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famous place; noted place; place of (scenic or historical) interest; sights (to see)
「名所」 has another reading with different meanings.
この公園は桜の名所として知られています。
This park is known as a famous spot for cherry blossoms.
友達と一緒に地元の名所を訪れました。
I visited local places of interest with my friends.
桜の名所として知られるこの公園は春に賑わう。
This park, known as a famous cherry blossom spot, is bustling in spring.