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Mesa Verde National Park

Cortez, CO
Ranked #1 of 8 attractions in Cortez
4.5 of 5 stars 165 Reviews
Type: National Parks
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Pennsylvania
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2012 NEW

My first time at Mesa Verde was as a 10 year old, MANY years ago. It was a highlight of my family's vacation "out west." I returned with my three sons when they were 9, 11 and 13 and they were just as fascinated as I had been. My most recent visit was this month (May 2012). I saw the... More

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Pittsburgh
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2012 NEW

I won't waste time about the incredible scenic views. Just a tip to allow time when you drive into the park if you are scheduled for a tour. It takes about a half hour from the gate to the visitors center and it is so pretty that you wouldn't want to rush the ride anyway. Don't let the advise/warnings about... More

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St. George, Utah
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

Nicely organized with well informed Park rangers as guides. More

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Oslo, Norway
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39 reviews 39 reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

I can understand why most Americans get their travel requirements covered on their own turf, and hence do not require passport. We expected to be impressed, and we were, but then we visit the United States this year to visit battlegrounds, white man's trails and the history of different the tribes. One shall not forget that though the white man... More

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Wash. State
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

My 2nd time there and i loved it just as much as the first. 1st trip in Oct, this was in May. Spring IS better. Get out there and hike to those ruins, it is worth it to see such history in the USA. More

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California
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW
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This park may not have the pizzas of Grand Canyon or Yosemite but it has a wealth of history (1,000 years of it) and is clean, very well organized and with plenty of facilities for the number of visitors. It is also very open. There is little to separate the visitors from the archaeological wonders - which is good for... More

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Small town, Colorado
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW
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We had a blast riding motorcycles through the park. We signed up for the Cliff House and Balcony house tours and enjoyed both. Both are pretty strenuous so listen to the guide in the beginning. If you're afraid of heights balcony house probably isn't your gig. I didn't think they did a good job explaining what you are up against... More

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Saskatchewan
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW
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We were amazed at how well the ruins have been preserved while allowing a very reasonable level of access. We went on two guided tours, Crystal Palace and Balcony House, both were very interesting. The rangers were knowledgable and helpful with suggestions and interpretations. The park was well setup, clean and well kept, everything was well marked and easy to... More

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Lancaster, Pennsylvania
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

Well worth the trip. Great history, with fun little hikes. It was amazing to actually be able to go in and around some of these structures and climb the ladders. More

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Phoenix
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012

Love the history here, A Must Stop, save recet for additional visits while your here. More

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