19 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 sightseeing, museums, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the world behind art at The Art Institute of Chicago, enjoy breathtaking views from Skydeck Chicago - Willis Tower, observe the fascinating underwater world at Shedd Aquarium, and take in the waterfront at Navy Pier.

To find other places to visit, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Chicago trip planner.

Berlin, Germany to Chicago is an approximately 13.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 7 hours traveling from Berlin to Chicago. In May in Chicago, expect temperatures between 25°C during the day and 13°C at night. On the 12th (Fri), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Milwaukee.

Milwaukee boasts well-preserved historical districts with a rich European past and a strong beer-brewing tradition.

Start off your visit on the 12th (Fri): brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Handen Distillery and then play a few rounds at Whistling Straits Golf Course - Straits and Irish. On the 13th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take in the spiritual surroundings of Basilica of St. Josaphat, then identify plant and animal life at Horicon Marsh, and then sample the fine beverages at Ledgerock Distillery.

To see where to stay, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Milwaukee trip planning site.

You can drive from Chicago to Milwaukee in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train; or take a bus. Expect a bit cooler temperatures when traveling from Chicago in May; daily highs in Milwaukee reach 22°C and lows reach 9°C. On the 14th (Sun), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Green Bay.

Home of the Green Bay Packers, the city of Green Bay centers around sports and is home to hundreds of notable football icons, including Brett Favre and Curly Lambeau.

Kick off your visit on the 14th (Sun): stroll around Fonferek Glen County Park.

For where to stay, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, use the Green Bay online trip itinerary builder.

You can drive from Milwaukee to Green Bay in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In May, daytime highs in Green Bay are 23°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Mackinaw City.

Mackinaw City is a village in Emmet and Cheboygan counties in the U.S. state of Michigan. Kick off your visit on the 16th (Tue): take in the spiritual surroundings of Cross In The Woods National Shrine, then identify plant and animal life at The Oden State Fish Hatchery, and then stroll around Alexander Henry Park. Here are some ideas for day two: examine the collection at Great Lake Light House Keepers, then explore the landscape on two wheels at Little Traverse Wheelway, then explore the landscape on two wheels at North Western State Trail, and finally browse the fresh offerings at Bill's Farm Market.

To see ratings, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Mackinaw City road trip planning site.

Getting from Green Bay to Mackinaw City by car takes about 5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and car; or do a combination of flight and bus. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time (CST) to Eastern Standard Time (EST), which is usually a 1 hour difference. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from Green Bay in May, with highs in Mackinaw City at 17°C and lows at 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Traverse City.

Traverse City might be well known for its huge cherry industry, but its position along Grand Traverse Bay in Lake Michigan endows it with fine scenery and a wealth of outdoor attractions.

Kick off your visit on the 18th (Thu): stroll through Traverse Area Recreation and Transportation Trails and then sample some tasty brews at a beer tour and tasting.

To see photos, ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Traverse City sightseeing website.

You can drive from Mackinaw City to Traverse City in 2.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. Traveling from Mackinaw City in May, you will find days in Traverse City are a bit warmer (22°C), and nights are about the same (7°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Thu) to allow time to fly to Detroit.

Founded in 1701 by a French explorer and adventurer, Detroit exerted a profound impact on the world for most of the 20th century.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Detroit: Magee Marsh Wildlife Area (in Oak Harbor), Heck Park (in Monroe) and Toledo (Toledo Museum of Art, National Museum of the Great Lakes, &more). There's much more to do: appreciate the extensive heritage of Greenfield Village, admire the masterpieces at Detroit Institute of Arts, see the interesting displays at The Henry Ford, and contemplate the long history of Motown Museum.

To find photos, reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Detroit tour planner.

Getting from Traverse City to Detroit by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Traverse City in May, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit warmer in Detroit, with lows of 12°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Sun) so you can catch the flight to Niagara Falls.

The city of Niagara Falls houses the U.S. half of the famous waterfall that straddles the border between Canada and the United States.

On the 22nd (Mon), explore the different monuments and memorials at Forest Lawn, contemplate the long history of Frank Lloyd Wright's Martin House, then examine the collection at Niagara Power Project Visitors Center, and finally admire the sheer force of Bridal Veil Falls. On the 23rd (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take in the spiritual surroundings of Our Lady of Victory National Shrine & Basilica, Head underground at Cave of the Winds, and then admire the sheer force of Niagara Falls.

To find other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Niagara Falls trip planner.

Getting from Detroit to Niagara Falls by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 24°C in May, and nighttime lows around 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Tue) to allow time to drive to Cleveland.

A culturally diverse city situated on the shores of Lake Erie, Cleveland boasts many places to visit, such as world-class museums, popular amusement parks, and sprawling recreational areas.

On the 24th (Wed), see the interesting displays at Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, admire the masterpieces at The Cleveland Museum of Art, and then appreciate the history behind James A. Garfield Monument. On the next day, try your luck at JACK Cleveland Casino, see the interesting displays at A Christmas Story House, and then stroll through Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens.

For traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Cleveland holiday planner.

Traveling by car from Niagara Falls to Cleveland takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 24°C in May, and nighttime lows around 14°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Fri) so you can catch the flight back home.