13 days in United States Itinerary

A huge and vibrant city, Chicago is home to top-notch theaters, shops, museums, galleries, and restaurants.

Chicago is known for museums, parks, and nightlife. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: explore the world behind art at The Art Institute of Chicago, find something for the whole family at Fox in a Box Chicago, take in panoramic vistas at 360 Chicago Observation Deck, and take in the waterfront at Navy Pier.

For other places to visit, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, use the Chicago online holiday builder.

Dublin, Ireland to Chicago is an approximately 11-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 6 hours traveling from Dublin to Chicago. Traveling from Dublin in February, expect Chicago to be little chillier, temps between 2°C and -7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Thu) early enough to drive to Indianapolis.

Indiana's capital and most populous city, Indianapolis is best known for its racecar events and impressive museums, and as the hometown of Kurt Vonnegut.

Start off your visit on the 25th (Thu): see the interesting displays at Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum, have fun and explore at Children's Museum of Indianapolis, examine the collection at The Eiteljorg Museum, then make a trip to USS Indianapolis Memorial, and finally look for gifts at Rocket Fizz.

For ratings, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Indianapolis visit planning app.

You can drive from Chicago to Indianapolis in 3.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Chicago to Indianapolis. In February in Indianapolis, expect temperatures between 5°C during the day and -6°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Saint Louis.

Test the local claim that Saint Louis is second only to Washington, D.C.

Kick off your visit on the 26th (Fri): pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis, walk around Forest Park, and then admire the masterpieces at Saint Louis Art Museum. Keep things going the next day: admire the natural beauty at Missouri Botanical Garden, examine the collection at City Museum, then ponder the world of politics at Old Courthouse, and finally see the interesting displays at Cardinals Hall of Fame and Museum.

For where to stay, traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Saint Louis trip planner.

You can drive from Indianapolis to Saint Louis in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Indianapolis to Saint Louis. February in Saint Louis sees daily highs of 8°C and lows of -3°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sun) so you can travel to Nashville.

Known as the capital of country music, the thriving city of Nashville combines old-world southern charm with a progressive urban flair.

Start off your visit on the 28th (Sun): steep yourself in history at Belle Meade Plantation, catch a live performance at Grand Ole Opry, and then admire the natural beauty at Gaylord Opryland Resort Gardens. On the 1st (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take an in-depth tour of Lotz House Museum, then examine the collection at Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, then take an in-depth tour of The Johnny Cash Museum & Cafe, and finally learn the secrets of beer at a beer tour and tasting.

To see more things to do, ratings, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Nashville planner.

You can fly from Saint Louis to Nashville in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In February, Nashville is a bit warmer than Saint Louis - with highs of 13°C and lows of 1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Tue) so you can drive to Pigeon Forge.

A tiny town with big tourist appeal, Pigeon Forge bills itself as the "Center of Fun in the Smokies." Just a short drive from the national park protecting the diverse plant and animal life of the Great Smoky Mountains, the town features numerous places to visit, such as bars, restaurants, cafes, theaters, and shops.

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Tue): learn about winemaking at Mill Bridge Winery, then see the interesting displays at Titanic Museum Attraction, and then take in the waterfront at The Island in Pigeon Forge.

For ratings, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, read Pigeon Forge online trip planner.

Getting from Nashville to Pigeon Forge by car takes about 4 hours. Other options: fly; or do a combination of bus, subway, and car. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Nashville to Pigeon Forge. In March, daily temperatures in Pigeon Forge can reach 18°C, while at night they dip to 4°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Wed) so you can travel to Atlanta.

Georgia’s largest city and capital, Atlanta is a thriving metropolis anchored by its southern roots.

Atlanta is known for zoos & aquariums, museums, and historic sites. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Georgia Aquarium, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Zoo Atlanta, let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour, and steep yourself in history at Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site.

For other places to visit, ratings, maps, and tourist information, read our Atlanta road trip website.

Traveling by flight from Pigeon Forge to Atlanta takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or do a combination of car, bus, and subway. Traveling from Pigeon Forge in March, expect a bit warmer with lows of 8°C in Atlanta. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sat) so you can travel back home.