Having Eras Tour Withdrawal? Book a 2025 Vacation to These 4 Swiftie Destinations
The two-year-long Eras Tour was an era of joy for Swifties. From watching the live stream at home to traveling across the U.S. or the world to say, “It was rare; I was there,” the joy doesn’t have to end.
If you’ve got a blank space or two in your calendar, plan a Taylor-themed trip to keep the magic in your life. Whether you’re looking for another girlfriend’s getaway or a family trip, here are four iconic U.S. destinations where you can get your Taylor fix without the need to grab your passport.
Nashville, Tennessee
Many think of Nashville as a go-to spot for bachelorette parties, but it is also full of adventures for Swifties of all ages, including kids. Build your custom Taylor trail, experience the same places she loves in Nashville, and explore Music City, where her career began.
Things To Do (Taylor’s Version)
While getting show tickets at Bluebird Cafe, where she was discovered, is difficult, obtaining a seat is much easier at Fido, her favorite coffee shop and the perfect spot to start the day. Bring a book to enjoy an afternoon at Centennial Park, the 132-acre public space she mentions reading at in “Invisible String.” Then, walk the 12 South neighborhood, a favorite of Taylor’s, locals, and visitors.
If you plan a trip in May, you can visit Castle Gwynn, the filming spot for the “Love Story” music video. The private residence is open for a limited time to host the Tennesse Rennaisance Festival, and tours are also available.
See Why The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum Is Bejeweled
The Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum has updated the display in its Taylor Swift Education Center with several new artifacts from her early career. Come see the custom-built guitar with Swift’s name inlaid in mother-of-pearl from “The Red Tour,” The “13” six-string acoustic-electric banjo Swift played when she performed her song “Mean” at the Grammy Awards, and The BCBG Max Azria silk handkerchief dress, and BCBGirls metallic bronze-colored boots.
Don’t miss the artwork commemorating the 2023 U.S. leg of The Eras Tour,” which incorporates friendship bracelets that Swift received from fans.
Phoenix, Arizona
Why not plan a getaway to the place where The Eras Tour began? The tour’s first stop, Phoenix, has been drawing Hollywood stars for decades. It was the glamorous getaway for Frank Sinatra, Marilyn Monroe, presidents, dignitaries, and ‘The Real Housewives’ socialites of yesteryear.
From hiking to the top of Camelback Mountain for epic views, strolling the Desert Botanical Garden, visiting Phoenix Zoo, admiring Frank Lloyd Wright’s Talisen West, or hitting the greens at world-class golf courses, there’s something in one of America’s largest cities for every traveler or age group.
Stay In That Lavender Haze
Did you know that Phoenix has a Taylor-themed Airbnb called Lavender Haze Playce? This 4-bedroom single-family house sleeps 12, so take all your friends to this summit. Enjoy the pool, hot tub, and perfectly themed vignettes across the property. Then, take your pick from its 1989, Folklore, Evermore, or Reputation bedrooms for one epic sleepover.
This One of Kind Museum Is a Must-Do
It makes sense that The World’s Only Global Musical Instrument Museum would have a Taylor display. Featuring her instruments and items from the Fearless Tour and The “Anti-Hero” music video, get up close and personal with items on loan from Taylor herself. But once you’re in the door, you see why The Musical Instrument Museum was voted the #1 Attraction in all of Phoenix. Kids can play an entire room of global instruments downstairs, while adults will enjoy the two floors of galleries and performances on select dates.
A visit here reminds guests of another thing The Eras Tour showed the world—that music can connect us all, no matter our age or where we live.
New York, New York
Come see for yourself why The Big Apple inspired Taylor so much that she not only wrote a song about it but also started her 1989 album with her love letter to the electric city.
One of Taylor’s residence cities, avoid her Manhattan home to be respectful if she happens to be in town when you are.
Welcome to New York. It’s Been Waiting For You
Book one of the many Taylor Swift tours, or make your own. Drop your bags on the floor and head out to explore the city that never sleeps.
Grab a photo at her former house at 23 Cornelia Street or the historic Hotel Chelsea that she name-drops in The Tortured Poets Department. Then head to Tik-Tok-famous Lafayette Grand Cafe & Bakery for supremes to see why Taylor and her friends love them too. Walk the High Line elevated walkway that she name drops in “Cardigan,” and if you’re of age, grab a drink at the bar Lovers of Today, thought to be the dive bar in “Delicate.”
A Day Trip For Magic, Madness, Heaven, Sin
Take the Long Island Railroad to Oheka Castle, the impressive French-style chateau mansion featured in the “Blank Space” video. Tour the property and grounds, enjoy afternoon tea in a lush dining room, or treat yourself to an overnight stay at this real-life fairytale abode, one of the finest hotels in America.
Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles has 300 days of warmth and sunshine, 75 miles of shoreline, more museums and performing arts than any other U.S. city, 30 unique neighborhoods, and some of the best food in the country.
Start Your Itinerary With These Places
There’s more to do in Los Angeles than a one-week or even a one-month vacation has room for. But leave room in your plan for an afternoon at The Grove. This shopping and entertainment complex will be a hit for tweens and teens. And wait until they hear that the premiere of The Eras Tour movie was at its AMC movie theater.
Looking to run into celebs? Make reservations at celebrity favorite Cecconi’s in West Hollywood and The Beverly Hills Hotel’s Polo Lounge, where Taylor has dined.
Delicate Yet Luxe Accomdations
Los Angeles has over 1,000 hotels, making it hard to pick one. Take a planning shortcut and book a stay at The Biltmore Los Angeles an icon of elegance and sophistication for the past 100 years nestled in the middle of downtown.
Eagle-eyed fans will also recognize it as the filming location for the “Delicate” music video. So practice the deliciously awkward choreography before you arrive, and experience the freedom of letting loose right where Taylor did.
Check Out The GRAMMY Museum
This interactive space, only a 5-minute drive from The Biltmore Los Angeles, celebrates music and music’s biggest nights. Don’t miss Taylor’s 2024 white Schiaparelli Couture GRAMMY dress in its On The Red Carpet exhibit on the third floor.
Make Room for a Malibu Day
Book a getaway car and spend an entire day exploring this nature-rich city perched along the Pacific Ocean, about 90 minutes from downtown Los Angeles. Hike the trails in Topanga State Park or Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. Or grab your heart-shaped red sunglasses and relax at Point Dume State Beach, where the “22” music video was filmed.
Try to snag a reservation at Nobu Malibu to enjoy a high-end meal and epic views like Taylor and Travis did.
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