Nothing says summer in the U.S. like Fourth of July. While backyard cookouts and sparklers are classic ways to celebrate Independence Day, sometimes you want a more elevated experience. Whether you’re craving a private cabana by the pool or prefer to soak up panoramic skyline views, Four Seasons is the perfect destination for the whole family. Here are a few of our favourite stateside Four Seasons properties for unparalleled Fourth of July fireworks viewing.
St. Louis
With sprawling views of the Mississippi River, Four Seasons St. Louis is an ideal destination for this most American of holidays. The eighth-floor Sky Terrace features a rooftop pool with tropical cocktails and cabana rentals. If you need to escape the heat for a while, pop into the Topgolf Swing Suites to unleash your inner Tiger Woods. Come nightfall, Sky Terrace offers exceptional views of the pyrotechnics over the iconic Gateway Arch. You can also host a more private celebration by booking an Arch-view room.
Nashville
It’s no secret that Music City knows how to party, and this year’s Fourth of July celebration at the Rivière Rooftop at the Four Seasons Hotel Nashville aims to keep that tradition alive. The festivities kick off at noon with grilled family favourites, a sorbet station, and a whoopie pie dessert bar. Turn the fun up a notch come sunset with an all-inclusive ticketed event that includes a summer barbecue showcase (think BBQ ribs, cedar plank salmon, and smoked brisket) and an open bar. Overlooking the Cumberland River, you’ll savour one of the city’s most spectacular fireworks views with a full belly and a song in your heart.
Philadelphia
Every guest room at the Four Seasons Philadelphia boasts stellar views of the City of Brotherly Love, making the property an ideal setting to experience the annual fireworks display above the Museum of Art. Or reserve a table at 60th-floor lounge SkyHigh and enjoy a glass of bubbly while taking in the epic views of the shimmering night sky. You can also make it a more educational Fourth of July by booking a walking tour of the city’s historic landmarks and learning about Philadelphia’s pivotal role in American independence.
Minneapolis
At 36 stories high, Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis enjoys sweeping panoramas of downtown and the Mississippi River. It’s just a short distance away from Stone Arch Bridge, where the city’s annual Red, White, and Boom fireworks display takes place. Cool off in Minneapolis’s only hotel with both indoor and outdoor pools, and beat the crowds come nightfall as you delight in the spectacle from the rooftop at Riva Terrace Restaurant and Bar.
New Orleans
With a 75-foot saltwater pool and expansive views over the Mississippi River, the Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans offers a cool escape from the bustling city. With private cabanas, a full-service bar and restaurant, and plenty of pool toys, its roof is also the ideal perch for fireworks watching with the whole family—and enjoying a glass or two of signature Frosé. If you’re looking to take the Fourth to even greater heights, the Vue Orleans observation deck on the 34th floor has 360-degree views of the city.
