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Writing about Hotel Metro in London (Ontario, not England) got us thinking. How many cities in North America bear the same name as major counterparts in Europe, and what are they like? So read below for the fruits of our research labor and learn a little bit about why you should visit these famous cities on this side of the Atlantic.
Photos courtesy of London.ca, BerlinNH.gov, ParisTexas.gov and StPete.org
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While it’s no UK capital, this central Canadian staple offers plenty in the way of hip nightlife and upscale dining. Head over to Victoria Park for 15 acres of public art and festival space and Grab French-bistro-style seafood at David’s Bistro for a vibrant evening that’s decidedly “European.”
Nestled just north of the White Mountains, New Hampshire’s Berlin presents its own alpine vibes for vacationers. Restaurant-goers enjoy home-cooked specialties from local farmers and adventurers can take advantage of the renowned Granite State outdoors (with tour companies to match).
In Northeastern Texas lies a real homage to France with landmark replicas and its own bustling downtown. Of course, there’s nothing like some historical southern architecture and range-sourced rustic food to remind visitors they’re in the in the Wild West.
Sitting on Florida’s western coast sits this European-named city with all the flavor one would expect of the Gulf Coast. With culinary influence the world over, this place all but begs diners to sample daily caught seafood at restaurants owned by transplants from Italy, France, Spain and more.
