Oxford Hotel in LoDo and the parade will pass by the front door.
2

Chicago

Chicago has been officially named the best U.S. city to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day!
Stay: For accommodation, stay in downtown close to Michigan Avenue ‘The Magnificent Mile’ where all the action is. The Gwen is a really nice hotel in a convenient location.
3

Boston

This historic city has a rich Irish heritage that dates back to one of the biggest waves of Irish immigration.
Stay: If you plan on visiting Boston for St Patrick's day, make sure to stay in the city centre, near the city hall, like at the Club Quarters Hotel or Hyatt Centric.
4

New York

Every year in New York City since 1762 NYC has hosted a huge St. Patrick’s parade to honor St. Patrick.
Stay: A hotel nearby to the parade start is the EVEN hotel which is in a great location as it is nearby to popular attractions, including Bryant Park, Times Square, and The Empire State Building.
5

Washington

Washington DC is famously multicultural, with celebrations from all around the world happening all year round.
Stay: If you’re visiting DC specifically for St. Patrick’s Day, consider staying at The Phoenix Park Hotel, which is upstairs from The Dubliner so you can enjoy the celebrations with folks from all over the world.
6

Savannah

In historic Savannah the Irish were among the first settlers in the area and therefore Irish roots run deep. The city’s St. Patrick’s Day festivities are over 200 years old.
Stay: Stay in the heart of the festival on River Street at the Marriott Savannah Riverfront. This is a great central location for a walking tour of Savannah
7

Key West

Where else should you spend a weekend of festivities than in Florida’s top party town, Key West
Stay: Spend a weekend unwinding after the festivities at the oldest hotel in Key West, the Eden House. Just a short walk to Duval Street in the historic Old Town, this inn is an affordable yet lush place to relax in the middle of paradise.
8

Palm Springs

Consider celebrating St. Patrick's Day in gorgeous Palm Springs, where you can always count on warm sunny days!
Stay: Stay at the Los Arboles Hotel, located just a few minutes away from downtown and allows guests to take a swim while enjoying beautiful mountain views, dine at their in-house restaurant, or simply unwind in their comfy room.
9

Seattle

Seattle knows how to celebrate St. Patrick's Day - not only do they hold events on the day of the holiday, but they start hosting activities two weeks before.
Stay: Hotel Five by Staypineapple is an excellent base for the holiday as well as any Seattle day trips you may venture on later.
10

Honolulu

Every year, the streets of downtown Honolulu come alive with the sights and sounds of the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade!
Stay: While staying in Waikiki is expensive, selecting accommodation away from the beach can save you money. Located on Lewers Street, the Coconut Waikiki Hotel offers a quiet stay within walking distance of shops, restaurants, and Waikiki Beach.
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