22 of the best cities to watch the eclipse in America

This city knows how to welcome a large influx of travelers, so it’s a safe bet that it will become a destination of choice.

Although San Antonio will certainly be more popular, those who want an extra minute of darkness will head for Kerrville, Texas.

Russellville has the resources to accommodate a moderate influx of eclipse visitors. Eclipse chasers who prefer to view the event outside of town could head to Mount Nebo, a local mountain.

The largest city in southeast Missouri to experience totality is Cape Girardeau, with a population of 80,000.

Directly on the eclipse centerline, this is likely to be a popular destination for locals!

The eclipse will cover a large part of Indiana, but the focus will surely be on Indianapolis, which will be one of the most sought-after destinations and is proving capable of accommodating many astronomers.

This city will welcome a multitude of eclipse chasers, possessing not only the infrastructure, but also several other important tourist points… in addition to the total eclipse!

The only large town in Pennsylvania to benefit from the Moon’s shadow is Erie, with its 100,000 inhabitants. It’s certain that many eclipse chasers from Pittsburgh will be on hand for the event, among others!

Some of the best images of the event may come from Niagara Falls. Niagara Falls straddles the United States and Canada, offers enchanting scenery and takes advantage of a total eclipse.

Buffalo’s finest hour! The total eclipse runs through downtown, and the city has its own planetarium, part of the Buffalo Science Museum.

Plattsburgh is on this list mainly because it’s not far from Montreal! Montreal itself will enjoy nearly two minutes of eclipse totality, but all serious astronomers will head south to the centerline for a few extra seconds!

One of the last places in the USA to see totality, and its name seems fitting!

Along with Sherbrooke, Mont Mégantic has been one of the most talked-about eclipse spots in Quebec for months!

Sherbrooke is one of the top cities for the 2024 eclipse in several astronomers’ charts, all categories combined.

Chateauguay, already a well-kept secret for many in the greater region, is also one when it comes to the eclipse!

Montréal is one of America’s lucky cities when it comes to the total eclipse, and is already a popular tourist destination. Expect plenty of action in the metropolis.

The people of Longueuil are pampered for the eclipse, and the city offers a great option for people who want to avoid Montreal.

Saint-Georges is gearing up to welcome thousands of amateur (and professional) astronomers for eclipse viewing, as it’s not only one of the best viewpoints in Quebec, but also one of the most accessible.

The Magdalen Islands are not only getting ready to see the eclipse, but also to welcome many tourists, as this is not only one of the most beautiful places to see the total eclipse, but also in Quebec in general.

Hartland has the world’s longest covered bridge, which will be closed to traffic during the eclipse, making it an interesting spot for total eclipse viewing.

North Rustico is a delightful summer destination and now a historic eclipse destination!

In Newfoundland and Labrador, even with a low-pressure system, the residents of Stephenville and the surrounding area are sure to have a prime vantage point for the 2024 eclipse!