20 days in Texas Itinerary

Although urban sprawl remains synonymous with Houston, most of the city's tourist attractions lie within the relatively small downtown area, surrounded by diverse neighborhoods housing the nation's biggest African-American, Asian-American, and Latino communities.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Houston: Kemah Boardwalk (in Kemah) and Moody Gardens (in Galveston). There's lots more to do: get curious at The Houston Museum of Natural Science, admire the masterpieces at Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, walk around Smither Park, and see the interesting displays at Space Center Houston.

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Dusseldorf, Germany to Houston is an approximately 14-hour combination of train and flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Dusseldorf to Houston is minus 7 hours. While traveling from Dusseldorf, expect somewhat warmer days and warmer nights in Houston, ranging from highs of 39°C to lows of 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Thu) early enough to fly to Corpus Christi.

A gulf coast town with a semi-tropical climate, Corpus Christi serves as a getaway destination with a life of its own.

On the 9th (Fri), don't miss a visit to The Grave of Selena Quintanilla-Perez, then meet the residents at Texas State Aquarium, and then take an in-depth tour of USS Lexington Museum.

To see other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Corpus Christi trip builder.

Traveling by flight from Houston to Corpus Christi takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 39°C in June, and nighttime lows around 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Fri) to allow time to drive to San Antonio.

As the state’s second largest city, San Antonio embodies Texas’ rich cultural heritage while maintaining the Old West charm of an oil town.

San Antonio is known for shopping, historic sites, and theme parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: get in on the family fun at SeaWorld, make a splash at Six Flags Fiesta Texas, contemplate the long history of The Alamo, and take in the history at Mission Espada.

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You can drive from Corpus Christi to San Antonio in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or fly. In June, daily temperatures in San Antonio can reach 39°C, while at night they dip to 27°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Fredericksburg.

The city of Fredericksburg was settled by German immigrants in the mid-19th century, and has managed to retain its distinctly German charm.

On the 14th (Wed), take in the dramatic natural features at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, do a tasting at Grape Creek Vineyards on Main, then brush up on your military savvy at National Museum of the Pacific War, and finally take in the exciting artwork at Agave Gallery Fine Art. On the 15th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: sample the fine beverages at Garrison Brothers Distillery, then learn about winemaking at Grape Creek Vineyards, and then indulge your senses at some of the top wineries in the area.

To find more things to do, photos, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Fredericksburg tour itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from San Antonio to Fredericksburg takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from San Antonio in June, things will get slightly colder in Fredericksburg: highs are around 36°C and lows about 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Austin.

Despite its laid-back college vibe, Austin is an influential center for politics, technology, film, and music.

Austin is known for sightseeing, fun & games, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: witness a stunning natural landmark at Barton Springs Pool, take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, get engrossed in the history at LBJ Presidential Library, and test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.

To see ratings, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, use the Austin trip planner.

Traveling by car from Fredericksburg to Austin takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a bus. In June, plan for daily highs up to 39°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Mon) so you can fly to Amarillo.

Known as "The Yellow Rose of Texas," Amarillo was once a series of ranches.

Start off your visit on the 20th (Tue): delve into the distant past at Palo Duro Canyon State Park, get engrossed in the history at Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum, and then don't miss a visit to Cadillac Ranch. On your second day here, don't miss a visit to The Charles and Mary Ann Goodnight Ranch State Historical Site, get a taste of life in the country at Cowgirls and Cowboys in the West, and then examine the collection at Jack Sisemore Traveland RV Museum.

To see traveler tips, photos, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Amarillo trip maker site.

You can fly from Austin to Amarillo in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect little chillier evenings in Amarillo when traveling from Austin in June, with lows around 20°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Wed) so you can catch the flight to Fort Worth.

Advertising itself as the place where the American West begins, Fort Worth stubbornly clings to its cowboy roots, making it a distinctly different town from most other urban centers of its size.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Fort Worth: Dallas (The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, Reunion Tower, &more), Immersive Gamebox - Grandscape, The Colony (in The Colony) and Cistercian Abbey (in Irving). There's lots more to do: appreciate the extensive heritage of Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District, explore the world behind art at Kimbell Art Museum, examine the collection at Tandy Leather Museum & Gallery, and steep yourself in history at Top O'Hill Terrace.

For other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Fort Worth sightseeing planner.

You can fly from Amarillo to Fort Worth in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Fort Worth when traveling from Amarillo in June, with lows around 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.