Four powerhouse NFL squads, four must-visit American cities.

The New England Patriots and the New York Giants will play in Super Bowl XLVI, following Sunday’s respective wins over the Baltimore Ravens and the San Francisco 49ers. Football aside, each of these four teams plays their home games in a truly remarkable city. Should you find yourself daydreaming during the big game on Sunday, Feb. 5, let your mind drift towards your next visit to one of these metropolises — and the new experiences that await.

San Francisco, Calif.

West Coasters know that San Fran is a cultural paradise for foodies and club-goers, with a culinary scene and  nightlife that will make the ground shake underneath your feet (if an earthquake doesn’t first). With so much to offer, it’s hard to know where to begin.

Spending a sunny afternoon in the Mission District’s Delores Park is a great way to interact with locals. It’s got a similar vibe as Seattle’s Cal Anderson park, filled with both eccentricities and people that will make you smile. No visit to Dolores Park can be completed without a stop at Bi-Right Creamery for some tasty, soft-serve, salted caramel ice cream.

When you make your way down to Fisherman’s Wharf, take quarters to Musee Mecanique and play some vintage arcade games. Later, for a lesser-known evening activity, check out the Audium, a 49-seat theater of sound-sculpted space. The theater has shown films for more than 50 years. Visitors experience a live sound performance, thanks to a speaker system comprised of 174 units.

Baltimore, Md.

The Star-Spangled Banner, HBO’s “The Wire” and infamous filmmaker John Waters all come from Baltimore, one of the East Coast’s largest ports. While the city seems like it’s a world away from our town, Seattleites can enjoy the nightlife affiliated with Baltimore’s exciting electronic music scene. Dan Deacon, Beach House and other DIY musicians and artists fill spaces across the city with new sounds, creating a thriving scene in the city.

For a delicious, historic meal, check out The Woman’s Industrial Kitchen on North Charles Street. Though it was established 130 years ago, the restaurant recently re-opened after a 10-year hiatus with the original menu intact, complete with locally sourced food. The kitchen originated as a gathering place for women to showcase their talents and make extra money. The menu includes pot pies and meatloaf.

Baltimore’s City Paper gives a lot of great suggestions and input on what to do and who to see in the city.

Boston, Mass.

Visiting Boston has an air of familiarity, since the city has been prominently featured in movies, TV shows and American history lessons. There is also no shortage of bars in Boston for Seattleites to choose from — but finding bars with hoppy selections can be tricky, as most of the taps pour lagers.

Hanging out at The OTHERside Café, near Fenway Park, gives patrons the chance to sample different craft beers from the area with knowledgeable bartenders. This café is a hangout for young artists, serves vegan bar food and provides a friendly atmosphere for random conversations.

If Boston visitors are looking to find sweet secondhand threads, the Cambridge neighborhood’s Garment District offers some of the best finds in New England — and best of all, shoppers pay by the pound.

New York, N.Y.

Thanks to their victory over the Niners yesterday, New Yorkers have another reason to smirk and act superior once again. In a city that has (almost) everything to offer its natives, imagination is the limit for visiting newcomers.

“Sleep No More,” the immersive theater experience created by Punkdrunk Theater Company, is the current thing to do during a trip to The Big Apple. The production retells the story of Shakespeare’s “Macbeth” from a film noir perspective. Audience members wear masks and are free to travel to different rooms in the McKittrick Hotel as actors perform different scenes, creating a different experience for every visitor.

Delicious street food is easy to come by in New York — a satisfying solution to the high costs of the city. Check out the interactive food truck map to find your favorite; mine is Endless Summer, a taco truck found in Williamsburg.