United States of America

New York City tap water is generally safe to drink, so most visitors can drink, brush teeth, and refill bottles from the tap. If you are staying in an older building with old plumbing, consider using a simple lead filter or bottled water as a precaution.

Los Angeles tap water is treated and generally safe to drink, but it can taste chlorinated and is fairly hard; use a small filter or bottled water if you’re sensitive to taste or have a weak stomach.

Chicago tap water is treated and generally safe to drink, but if you’re staying in an older building or are pregnant/immunocompromised consider using a short-term pitcher or NSF-certified filter or bottled water.

San Francisco tap water is treated and safe to drink straight from the tap; if you prefer, use a simple carbon filter for taste or to reduce trace chloramine. Bottled water is widely available if you prefer it.

Washington, D.C. tap water is treated and generally safe to drink; however, in older buildings with lead service lines (or if pregnant/with infants) use a certified filter or bottled water. Run cold tap for ~30 seconds if water has been sitting.

Boston's tap water is treated and generally safe to drink; you can use it for drinking, brushing teeth, ice, and washing produce. If you prefer, carry a small filter or buy bottled water for taste preference.

Las Vegas tap water is treated and generally safe to drink; if you dislike the taste, use a filtered or bottled option available widely along the Strip.

Miami's tap water meets U.S. (EPA) standards and is generally safe to drink; use bottled or filtered water only if you prefer improved taste or are staying in very old buildings with uncertain plumbing.

Houston tap water meets US EPA standards and is safe to drink; if you are sensitive to chlorine or mineral taste, a small filter or bottled water can improve flavor. Always follow local utility boil-water advisories after major storms.

Phoenix tap water meets U.S. safety standards and is safe to drink, but it is often very hard and may taste chlorinated; use a small filter or bottled water if you are sensitive to taste.

Philadelphia tap water is generally safe to drink in hotels, restaurants, and public buildings. If you'll be in an older building or are traveling with infants/pregnant people, use a certified filter or bottled water to reduce potential lead exposure.

San Diego's tap water is treated and generally safe to drink for visitors. If you prefer better taste or are staying in an older building, consider a short-run of the tap or a simple filter.

Dallas tap water is treated and generally safe to drink, and is fine for brushing teeth and ice. If you are staying in an older building or have a weakened immune system, consider bottled water or a certified filter as a precaution.

Atlanta's tap water is treated to meet EPA standards and is generally safe to drink; however, if you prefer, bottled water or a simple pitcher filter can reduce chlorine taste. Follow any local boil advisories if they are issued during your stay.

Seattle tap water is treated and safe to drink and use for brushing teeth, ice, and washing produce. If you're sensitive to a slight chloramine taste, consider a small activated-carbon filter or bottled water.

Minneapolis tap water is treated and generally safe to drink — fine for drinking, brushing teeth, and making ice. If you’re staying in an older building or are particularly concerned about lead, use a filtered bottle or check with your accommodation.

Tampa’s municipal tap water is treated and generally safe to drink; many visitors drink it straight from the tap, though some prefer bottled or filtered water for taste. If you have a sensitive stomach, stick to bottled water during travel or use a simple filter.

Excellent mountain spring water — drink freely from the tap.

Brooklyn tap water is treated and safe to drink; most visitors and locals drink it straight from the tap. If you stay in an older brownstone with very old plumbing or have a weakened immune system, consider using a filtered or bottled water source.

Tap water in Queens meets New York City standards and is safe to drink, use for brushing teeth, and ice; bottled water is optional. If staying in an older building or traveling with infants, consider running the tap briefly or using a filter as a precaution.

Riverside tap water is treated and generally safe to drink, and you can brush your teeth and use ice. If you prefer better taste or want to reduce hardness/possible old-pipe lead exposure in some buildings, use a simple filter or buy bottled water.

Portland tap water is generally safe to drink and tastes neutral; if staying in a very old building or you’re especially concerned about lead, use a short-term filter or bottled water.

San Antonio tap water is treated to EPA standards and is safe to drink; some visitors prefer bottled or filtered water to avoid the local hard/mineral taste. Pay attention to any temporary boil-water advisories after major storms or infrastructure incidents.

St. Louis tap water meets US EPA standards and is generally safe to drink; however, in older buildings with lead service lines use a certified filter or bottled water for infants and pregnant people.

Sacramento's tap water meets U.S. and state standards and is generally safe to drink; if you stay in an older building with uncertain plumbing, consider a short-term filter or bottled water.

Orlando's tap water is treated to U.S. EPA standards and is safe to drink for most visitors; if you are sensitive to chloramine/chlorine taste or have a compromised immune system, consider bottled water or a personal filter.

San Jose's tap water is treated to meet EPA standards and is generally safe to drink; many visitors drink it straight from the tap. If you have a sensitive stomach or will be staying in older housing, consider using a personal filter or bottled water.

Tap water in Pittsburgh is treated and generally safe to drink; use a certified filter if you’re staying in older buildings or are worried about taste/lead. Bottled water is readily available if you prefer.

Austin's tap water is treated and generally safe to drink; use it for brushing teeth, ice, and washing produce. If you prefer better taste, carry a small filter or buy bottled water.

Cincinnati's tap water is treated to U.S. EPA standards and is generally safe to drink; if you are sensitive to chlorine or staying in an older building, using a small filter or bottled water may improve taste and reduce risk from old plumbing.

Kansas City's tap water is municipally treated and generally safe to drink; if you prefer a milder taste, use a small filter or bottled water.

Manhattan tap water meets U.S. standards and is safe to drink—feel free to drink from the tap and use ice. In very old buildings, you can run cold water for a few seconds if faucets haven't been used for several hours.

Tap water in Indianapolis meets U.S. EPA standards and is safe to drink; visitors who are sensitive to hardness or a slight chlorine taste may prefer bottled or filtered water for drinking.

Columbus tap water is treated to EPA standards and is safe to drink for most visitors; use bottled or a personal filter only if you prefer the taste or are especially sensitive.

Charlotte’s municipal tap water is treated to meet U.S. drinking-water standards and is generally fine to drink; if you prefer, use bottled or a personal filter for taste differences. Ask for tap water in restaurants — it’s commonly provided on request.

Virginia Beach tap water meets U.S. EPA standards and is generally safe to drink; if you’re sensitive to taste, a filtered or bottled option can improve flavor. Use tap water for brushing teeth, ice, and washing produce without concern.

Tap water in the Bronx (New York City) is treated to meet drinking-water standards and is generally safe to drink; bottled water is optional. If you are staying in a very old building with outdated plumbing, consider using a simple filter or bottled water for drinking just to be cautious.

Milwaukee's tap water is treated and generally safe to drink; drink from the tap in most places. If staying in an older building with very old plumbing, consider using a certified filter for extra peace of mind.

Providence tap water is treated to meet U.S. EPA standards and is safe to drink; carry a reusable bottle to refill. If you are sensitive to taste, a small filter or bottled water is fine but not necessary for safety.

Jacksonville's tap water meets U.S. federal and state standards and is safe to drink; use bottled water only if you prefer the taste or during local advisories (e.g., after storms or main breaks).

Salt Lake City tap water meets U.S. regulatory standards and is safe to drink; if you prefer a milder taste, use a portable filter or buy bottled water. In older buildings, briefly run taps if water has been sitting.

Nashville's tap water is treated and generally safe to drink for visitors; carry bottled or a personal filter if you prefer to avoid the municipal chlorine taste or have a sensitive stomach.

Richmond municipal tap water meets US EPA standards and is generally safe to drink; you may notice a mild chlorine taste. If you’re staying in an older building or traveling with infants, consider using a filter or bottled water as a precaution against old plumbing/lead.

Memphis tap water is municipally treated and generally safe to drink; use bottled water only if you have a sensitive stomach or are staying in very old buildings with uncertain plumbing.

Raleigh's tap water is treated to EPA standards and is safe to drink, use ice, and brush your teeth. If you prefer a milder taste or are staying in an older building, bottled or a small filter pitcher can be used for taste/peace of mind.

Louisville's tap water is treated and generally safe to drink—you can refill a reusable bottle and brush your teeth with it. If you are staying in an older building or are sensitive to taste/lead concerns, consider using a small filter or bottled water.

Oklahoma City tap water is treated to U.S. EPA standards and is safe to drink; you may notice a slightly mineral or chlorinated taste, so bring a reusable bottle or a simple filter if you prefer.

Bridgeport's tap water is treated to meet U.S. standards and is safe for drinking, brushing teeth, and ice; most visitors can use it without concern. If staying in an older building or you prefer better taste, a small pitcher filter or bottled water is an easy option.

Buffalo’s tap water is treated to U.S. standards and is safe to drink; bottled water is widely available if you prefer or for convenience. If staying in an older building, you can request bottle water or run taps briefly to clear any standing water from pipes.

Fort Worth's tap water is treated to meet EPA standards and is generally safe to drink, brush your teeth with, and use for ice. If you prefer a milder taste, consider a small filter or bottled water for drinking.

Hartford's tap water meets U.S. EPA standards and is generally safe to drink; you can drink, brush your teeth, and use ice from the tap. If you prefer, bring a small filter or bottled water for taste (some notice a chloramine/hard water flavor).

Tucson tap water meets federal and state standards and is safe to drink, though it is fairly hard and may taste mineral-rich or slightly chlorinated. If you prefer a milder taste, bring a small filter or buy bottled water for drinking.

Omaha's tap water meets US EPA standards and is safe to drink; if you prefer a milder taste or are traveling with an infant, consider bottled water or a small filter.

El Paso's tap water meets U.S. EPA standards and is safe to drink, though it is fairly hard and may taste mineral-rich; use bottled or filtered water if you prefer. Bring a small filter if you're sensitive to hard-water taste during your stay.

Honolulu tap water meets U.S. standards and is generally safe to drink; bottled water is optional. If you prefer better taste, use a portable filter or buy bottled water for drinking.

McAllen's tap water is treated to meet U.S. EPA standards and is generally safe to drink, though you may notice a mild chlorine or mineral taste; buy bottled water if you prefer a different taste or for long day trips.

Albuquerque tap water meets US EPA standards and is safe to drink, though you may notice a hard/mineral taste; carry bottled or filtered water only if you prefer milder flavor.

Tap water in Birmingham is treated and generally safe to drink; if you are sensitive to hard or chlorinated tastes, use a small filtered bottle or buy bottled water for drinking.

Sarasota’s tap water is municipally treated and safe to drink; if you prefer a milder taste bring a small filter or buy bottled water. Ice, brushing teeth, and washing produce with tap water are fine.

Dayton's tap water meets U.S. standards and is safe to drink; most visitors can drink from the tap but may prefer bottled water if sensitive to a mild chlorine taste. If staying in older buildings, consider using a filter if you notice discoloration or particulates.

Rochester's tap water is treated and generally safe to drink for visitors; most people drink it straight from the tap. If you'll be staying in very old housing or are immunocompromised, consider using a certified filter or bottled water as a precaution.

Fresno's municipal tap water is treated and generally safe to drink; if you prefer improved taste or softer water, use a small carbon filter or buy bottled water.

Allentown tap water meets U.S. standards and is safe to drink; expect a hard/mineral taste and use bottled water if you prefer a milder flavor. If you have very sensitive stomach or prefer extra peace of mind, a simple filter bottle will remove taste and minor particulates.

Tulsa's tap water is treated and generally safe to drink and use for brushing teeth and ice; most visitors can drink it without concern. If you prefer a milder taste, consider a small personal filter or bottled water for comfort.

Cape Coral tap water meets U.S. standards and is generally safe to drink; some visitors prefer bottled water due to hardness or a slight chlorine taste. If you have a sensitive stomach or prefer better-tasting water, use a small filter or buy bottled water.

Generally safe to drink. If you're sensitive or staying in an older building, consider filtering for taste.

Tap water in Colorado Springs is treated to meet EPA standards and is generally safe to drink; most visitors drink it without issue. If you prefer a milder taste, consider a small personal filter or bottled water for drinking.

Charleston's tap water is treated to EPA standards and is generally safe to drink; use bottled or filtered water only if you have a sensitive stomach or are staying in very old buildings where lead plumbing is possible.

Generally safe to drink. If you're sensitive or staying in an older building, consider filtering for taste.

Tap water in Grand Rapids is treated and generally safe to drink; expect a mineral/hard taste. If you have an infant or are sensitive to taste, use bottled or filtered water as a precaution.

Mission Viejo's tap water is treated to U.S. standards and is safe to drink for most visitors; if you prefer milder taste, use a simple carbon filter or buy bottled water.

Albany tap water meets U.S. EPA and state standards and is safe to drink for most visitors; use bottled water only if you prefer taste or have a highly sensitive stomach.

Knoxville's tap water is treated to U.S. EPA standards and is generally safe to drink, use for ice, and brush your teeth. If you're staying in a very old building with aging plumbing or have a sensitive stomach, consider using a personal filter or bottled water as a precaution.

Bakersfield's municipal tap water is treated and generally safe to drink, but it is often hard and may taste mineral-heavy; consider using a filtered bottle if you prefer better taste.

Ogden's tap water is municipally treated and safe to drink; you can use it for drinking and brushing. If you prefer a milder taste, bring a small filter or buy bottled water for drinking, as the water is fairly hard.

Baton Rouge tap water is treated to U.S. standards and is generally safe to drink; most visitors can drink it, though some prefer bottled water for taste or during occasional boil-water advisories. Check local news or ask your accommodation after major storms for any short-term advisories.

Akron's tap water meets U.S. EPA standards and is generally safe to drink, though it can be hard or have a mild chlorine taste; tourists staying in older buildings or who prefer softer-tasting water should use a simple carbon filter or bottled water.

New Haven tap water is treated and generally safe to drink and use for brushing teeth. If you’re staying in an older building or are pregnant/immunocompromised, consider using a pitcher filter or bottled water as a precaution.

Mesa's tap water is treated and meets U.S. standards, but it is typically hard and may taste mineral-rich; use a simple pitcher filter or opt for bottled water if you prefer. Ice and washing produce from the tap are generally safe.

Palm Bay tap water meets US EPA standards and is generally safe to drink; if you prefer, bring a small filter or buy bottled water to avoid mild chlorine or hard-water taste.

Provo's municipal tap water is treated and generally safe to drink for visitors; most people drink it without issues. If you prefer a softer taste (local water is fairly hard), use a small filter or buy bottled water.

Worcester's tap water is treated and safe to drink — refill a reusable bottle while visiting. If you're sensitive to hard water or taste, a small carbon filter can improve flavor.

Tap water in Murrieta meets U.S. and California standards and is generally safe to drink; some visitors prefer bottled or filtered water for taste due to hardness or chlorine. Follow any local boil-water advisories after main breaks or construction events.

Greenville’s tap water meets U.S. EPA standards and is safe to drink; use bottled water only if you prefer a milder taste or have a very sensitive stomach. If you dislike slightly hard or chlorinated-tasting water, a small travel filter or bottled water will improve flavor.

Municipal tap water in Brookhaven is treated and generally safe to drink. If you’re staying in older rentals or on a private well, consider using bottled or filtered water and check recent local water-quality notices.

Wichita's municipal tap water is treated and generally safe to drink; most visitors can drink directly from the tap. If you prefer better taste or have a sensitive stomach, a simple pitcher filter or bottled water will improve flavor.

Toledo's tap water is treated and generally safe to drink; if you are sensitive to taste or visiting during late-summer algal-bloom events on Lake Erie, opt for bottled or filtered water. Follow any local boil-water advisories if issued.

Staten Island uses New York City’s treated municipal supply, so tap water is generally safe to drink, use for ice, and brush your teeth. If you’re staying in an older building, run cold water for a minute or use a simple certified filter if you have concerns about aging pipes or lead.

Tap water in Des Moines is generally safe to drink; carry a reusable bottle and drink from the tap or public fountains. If you're staying in an older building and are concerned about lead, run cold water for a minute or use a filtered bottle.

Long Beach tap water meets U.S. drinking-water standards and is safe to drink; if you prefer better-tasting water, bring a refillable bottle or use a small carbon filter to reduce chlorine or hardness.

Tap water in Port St. Lucie meets U.S. EPA standards and is generally safe to drink; if you are sensitive to a slight chlorine taste, use bottled or a simple filter.

Denton's tap water meets U.S. EPA standards and is generally safe to drink; if you prefer milder taste, use bottled or a simple filter for a softer flavor.

Madison tap water is municipally treated and safe to drink — you can use it for drinking, cooking, and brushing teeth. If you prefer, bring a small filter or buy bottled water for taste preferences.

Reno's tap water is treated to U.S. EPA standards and is safe to drink; if you prefer a milder taste, consider a small charcoal filter or bottled water for drinking. Carry a refillable bottle—many public spots and businesses offer free refills.

Harrisburg's municipal tap water is treated and generally safe to drink for visitors. If you are staying in an older building or are especially concerned about lead, use a certified filter or drink bottled water.

Little Rock tap water is municipally treated and generally safe to drink; expect a mild chlorine or mineral taste in some areas and use bottled water only if you prefer. Ice and washed produce are typically safe for tourists.

Oakland tap water is treated to U.S. federal and state standards and is generally safe to drink; consider using a short-term filter or bottled water for infants, pregnant people, or if staying in an older building with uncertain plumbing.

Durham's tap water is municipally treated and generally safe to drink — you can use it for drinking, brushing teeth, and ice. If you prefer a milder taste or have a very sensitive stomach, use a filtered bottle or buy bottled water.

Winston-Salem tap water is treated to U.S. standards and is safe to drink for most visitors; if you’re sensitive to taste, consider a filtered bottle. Follow any rare, short-term local boil-water advisories if they are issued.

Bonita Springs municipal tap water is treated and generally safe to drink and use for brushing teeth or ice. If you’re sensitive to hard water taste, opt for bottled or filtered water for drinking.

Indio's tap water meets US EPA standards and is generally safe to drink, though it can taste hard or mineral-heavy; use bottled or filtered water if you prefer a milder taste.

Palm Coast tap water meets U.S. standards and is generally safe to drink, though it can taste hard or slightly chlorinated; use bottled water or a small filter if you are taste-sensitive or have a weak stomach. Be aware that localized advisories can occur after major storms or water-main work.

Chattanooga's tap water meets EPA standards and is safe to drink; use a simple filter if you prefer to reduce chlorine taste or if staying in an older building.

Water treatment meets standards, but aging pipes can introduce contaminants. Stick to bottled or filtered water.

Water treatment meets standards, but aging pipes can introduce contaminants. Stick to bottled or filtered water.

Water treatment meets standards, but aging pipes can introduce contaminants. Stick to bottled or filtered water.

Cleveland's municipal tap water is treated and generally safe for short-term visitors, but in older buildings with lead service lines it's wise to use a certified filter or bottled water—especially for infants, pregnant people, or those with weakened immune systems.

The city's tap water is treated and generally potable, but due to aging service lines and occasional boil advisories it's safest for tourists to drink bottled or filtered water and avoid ice from uncertain sources. Use bottled or filtered water to rinse produce if you're concerned.

Hempstead's tap water is treated and generally usable, but older buildings may have legacy lead plumbing or taste issues; use a portable filter or bottled water if staying in older rental units or if you prefer better taste.