11 days in Chicago & Cape Carteret Itinerary

Chicago is known for sightseeing, museums, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the masterpieces at The Art Institute of Chicago, engage your brain at Museum of Science and Industry, meet the residents at Lincoln Park Zoo, and find something for the whole family at Navy Pier.

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New York City to Chicago is an approximately 4-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Traveling from New York City to Chicago, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In June in Chicago, expect temperatures between 81°F during the day and 63°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Fri) so you can go by car to Cape Carteret.

Cape Carteret is known for fun & games and golf. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: glide peacefully along the water with some of the best stand-up paddleboarding in the area, putt your heart out at The Golfin Dolphin, tee off at Star Hill Golf Club, and perfect your strike at MacDaddy's Entertainment Center.

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You can drive from Chicago to Cape Carteret in 15 hours. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Chicago to Cape Carteret. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Cape Carteret when traveling from Chicago in June, with lows around 72°F. On the 29th (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive back home.