11 days in United States Itinerary

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.

Your list of things to see and do now includes Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, Craft and Growler, Museum of Memories, and other attractions. On the 13th (Sun), get engrossed in the history at Dallas Heritage Village at Old City Park and then join in the after-dark buzz at Craft and Growler. On the 14th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: admire the natural beauty at Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, browse the exhibits of Museum of Memories, and then have a few drinks at Bishop Cidercade.

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Little Rock to Dallas is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from Little Rock in September since evenings lows in Dallas dip to 73°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 15th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Waco.

Sightseeing in Waco offers many possibilities in a medium-sized town on the Brazos River in central Texas.

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Drive from Dallas to Waco in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of tram and flight. In September in Waco, expect temperatures between 92°F during the day and 69°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 16th (Wed) to allow time for the car ride to Austin.

Despite its laid-back college vibe, Austin is an influential center for politics, technology, film, and music.

On the 16th (Wed), get a sense of history and politics at Texas State Capitol and then make a trip to 6th Street. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 17th (Thu): trek along Lady Bird Lake Hike-and-Bike Trail, then take a stroll through South Congress Avenue, and then take in the views from Congress Avenue Bridge / Austin Bats.

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You can drive from Waco to Austin in 2 hours. Another option is to take a bus. In September, plan for daily highs up to 93°F, and evening lows to 71°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to San Antonio.

As the state’s second largest city, San Antonio embodies Texas’ rich cultural heritage while maintaining the Old West charm of an oil town.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Six Flags Fiesta Texas, The San Antonio River Walk and Rio San Antonio Cruises. Kick off your visit on the 19th (Sat): find something for the whole family at Six Flags Fiesta Texas, then take in nature's colorful creations at Japanese Tea Gardens, then get to know the fascinating history of La Villita Historic Arts Village, and finally get around town with Rio San Antonio Cruises.

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Getting from Austin to San Antonio by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. In September, daily temperatures in San Antonio can reach 94°F, while at night they dip to 73°F. On the 20th (Sun), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Corpus Christi.

A gulf coast town with a semi-tropical climate, Corpus Christi serves as a getaway destination with a life of its own.

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Sun): look for gifts at Fly It Port A, then stroll through Port Aransas Beach, and then take a leisurely stroll along Horace Caldwell Fishing Pier.

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Getting from San Antonio to Corpus Christi by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or fly. Expect a daytime high around 91°F in September, and nighttime lows around 74°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Mon) so you can travel to Houston.

Although urban sprawl remains synonymous with Houston, most of the city's tourist attractions lie within the relatively small downtown area, surrounded by diverse neighborhoods housing the nation's biggest African-American, Asian-American, and Latino communities.

Start off your visit on the 22nd (Tue): get curious at Cockrell Butterfly Center, then engage your brain at The Houston Museum of Natural Science, and then take in the dramatic scenery at Water Wall.

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Traveling by car from Corpus Christi to Houston takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or take a bus. In September, daytime highs in Houston are 90°F, while nighttime lows are 75°F. On the 23rd (Wed), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.