There’s no doubt that newness is exciting. Nothing quite compares to the joy of discovering something for the first time and discovering a new city is no exception. That said, we often overlook all that there is to experience in our own backyard. This weekend, take a moment to explore the untapped potential of your city with these fun ideas.
Take a Photo Walk
Getting behind the lens of a camera can remind you to look at the everyday in a new and interesting way. This is just the kind of twist in perspective that you will need to explore the place you live with fresh eyes. Grab a camera and take to the streets of your town. Be ready to slow down and see the artistry that you may be taking for granted.
Become a Historian
Check to see if your city has a museum with information about the town’s history or look for an event hosted by your local historical society. If you’re a history buff, you may even find a new hobby within your city, and if not, you’ll have some fun facts to break the ice the next time you have to meet with out-of-town guests or work contacts.
Sign Up for a Tour
There’s no better way to look at your city than through the eyes of a tourist. We often look at new cities with generosity, ready to slough off the mundane and see the beauty of a new place. Take a few hours to look at your city with this sense of wonder rather than complaining about the downtown traffic. Now is the time to remember why you like living here and maybe to try your hand at something new. Segway tour anyone?
Visit a Tourist Hotspot
While you’re on that afternoon tour through your city, don’t forget to pick up a brochure or two for your local tourist hotspots. Sign up for that wine tour, visit the pier and indulge in a bowl of chowder, or finally get around to taking that hot air balloon ride you always see advertised in local hotels. Whatever it is that your city offers that you haven’t got around to experiencing, now is the time for the ultimate staycation activity.
