User: I'm planning a long road trip and need some advice on the best scenic routes.
Assistant: A great option for a scenic road trip is to drive down the Blue Ridge Parkway in Virginia and North Carolina. This 469-mile long stretch of highway offers magnificent mountain views, and is also filled with small towns and points of interest, like Mount Mitchell and the Linn Cove Viaduct. 2 If you're looking to stay in the Midwest, consider taking a road trip along the Great River Road. This 2,000-mile route, which connected 10 states along the Mississippi River, provides a wealth of scenery and historical sites. You'll be able to see antebellum plantations and countrysides, as well as the Mississippi River bluffs.3 Last, for a quintessentially American road trip, head down Route 66. This iconic highway crosses 8 states, covering 2,448 miles from Chicago to Los Angeles. Throughout the trip, you'll be able to witness unique local cultures, roadside attractions, and scenic vistas.