19 days in Philadelphia & New England Itinerary

Popular historic sites such as Washington Memorial Chapel and Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul are in your itinerary. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Ocean City Beach and Christ Church. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Philadelphia: Lucy the Elephant (in Margate City) and Brigantine Beach (in Brigantine). And it doesn't end there: appreciate the extensive heritage of Independence Mall, get advice or help at Masonic Temple, get a sense of history and politics at Independence Hall, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Schuylkill River Trail.

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Use the Route module to find travel options from your starting location to Philadelphia. Expect a daytime high around 88°F in July, and nighttime lows around 72°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Boston.

Kick off your visit on the 14th (Fri): contemplate the long history of Hancock-Clarke House, take an in-depth tour of Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House, then snap pictures at The Old North Bridge, and finally explore the different monuments and memorials at Sleepy Hollow Cemetery. Here are some ideas for day two: stroll the grounds of Granary Burying Ground, then stop by Back Bay, then explore the landscape on two wheels at Charles River Bike Path, and finally stroll through Charles River Esplanade.

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You can fly from Philadelphia to Boston in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Philadelphia in July: high temperatures in Boston hover around 83°F and lows are around 67°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sun) so you can go by car to Kennebunkport.

Start off your visit on the 16th (Sun): admire the majestic nature at Odiorne Point State Park, enjoy the sea views from Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouse, then head outdoors with Fisherman's Walk, and finally stroll through Ogunquit Beach. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 17th (Mon): appreciate the extensive heritage of Marginal Way Walkway, then sample the tasty concoctions at SoMe Brewing Company, then get to know the fascinating history of Parson's Way, and finally head outdoors with Outdoor Activities.

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Traveling by car from Boston to Kennebunkport takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Plan for slightly colder nights when traveling from Boston in July since evenings lows in Kennebunkport dip to 58°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Mon) so you can drive to Lincoln.

On the 18th (Tue), examine the collection at New England Ski Museum, kick back and relax at Echo Lake Beach, then trek along Artist Bluff Trail, and finally delve into the lush surroundings at Franconia Notch. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take some stellar pictures from Sugar Hill Scenic Vista, take in the dramatic scenery at Arethusa Falls, then admire the sheer force of Crawford Notch State Park, and finally grab your bike and head to White Mountains.

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You can drive from Kennebunkport to Lincoln in 3 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In July in Lincoln, expect temperatures between 79°F during the day and 57°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Saint Johnsbury.

On the 20th (Thu), admire the majestic nature at Elmore State Park, then get a dose of the wild on Peace Pups Dog Sledding, and then trek along Owls Head Trail. Keep things going the next day: walk around Dog Mountain Home of Stephen Huneck Gallery, then admire the striking features of The Dog Chapel, and then stroll through Lamoille Valley Rail Trail.

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You can drive from Lincoln to Saint Johnsbury in an hour. July in Saint Johnsbury sees daily highs of 79°F and lows of 58°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Fri) early enough to travel to Rockland.

Start off your visit on the 22nd (Sat): enjoy the sea views from Rockland Breakwater Light, then look for all kinds of wild species at Beech Hill Reserve, then tee off at Samoset Resort Golf Course, and finally look for gifts at FIORE Artisan Olive Oils and Vinegars. On the 23rd (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: see the interesting displays at Project Puffin Visitor Center, then explore the galleries of Maine Lighthouse Museum, then examine the collection at Sail Power and Steam Museum, and finally immerse yourself in nature at Owl's Head State Park.

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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Saint Johnsbury to Rockland. Traveling from Saint Johnsbury in July, you will find days in Rockland are a bit cooler (74°F), and nights are about the same (58°F). Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Bar Harbor.

On the 24th (Mon), steep yourself in history at St. Saviour's Church, look for gifts at A Little Mad, then look for all kinds of wild species at Shore Path, and finally play a few rounds at Kebo Valley Golf Club. Here are some ideas for day two: take in the pleasant sights at Compass Harbor Trail, then surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour, then get outside with Outdoor Activities, and finally hike along Bar Island Trails.

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You can drive from Rockland to Bar Harbor in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 75°F in July, and nighttime lows around 58°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Acadia National Park.

Get in touch with nature at Great Head Trail and Little Hunters Beach. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Echo Lake Beach and The Bowl Trail. There's still lots to do: take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Cadillac Mountain, take an in-depth tour of Somesville Historical Museum and Gardens, hike along Beech Mountain Trail, and take a memorable drive along Park Loop Road.

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Acadia National Park is just a stone's throw from Bar Harbor. Expect a daytime high around 75°F in July, and nighttime lows around 58°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Fri) early enough to drive back home.