20 days in United States Itinerary

Surrounded by mountain ranges, forests, valleys, beaches, and deserts, the metropolitan area of Los Angeles is home to over 17 million people.

Kids will appreciate attractions like Universal Studios Hollywood and Angelus Temple. There's much more to do: admire nature's extreme beauty at The Huntington Desert Garden, meet the residents at Los Angeles Zoo & Botanical Gardens, don't miss a visit to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, and view the masterpieces at Annenberg Space for Photography.

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If you are flying in from India, the closest major aiports are Los Angeles International Airport, John Wayne Airport-Orange County Airport, Ontario International Airport, San Bernardino International Airport and Edwards Air Force Base. Expect a daytime high around 28°C in May, and nighttime lows around 17°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Wed) so you can go by car to Santa Monica.

A famed resort town since the early 20th century, Santa Monica sits on the picturesque Santa Monica Bay, bordered on three sides by the city of Los Angeles.

Start off your visit on the 6th (Thu): get curious at Camera Obscura, appreciate the extensive heritage of Santa Monica Pier, then admire the majestic nature at Santa Monica State Beach, then enjoy the sand and surf at Santa Monica Bay, and finally make a trip to Santa Monica Yacht Harbor Sign. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: get in on the family fun at Six Flags Magic Mountain.

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Santa Monica is very close to Los Angeles. In May, daytime highs in Santa Monica are 25°C, while nighttime lows are 17°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) early enough to go by car to San Diego.

Divided into neighborhoods with distinct characters and cultural heritages, San Diego sits just north of the Mexican border and offers visitors a blend of tourist attractions, including a lively nightlife, diverse cuisine, and a thriving musical scene.

Start off your visit on the 8th (Sat): see the interesting displays at USS Midway Museum and then let the kids burn off some steam at Balboa Park. Here are some ideas for day two: learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at San Diego Zoo.

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You can drive from Santa Monica to San Diego in 2.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or do a combination of tram and train. In May in San Diego, expect temperatures between 25°C during the day and 19°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sun) so you can travel to Las Vegas.

Nicknamed the "Entertainment Capital of the World," Las Vegas sits in the middle of a desert in the southern section of Nevada.

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area and Fountains of Bellagio. Step out of Las Vegas with an excursion to Hoover Dam in Boulder City--about 50 minutes away. The adventure continues: wander the streets of The Strip, admire the natural beauty at Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, try your luck at New York New York Casino, and take in panoramic vistas at Eiffel Tower Viewing Deck.

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Traveling by flight from San Diego to Las Vegas takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. When traveling from San Diego in May, plan for a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Las Vegas: temperatures range from 36°C by day to 20°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Wed) early enough to travel to Seattle.

Nicknamed the "Emerald City" because of its abundant evergreen trees, Seattle is the cultural and business center of the Pacific Northwest, as well as a popular holiday destination.

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Thu): get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Seattle Aquarium, get a taste of the local shopping with Chihuly Garden and Glass, then take in panoramic vistas at Space Needle, and finally wander the streets of Pike Place Market. On your second day here, take in the waterfront at Hiram M. Chittenden Locks and then see the interesting displays at The Museum of Flight.

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Traveling by flight from Las Vegas to Seattle takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Las Vegas in May, expect Seattle to be little chillier, temps between 23°C and 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) early enough to travel to Niagara Falls.

The city of Niagara Falls houses the U.S.

Bring the kids along to Cave of the Winds and Whirlpool State Park. Change things up with a short trip to Buffalo & Erie County Naval and Military Park in Buffalo (about 30 minutes away). There's lots more to do: steep yourself in history at Frank Lloyd Wright's Martin House, take in panoramic vistas at Niagara Falls Observation Tower, admire the sheer force of Bridal Veil Falls, and take a tour by water with Maid of the Mist.

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Traveling by flight from Seattle to Niagara Falls takes 10.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 3 hours traveling from Seattle to Niagara Falls. In May, daily temperatures in Niagara Falls can reach 24°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) to allow time to travel to New York City.

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

Statue of Liberty National Monument has been added to your itinerary. Start off your visit on the 18th (Tue): explore the galleries of Ellis Island, appreciate the history behind Statue of Liberty National Monument, then steep yourself in history at World Trade Center Memorial Foundation, and finally browse the exhibits of 9/11 Memorial. Keep things going the next day: admire the masterpieces at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, see the interesting displays at New York Public Library, and then enjoy breathtaking views from Empire State Building.

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You can fly from Niagara Falls to New York City in 6 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from Niagara Falls in May since evenings lows in New York City dip to 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 20th (Thu) to allow time for travel back home.