22 days in United States Itinerary

Rich in museums, restaurants, shops, and historical sites, Boston attracts over 16 million visitors each year. New England's largest and most influential city, Boston ranks among the world's major centers of education and culture.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Boston Public Garden and Provincetown Library. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Boston: Dolphin & Whale Watching (in Provincetown), Ogunquit Beach (in Ogunquit) and Cape Neddick Nubble Lighthouse (in York). There's more to do: admire all the interesting features of Fenway Park and appreciate the extensive heritage of Freedom Trail.

To see other places to visit, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Boston day trip app .

Use the Route module to see travel options from your home to Boston. In September, plan for daily highs up to 75°F, and evening lows to 59°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sun) early enough 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.

You've added The Met Cloisters, Rockefeller Center, Battery Park, and other attractions to your itinerary.

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Traveling by combination of bus and flight from Boston to New York City takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and flight; or drive. Traveling from Boston in September, plan for somewhat warmer nights in New York City, with lows around 66°F. On the 27th (Thu), you'll travel to Philadelphia.

Steeped in cultural and historical heritage, Philadelphia is known as the birthplace of U.S.

For where to stay, ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Philadelphia tour itinerary maker tool .

Getting from New York City to Philadelphia by bus takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. In September, plan for daily highs up to 80°F, and evening lows to 63°F. On the 29th (Sat), you're off toNew York City.

Chelsea Market has been added to your itinerary.

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You can take a bus from Philadelphia to New York City in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. On the 3rd (Wed), you'll travel to Chicago.

A huge and vibrant city, Chicago is home to top-notch theaters, shops, museums, galleries, and restaurants.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Wrigley Field and Cloud Gate. There's lots more to do: admire the masterpieces at The Art Institute of Chicago, engage your brain at Museum of Science and Industry, admire the local landmark of Buckingham Fountain, and enjoy breathtaking views from Skydeck Chicago - Willis Tower.

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You can do a combination of bus and flight from New York City to Chicago in 5 hours. Other options are to fly; or drive. Traveling from New York City to Chicago, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Traveling from New York City in October, expect Chicago to be a bit cooler, temps between 65°F and 49°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sat) so you can travel to New York City.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Greenwich Village and Brooklyn Heights Promenade. Enjoy New York City some more: pause for some photo ops at Statue of Liberty National Monument, take in the views from Brooklyn Bridge, admire the striking features of Chrysler Building, and wander the streets of Washington Square Park.

To see more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, read our New York City trip planner.

You can do a combination of flight and bus from Chicago to New York City in 5 hours. Other options are to fly; or drive. Traveling from Chicago to New York City, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Chicago in October, plan for somewhat warmer nights in New York City, with lows around 57°F. You'll have a few hours on the 10th (Wed) to wrap things up before traveling home.