Why it’s interesting
Donald Trump’s routes mix state ceremonies, historic sites, and very down‑to‑earth venues like hotels and golf resorts. It’s a ready‑made theme for a trip: walk the same streets, tour palaces and museums open to the public, stay at negotiation hotels, or simply enjoy the iconic views you saw on the news. Below are verified places that admit tourists and the dates when Trump was there.
USA: New York and the East Coast
New York City, USA. Trump Tower on Fifth Avenue opened in 1983; its waterfall lobby and galleries are open to visitors. In Central Park, skate at Wollman Rink, reopened after a long closure with Trump’s involvement in 1986; it operates in season for everyone.
Palm Beach, USA. Mar‑a‑Lago is a private club and residence. It’s closed to the public, but you can view the complex from public beaches and promenades, with many accessible parks and historic villas nearby.
Bedminster, USA. Trump National Golf Club is private, but the area is an easy weekend escape from New York, with trails and small museums.
Europe: palaces, parades, and Normandy beaches
London and Windsor, United Kingdom. On July 13, 2018, Trump had tea with Queen Elizabeth II at Windsor Castle. From June 3–5, 2019, he made a state visit that included Buckingham Palace and Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire. All are visitable: Windsor year‑round, Buckingham’s State Rooms on summer dates, Blenheim daily with tickets.
Paris, France. On July 13–14, 2017, Trump attended the Bastille Day parade on the Champs‑Élysées. The standard tourist loop covers the Champs‑Élysées, Arc de Triomphe, Trocadéro, and the Eiffel Tower.
Normandy, France. On June 6, 2019, he marked the 75th D‑Day anniversary at the Normandy American Cemetery in Colleville‑sur‑Mer. The memorial is open daily with free entry; nearby are Omaha and Utah Beaches and D‑Day museums.
Davos, Switzerland. Trump spoke at the World Economic Forum in January 2018 and January 2020. The town is easy to visit as a ski resort; during WEF some areas are restricted, otherwise promenades and lifts are open.
Helsinki, Finland. On July 16, 2018, he met Vladimir Putin. Tourists enjoy the Presidential Palace from outside, Senate Square, waterfronts, and museums — a solid one‑day city route.
British Isles: golf and wild shores
Turnberry, Scotland, United Kingdom. Trump Turnberry hosted him multiple times; a notable visit came in July 2018 during his UK trip. The Turnberry Lighthouse and coastal paths are accessible to guests and day visitors.
Aberdeenshire, Scotland, United Kingdom. Trump International Golf Links opened in 2012 on the North Sea coast. Even non‑golfers can hike the dunes and enjoy viewpoints.
Doonbeg, Ireland. In June 2019, during a European tour, Trump visited the hotel and golf resort in Doonbeg; tourists come for ocean beaches, cliffs, and the Wild Atlantic Way.
Middle East and Southern Europe: from the Vatican to the Western Wall
Rome and the Vatican, Vatican City. On May 24, 2017, Trump met Pope Francis at the Apostolic Palace. Tourists can visit St. Peter’s Basilica, climb the dome, and tour the Vatican Museums; prebook tickets.
Jerusalem, Israel. On May 22–23, 2017, Trump visited the Western Wall and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and spoke at the Israel Museum. All are open to visitors, subject to religious schedules and security.
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. On May 20–22, 2017, he joined the US–Arab–Islamic summit. Travelers can tour historic Diriyah and the National Museum — both open on posted schedules.
Rome, Italy. Beyond the Vatican, his motorcade passed central Rome in 2017; tourists follow the classic loop of the Colosseum, Forum, and Trevi Fountain.
Asia: summits, palaces, and unusual borders
Beijing, China. On November 8–10, 2017, Trump paid a state visit, including a private tour of the Forbidden City. The Palace Museum is open daily; book online.
Singapore, Singapore. On June 12, 2018, the US–DPRK summit took place at Capella on Sentosa Island. Sentosa is an open resort with beaches and cable cars; the hotel welcomes guests and parts of the grounds are accessible.
Hanoi, Vietnam. On February 27–28, 2019, the second meeting with Kim Jong Un was held at the Sofitel Legend Metropole. You can stay at this historic hotel or stroll the Old Quarter and around Hoan Kiem Lake.
Tokyo, Japan. On May 25–28, 2019, Trump met Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, attended a sumo tournament at Ryogoku Kokugikan, and presented a special trophy. Visitors can tour the arena on event days and see the Imperial Palace gardens, Shibuya, and Asakusa.
Osaka, Japan. On June 28–29, 2019, he attended the G20 summit. Travelers often visit Umeda Sky Building, Osaka Castle, and the Dotonbori waterfront.
Panmunjom, DMZ, Republic of Korea. On June 30, 2019, Trump stepped over the line into North Korea at the Joint Security Area. Tourists can book official tours to the DMZ from Seoul in advance.
Ahmedabad, Agra, New Delhi, India. On February 24–25, 2020, the “Namaste Trump” rally was held at Motera Stadium in Ahmedabad, with visits to Sabarmati Ashram and the Taj Mahal in Agra, then meetings in Delhi. All are popular tourist stops with straightforward logistics.
Americas and the Caribbean
Panama City, Panama. In July 2011, Trump attended the opening of the 70‑story Trump Ocean Club. Today it’s a standard waterfront skyscraper; nearby Avenida Balboa is perfect for views of ships lining up for the canal.
Buenos Aires, Argentina. On November 30–December 1, 2018, he joined the G20 summit. Tourists head to Plaza de Mayo, La Boca, and the Puerto Madero waterfronts, all open year‑round.
Ottawa and Quebec, Canada. On June 8–9, 2018, he attended the G7 in the Charlevoix region. The area is known for national parks and the scenic road along the Saint Lawrence River.
How to turn it into an itinerary
Classic 7–9 day “Europe” loop: London and Windsor, Paris and Normandy, Rome and the Vatican. “Asia” loop for 8–10 days: Beijing, Singapore, Hanoi, and a final day in Tokyo with the sumo arena. “Middle East” long weekend: Jerusalem and Tel Aviv plus a day in Jordan or at the Dead Sea. Always prebook palace and museum tickets, watch for official events, and take the earliest slots at controlled sites.
Practical tips
Best months for Paris and Normandy are May and September. For Singapore and Hanoi, pick shoulder seasons with lower humidity. For London and Windsor, summer brings palace interiors. At security‑heavy sites like the DMZ, bring your passport and follow dress codes; at sacred places, respect religious rules and schedules. City passes and online tickets save hours in lines.
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How to follow Donald Trump’s travel trail: tourist places you can visit
How to follow Donald Trump’s travel trail: tourist places you can visit
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