14 days in Philadelphia, Tennessee & Waco Itinerary

Steeped in cultural and historical heritage, Philadelphia is known as the birthplace of U.S.

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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from your home destination to Philadelphia. In June, plan for daily highs up to 84°F, and evening lows to 65°F. You will leave for Gatlinburg on the 19th (Mon).

Nestled in the lush, wooded forests of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Gatlinburg is Tennessee’s premier mountain resort destination.

Start off your visit on the 19th (Mon): test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms and then find something for the whole family at Rockin' Raceway. On the 20th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: identify plant and animal life at Roaring Fork, then trek along Grotto Falls Trail, and then learn about winemaking at Sugarland Cellars.

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You can do a combination of flight and taxi from Philadelphia to Gatlinburg in 4.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In June, plan for daily highs up to 87°F, and evening lows to 66°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Franklin.

More than just a charming Southern city, Franklin continues to receive accolades for its downtown Main Street district that has brings up words like "romantic," "small town," and "best place to visit" from numerous media sources.

On the 21st (Wed), steep yourself in history at Carnton Plantation and then get engrossed in the history at Lotz House Museum. On the next day, get to know the fascinating history of Downtown Franklin, stroll through Winstead Hill Park, and then appreciate the extensive heritage of Franklin on Foot.

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You can drive from Gatlinburg to Franklin in 4.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or take a bus. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Gatlinburg to Franklin due to the time zone difference. In June, daytime highs in Franklin are 87°F, while nighttime lows are 67°F. On the 23rd (Fri), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Nashville.

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

Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Fri): see a show at Grand Ole Opry. Here are some ideas for day two: immerse yourself in nature at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, trek along Belmont Mansion, and then kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks.

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Nashville is just a short distance from Franklin. In June, daytime highs in Nashville are 89°F, while nighttime lows are 67°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sun) so you can go by car to Memphis.

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.

On the 26th (Mon), admire the majestic nature at Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park, then learn more about the world around you at Pink Palace Family of Museums, and then steep yourself in history at Sun Studio. Here are some ideas for day two: appreciate the extensive heritage of Beale Street, then admire the striking features of Orpheum Theatre, and then try your luck at Gold Strike Casino.

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You can drive from Nashville to Memphis in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or fly. In June, plan for daily highs up to 90°F, and evening lows to 71°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Tue) so you can travel to Waco.

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

Kids will enjoy Cameron Park Zoo and Topsey Exotic Ranch & Drive Thru Safari. Visiting Gorman Falls and Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center will get you outdoors. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Waco: Fort Parker State Park (in Mexia), Fiesta Winery (in Lometa) and Old Fort Parker (in Groesbeck).

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You can fly from Memphis to Waco in 5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In June, daily temperatures in Waco can reach 94°F, while at night they dip to 72°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 1st (Sat) to allow enough time to travel back home.