18 days in United States Itinerary

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New York City
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Philadelphia
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Washington DC
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Ocean City
— 1 night
Bus to Jefferson Station, Fly to Chicago
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Chicago
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New York City
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New York City — 1 night

Big Apple

Writer Pearl Buck once called New York City “a place apart,” and this giant urban center remains unlike any other in the world.
Start off your visit on the 26th (Fri): make a trip to Times Square and then go for a walk through Central Park.

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Rosario, Argentina to New York City is an approximately 16.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Rosario to New York City is minus 2 hours. Traveling from Rosario in May, plan for somewhat warmer nights in New York City, with lows around 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 26th (Fri) early enough to catch the train to Philadelphia.
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Parks · Neighborhoods

Philadelphia — 1 night

The City of Brotherly Love

Steeped in cultural and historical heritage, Philadelphia is known as the birthplace of U.S. democracy, as it was once the meeting place for the country's Founding Fathers.
On the 27th (Sat), steep yourself in history at Independence Hall, appreciate the history behind Liberty Bell Center, then admire the masterpieces at Barnes Foundation, and finally browse the eclectic array of goods at Reading Terminal Market.

For ratings, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Philadelphia trip itinerary planning app.

Getting from New York City to Philadelphia by train takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 27°C in May, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Sat) to allow time to take a train to Washington DC.
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Museums · Shopping · Historic Sites

Washington DC — 1 night

The capital of the United States, the District of Columbia contains the lion's share of the country's most treasured monuments, memorials, and public museums.
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Take a train from Philadelphia to Washington DC in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In May, daily temperatures in Washington DC can reach 28°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. On the 28th (Sun), you'll travel to Ocean City.
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Parks · Nightlife · Museums · Tours

Ocean City — 1 night

Ocean City is a city in Cape May County, New Jersey, United States. Start off your visit on the 28th (Sun): admire the striking features of Lucy the Elephant, kick back and relax at Ocean City Beach, and then take a leisurely stroll along Ocean City Boardwalk. Here are some ideas for day two: get outside with Outdoor Activities and then take a stroll through Downtown Ocean City.

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Traveling by car from Washington DC to Ocean City takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and taxi; or take a bus. Traveling from Washington DC in May, plan for little chillier nights in Ocean City, with lows around 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Mon) so you can travel to Chicago.
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Neighborhoods · Beaches · Outdoors · Tours
Side Trips

Chicago — 5 nights

Windy City

A huge and vibrant city, Chicago is home to top-notch theaters, shops, museums, galleries, and restaurants.
Chicago is known for sightseeing, museums, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the world behind art at The Art Institute of Chicago, get curious at Field Museum, admire the landmark architecture of Rockefeller Memorial Chapel, and get to know the resident critters at Lincoln Park Zoo.

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You can do a combination of bus and flight from Ocean City to Chicago in 7 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Ocean City to Chicago is minus 1 hour. Expect a daytime high around 25°C in May, and nighttime lows around 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Sat) early enough to fly to New York City.
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Museums · Parks · Childrens Museums · Zoos & Aquariums

New York City — 8 nights

Big Apple

You'll find plenty of places to visit near New York City: Bronx Zoo (in Bronx) and Coney Island (in Brooklyn). Explore New York City further: admire the masterpieces at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, make a trip to Empire State Building, learn more about the world around you at American Museum of Natural History, and take in nature's colorful creations at Brooklyn Botanic Garden.

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You can fly from Chicago to New York City in 4 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Chicago to New York City. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sun) early enough to fly back home.
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United States travel guide

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Specialty Museums · Historic Sites · Nightlife
More than the country of car-packed streets seen in TV shows and movies, the United States of America is a complex and diverse home to over 300 million people living in a wide range of landscapes and climates. From its big-city skyscrapers to its sprawling natural parks, the country's ''melting pot'' combines many ethnic groups that share a strong sense of national identity despite their cultural differences. A country of road trips and big blue skies, the United States harbors orderly cities filled with restaurants, parks, museums, and innumerable sightseeing opportunities, as well as pristine natural areas perfect for a holiday in the great outdoors. To see as much as you can of this diverse land quickly, drive over some of the more than 6 million km (4 million mi) of highways leading through deserts, mountain peaks, fertile fields, and giant urban centers.
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New Jersey travel guide

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Casinos · Beaches · Shopping Malls
The Garden State
Often overshadowed by its legendary neighbor, New York, New Jersey holds its own as a land of thriving industrial cities, sprawling farmland, and lively coastal towns. Called the Garden State, New Jersey is a hub of entertainment and cultural attractions for the east coast, from the famous sandy beaches and carnival-like atmosphere of the Jersey Shore to alluring Atlantic City, the Las Vegas of the east. New Jersey also boasts a wealth of historical places to visit, including battle sites and memorials, such as George Washington's Revolutionary War headquarters.
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