10 days in United States Itinerary
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Madison — 1 night
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The City of Four Lakes
Madison might be the capital of Wisconsin, but students rather than politicians give the city its identity.On the 28th (Thu), look for gifts at Bavaria Sausage Kitchen, take in nature's colorful creations at Olbrich Botanical Gardens, then get a sense of history and politics at Wisconsin State Capitol, and finally don't miss a visit to Memorial Union Terrace.
To find where to stay, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Madison trip itinerary builder app.
If you are flying in from United Kingdom, the closest major aiports are Dane County Regional Truax Field, Chicago Rockford International Airport and General Mitchell International Airport. In September, plan for daily highs up to 28°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Chicago.
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Chicago — 1 night
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Windy City
A huge and vibrant city, Chicago is home to top-notch theaters, shops, museums, galleries, and restaurants.Kick off your visit on the 29th (Fri): enjoy breathtaking views from 360 Chicago Observation Deck, then admire the masterpieces at The Art Institute of Chicago, then walk around Millennium Park, and finally get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports. On the next day, get curious at Museum of Science and Industry, meet the residents at Shedd Aquarium, then admire the local landmark of Buckingham Fountain, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Skydeck Chicago - Willis Tower.
For other places to visit, reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Chicago trip planner.
Traveling by flight from Madison to Chicago takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Madison in September, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in Chicago, with lows of 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Sat) to allow time to fly to Louisville.
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Louisville — 1 night
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Derby City
Kentucky’s largest city, Louisville, is best known as the home of the Kentucky Derby.Kick off your visit on the 1st (Sun): explore the fascinating underground world of Louisville Mega Cavern, then learn insider's secrets on a distillery tour, and then explore the different monuments and memorials at Zachary Taylor National Cemetery.
To see more things to do, reviews, and other tourist information, read our Louisville trip maker site.
You can fly from Chicago to Louisville in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time (CST) to Eastern Standard Time (EST), which is usually a 1 hour difference. September in Louisville sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 19°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Sun) early enough to drive to Nashville.
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Nashville — 2 nights
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Music City U.S.A.
Known as the capital of country music, the thriving city of Nashville combines old-world southern charm with a progressive urban flair.On the 2nd (Mon), take a stroll through Downtown Nashville, then see a show at Grand Ole Opry, and then brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Ole Smoky Distillery & Yee-Haw Brewery. Here are some ideas for day two: contemplate the long history of Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery, then examine the collection at Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, and then take an in-depth tour of The Johnny Cash Museum & Cafe.
For maps, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Nashville online tour planner.
Getting from Louisville to Nashville by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a bus; or fly. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Louisville to Nashville. In October, daily temperatures in Nashville can reach 28°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Tue) to allow time to drive to Memphis.
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Memphis — 2 nights
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Birthplace of Rock 'n' Roll
The largest city on the Mississippi River, Memphis bills itself as both the "Birthplace of Rock" and "Home of the Blues." With such a rich musical heritage, it shouldn't come as a surprise that Elvis Presley chose to live in Memphis during his later years.Start off your visit on the 4th (Wed): buy something for everyone on your list at City Centre, then don't miss a visit to Graceland, then contemplate the long history of Sun Studio, and finally don't miss a visit to Beale Street. Here are some ideas for day two: steep yourself in history at National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel, then contemplate the long history of The Peabody Ducks, then stop by Lansky, and finally try to win big at Horseshoe Tunica.
To find more things to do, ratings, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Memphis trip builder site.
You can drive from Nashville to Memphis in 3.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 29°C in October, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to Dallas.
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Dallas — 2 nights
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Big D
One of the country's most popular shopping destinations, Dallas and its sprawling suburbs include more shopping centers per capita than any other urban center in America.On the 6th (Fri), examine the collection at The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, then don't miss a visit to Grassy Knoll, then take in nature's colorful creations at Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, and finally take in panoramic vistas at Reunion Tower. Here are some ideas for day two: explore the world behind art at Kimbell Art Museum and then steep yourself in history at Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District.
For maps, ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Dallas trip maker site.
Getting from Memphis to Dallas by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from Memphis in October since evenings lows in Dallas dip to 19°C.
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United States travel guide
More than the country of car-packed streets seen in TV shows and movies, the United States of America is a complex and diverse home to over 300 million people living in a wide range of landscapes and climates. From its big-city skyscrapers to its sprawling natural parks, the country's ''melting pot'' combines many ethnic groups that share a strong sense of national identity despite their cultural differences. A country of road trips and big blue skies, the United States harbors orderly cities filled with restaurants, parks, museums, and innumerable sightseeing opportunities, as well as pristine natural areas perfect for a holiday in the great outdoors. To see as much as you can of this diverse land quickly, drive over some of the more than 6 million km (4 million mi) of highways leading through deserts, mountain peaks, fertile fields, and giant urban centers.
