17 days in United States Itinerary

Writer Pearl Buck once called New York City “a place apart,” and this giant urban center remains unlike any other in the world.

Your inner history buff will appreciate 9/11 Memorial and St. Patrick's Cathedral. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Greenwich Village and Speed Boats Tours. The adventure continues: go for a walk through Central Park, walk around World Trade Center's Liberty Park, take a stroll through Washington Square Park, and take in panoramic vistas at Empire State Building.

To find maps, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our New York City trip planner.

Vilnius, Lithuania to New York City is an approximately 14-hour flight. You can also do a combination of flight and bus; or do a combination of shuttle, flight, and bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Vilnius to New York City is minus 7 hours. Traveling from Vilnius in September, expect New York City to be somewhat warmer, temps between 31°C and 22°C. On the 7th (Sat), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Philadelphia.

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

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Traveling by train from New York City to Philadelphia takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In September, plan for daily highs up to 31°C, and evening lows to 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Sat) early enough to travel to Tampa.

Tampa ranks among the country's most livable cities, attracting newcomers with its growing economy and status as a major port on the Gulf of Mexico.

Visit Treasure Island Beach and Saint Pete Beach for some beach relaxation. Escape the urban bustle at Dolphin & Whale Watching and Fishing Charters & Tours. There's much more to do: test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, see the interesting displays at Tampa Police Museum, take in the views from Sunshine Skyway Bridge, and admire all the interesting features of Amalie Arena.

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You can fly from Philadelphia to Tampa in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and flight; or drive. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Philadelphia in September, with highs in Tampa at 38°C and lows at 28°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Wed) early enough to travel to Miami.

Florida’s mecca of fun in the sun, the lively tropical metropolis of Miami is one of the world’s top vacation spots.

Kick off your visit on the 11th (Wed): get some thrills out on the water with a waterskiing or jet-skiing adventure. Keep things going the next day: contemplate the long history of Deering Estate, take a stroll through Lincoln Road, then see the interesting displays at Lock & Load Museum, and finally take a stroll through Wynwood.

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Getting from Tampa to Miami by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In September, plan for daily highs up to 38°C, and evening lows to 29°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Fri) early enough to travel to Key West.

Located just 140 km (90 mi) from Cuba, Key West is an island only about 6.4 km (4 mi) long and 1.6 km (1 mi) wide.

You'll enjoy a bit of beach vacationing at Fort Zachary Taylor and Higgs Beach. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Saint Mary Star of the Sea and Key West Garden Club. There's much more to do: take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, tour the pleasant surroundings at Smathers Beach, visit a coastal fixture at Key West Lighthouse and Keeper's Quarters Museum, and explore the gorgeous colors at Vandenberg Wreck.

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You can fly from Miami to Key West in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and flight; or drive. September in Key West sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 31°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Tue) early enough to travel to Philadelphia.

For other places to visit, where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Philadelphia tour itinerary app .

Fly from Key West to Philadelphia in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and train; or drive. Traveling from Key West in September, things will get little chillier in Philadelphia: highs are around 31°C and lows about 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Wed) to allow enough time to take a train to New York City.

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Getting from Philadelphia to New York City by train takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. On the 19th (Thu), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.