1. Los Angeles, California
   Seattle, Washington
2. Roseville, California
   Santa Monica, California

Los Angeles is the place to be if you're in the entertainment business. Did you know that the famous "Hollywood" sign used to say something completely different? Somehow, "Hollywoodland" just doesn't have the same ring to it!

1. Santa Ana, California
   Oxnard, California
2. Bakersfield, California
   Oakland, California

Merle Haggard isn't the only famous country-music star to come out of Bakersfield; you can add Buck Owens to the list as well! They are known for creating their own brand of music, which was dubbed the "Bakersfield Sound."

1. Eugene, Oregon
   Honolulu, Hawaiii
2. Sunnyvale, California
   Portland, Oregon

Despite its name, Sunnyvale gets only 260 days of sun a year, which is still a lot! It's also home to countless parks such as Ortega Park and Las Palmas Park.

1. Vancouver, Washington
   Honolulu, Hawaii
2. Tacoma, Washington
   Santa Monica, California

Honolulu is pretty popular when it comes to vacationing! It's not only a beautiful city, but it's also the capital of the state of Hawaii. It's also known for being pretty safe to live in.

1. Santa Barbara, California
   Anchorage, Alaska
2. San Diego, California
   Spokane, Washington

The city was named after the saint, Saint Barbara, who is known as one of the Fourteen Holy Helpers. It's also a place where many celebrities like to live and relax while they're not working.

1. Portland, Oregon
   Spokane, Washington
2. Fresno, California
   Eureka, California

Eureka is not only a fun word to use, but it's also the name of a lovely California city. In the past, the city was very important to the lumber business, which thrived there for many years.

1. Upland, California
   Oakland, California
2. Santa Ana, California
   Bellevue, Washington

Did you know that it was first called "Hotuuk" when Native Americans mostly inhabited the area? Today, there are still many members of the Tongva people living in the city!

1. Los Angeles, California
   Anchorage, Alaska
2. Vancouver, Washington
   Bellevue, Washington

Way up in the state of Alaska lies Anchorage, a beautiful, wintery city. Although it's not always snowy! In the spring, the snow starts to melt away here as well, but it can return a little earlier than it does in other places.

1. Long Beach, California
   Sacramento, California
2. San Francisco, California
   Bellevue, Washington

You probably recognize San Francisco by the famous Golden Gate Bridge. Not to mention AT&T Park is home to the San Francisco Giants. Who wouldn't want to visit this vibrant and historic city?!

1. Monterey, California
   Vancouver, Washington
2. Santa Monica, California
   San Diego, California

Vancouver, Washington and Vancouver, British Columbia have a lot in common: they're both named after George Vancouver and they're both located on the West Coast.

1. Tacoma, Washington
   Monterey, California
2. Sacramento, California
   Upland, California

Sacramento is filled with a vibrant arts scene, where there are countless theaters to catch a show at and many musicians around the city. For example, the band Deftones is from this musical city. There are also plenty of up-and-coming artists as well.

1. Eureka, California
   Santa Barbara, California
2. Tacoma, Washington
   San Jose, California

San Jose got its start in 1777 with the arrival of the Spanish, but it didn't become a city until almost 100 years later. Since then, it has expanded greatly and is home to many famous people and revolutionary companies.

1. Joseph, Oregon
   Santa Barbara, California
2. San Jose, California
   Upland, California

Joseph is one tiny city. It has a small population of just over 1,000 people, but it's enough to have an airport close by! Did you know that there was a band named after the city?

1. Oxnard, California
   San Jose, California
2. Bellevue, Washington
   Modesto, California

Oxnard was once home to many Native American tribes before the arrival of the Spanish. Hundreds of years later, the area was named Oxnard as we know it to be today.

1. Eugene, Oregon
   Oxnard, California
2. Roseville, California
   San Francisco, California

At one time, Roseville was used heavily for traveling by train in the early 1900s. Molly Ringwald is also one of the city's most famous residents; she was born here in the '60s!

1. Ellensburg, Washington
   Spokane, Washington
2. San Francisco, California
   Eureka, California

The city of Ellensburg is quite unique. You can catch an awesome event filled with Dachshunds in the city every year! It is also filled with many talented people when it comes to the arts.

1. San Francisco, California
   Anaheim, California
2. Portland, Oregon
   Modesto, California

Have you heard of the Gallo Family Winery? The winery and the Gallo family behind it has deep roots in Modesto since the winery's start in 1933. It's a great place to get a taste of the incredible city!

1. Tacoma, Washington
   Modesto, California
2. Fresno, California
   Oakland, California

While Tacoma can get snowfall, it's usually not very much. Maybe Bing was inspired by the green Christmases he might have experienced in his hometown when he sang the song "White Christmas!"

1. Monterey, California
   Santa Monica, California
2. San Bernardino, California
   Oakland, California

They call San Bernardino "The Heart of Southern California." After all, it is quite the city! It is filled with museums and history that dates back to the 19th century when the Spanish settled in the area.

1. Monterey, California
   Fresno, California
2. San Jose, California
   Upland, California

Did you know that the first theater in California was constructed in Monterey? It's also know for its incredible Jazz Festival that attracts jazz fans from around the country and has been around for over 60 years!

1. Seattle, Washington
   Tacoma, Washington
2. Sacramento, California
   Bellevue, Washington

Bellevue, like Redmond, is known for a very big tech industry. In a visit to the city, you could visit the Expedia Offices or head over to see the folks at Unity. Then you could head over to take in the views at Lake Washington!

1. Upland, California
   Anchorage, Alaska
2. Eugene, Oregon
   Monterey, California

Eugene is a city in Oregon with the nickname Emerald Valley. Donald Duck is the mascot for the University of Oregon and is also called the Oregon Duck.

1. Modesto, California
   Las Vegas, Nevada
2. Fairbanks, Alaska
   San Diego, California

Despite being a beachy city, did you know that San Diego is also home to many farms? Farming is one of the biggest industries in the city, with avocados being one of the largest produced goods.

1. Seattle, Washington
   Eugene, Oregon
2. Carson City, Nevada
   Bellevue, Washington

Carson City is the capital of Nevada, which it became after it was made an official city in the mid-1800s. Lake Tahoe is a freshwater lake that adds to the beautiful scenery of the state.

1. Long Beach, California
   Honolulu, Hawaii
2. Sacramento, California
   Modesto, California

When you think of Long Beach, you probably think of the beautiful waterfront that the city sits along. It is also one of the largest cities in the state of California, with plenty of entertainment value.

1. Santa Monica, California
   San Diego, California
2. Sacramento, California
   Seattle, Washington

Santa Monica is bordered by Los Angeles, meaning it could be a great place to get a glimpse of a celebrity. One good place to look is at the Santa Monica Farmer's Market, where many celebrities go for a quick shopping trip.

1. Anchorage, Alaska
   Fresno, California
2. Upland, California
   Seattle, Washington

Think you know how much the Space Needle cost to make? It was a hefty $4.5 million! It's a staple of the Seattle skyline, which makes the city easily recognizable. Have a look for it if you're ever passing by the city.

1. Anchorage, Alaska
   Modesto, California
2. Los Angeles, California
   Upland, California

Upland is a fairly small city in terms of population, but it has a whole lot to offer. Like many other cities in California, agriculture is very important to it, especially when it comes to fruit.

1. Portland, Oregon
   Vancouver, Washington
2. Oakland, California
   Roseville, Californiia

Portland is a beautiful city in the state of Oregon, and if you're a beer lover, then this is one city you may want to visit. It is filled with many breweries for visitors to try out and enjoy.

1. Fairbanks, Alaska
   Vancouver, Washington
2. Los Angeles, California
   Anchorage, Alaska

Fairbanks is one of the largest cities in Alaska, and it is known for its beauty. Did you know that at one time Bob Ross called Fairbanks his home? His beautiful paintings were often inspired by the Alaskan landscape.

1. Spokane, Washington
   Tacoma, Washington
2. San Jose, California
   Anaheim, California

Spokane is in Washington, and there is still a waterfall named Spokane Falls. You may even know that city better by its nickname, Lilac City!

1. Roseville, California
   Upland, California
2. Fresno, California
   Bellevue, Washington

After you finish your visit to the garden, you could always head over to the historical water tower. The city is also largely centered around agriculture, which is one of its largest industries.

1. Anaheim, California
   San Francisco, California
2. Los Angeles, California
   San Diego, California

If you're going to Anaheim, you'll have to make sure to fit Disneyland into your schedule! Did you know that this was the first of the Disney theme parks to be constructed?

1. Spokane, Washington
   Honolulu, Hawaii
2. Oakland, California
   Carson, California

Oakland is filled with lots of history, such as the Thorsen House. The house can give a unique insight into the style and way of living in the early 1900s.

1. Honolulu, Hawaii
   Roseville, California
2. Anaheim, California
   Las Vegas, Nevada

You might just feel like you're in "The Hangover" if you're partying in Las Vegas! Of course it is known for its unmatched entertainment scene, but did you know that it is also the brightest city on Earth that you can see from space?