A new study has found the best U.S. cities for thrill-seekers, with Honolulu crowned top.  

The study, conducted by student travel company Rustic Pathways, looked at the 100 most populated cities across the U.S. and 16 of the most thrill-seeking activities, to see which city had the most activities per 100,000 residents.  

Honolulu is the best U.S. city for thrill-seekers, with 60.57 activities per 100,000 residents. In Honolulu, thrill-seekers can enjoy 42 4WD, ATV, and off-road tours.   

Miami, Florida, follows second with 42.94 activities per 100,000 residents. In this city, 4WD, ATV, and off-road tours are the most available, with a total of 34 tours on offer.

Las Vegas ranks third, with 40.84 activities per 100,000 residents. In Las Vegas, 4WD, ATV, and off-road tours prove to be popular here, with a total of 147 tours available. 

Orlando, Florida, is placed fourth with 28.16 activities per 100,000 residents. Kayaking and canoeing are the most popular activity in this city, with a total of 21 tours offered. 

Ranking fifth is Scottsdale, with 24.27 activities per 100,000 residents. Bike tours are the activity most offered to thrill-seekers in this city, with 19 tours available. 

 

The top 10 US cities for thrill-seekers

Rank 

City 

Activities per 100,000 residents 

Thrill-seeking activity with highest total number of tours offered 

1. 

Honolulu 

60.57 

4WD, ATV & off-road tours 

2. 

Miami 

42.94 

4WD, ATV & off-road tours 

3. 

Las Vegas 

40.84 

4WD, ATV & off-road tours 

4. 

Orlando  28.16 

Kayaking & Canoeing 

5. 

Scottsdale 

24.27 

Bike tours 

6. 

St. Petersburg 

22.20 

Bike tours 

7. 

Anchorage 

20.20 

Air tours 

8. 

San Francisco 

17.44 

4WD, ATV & off-road tours 

9. 

New Orleans 

12.98 

Bike tours 

10. 

Tampa 

12.81 

Kayaking & Canoeing 

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