23 days in Texas Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Texas trip planner
Start: Dusseldorf
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Galveston, Galveston Island
— 3 nights
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South Padre Island
— 2 nights
Fly to Midland/Odessa, Drive to Big Bend National Park
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Big Bend National Park
— 2 nights
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Fort Davis
— 1 night
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Fredericksburg
— 3 nights
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San Antonio
— 4 nights
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Waco
— 2 nights
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Austin
— 5 nights
Fly to Frankfurt, Train to Dusseldorf
End: Dusseldorf
Wed, May 3 - Thu, May 25
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Galveston, Galveston Island — 3 nights
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The Oleander City
Popular historic sites such as Old City Cemetery and Moody Mansion are in your itinerary. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at East End Historic District and San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site. When in Galveston, make a side trip to see Bolivar Point Lighthouse in Port Bolivar, approximately Port Bolivar away. And it doesn't end there: take a leisurely stroll along Galveston's 61st Street Fishing Pier, don't miss a visit to Tree Sculptures, look for gifts at Wings Beachwear, and explore the galleries of Galveston Historic Seaport - Home of the 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA.
To find more things to do, traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Galveston attractions planner.
Dusseldorf, Germany to Galveston is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. You'll gain 7 hours traveling from Dusseldorf to Galveston due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Dusseldorf in May, plan for somewhat warmer days and warmer nights in Galveston: temperatures range from 32°C by day to 25°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Sat) early enough to fly to South Padre Island.
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To find more things to do, traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Galveston attractions planner.
Dusseldorf, Germany to Galveston is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. You'll gain 7 hours traveling from Dusseldorf to Galveston due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Dusseldorf in May, plan for somewhat warmer days and warmer nights in Galveston: temperatures range from 32°C by day to 25°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Sat) early enough to fly to South Padre Island.
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South Padre Island — 2 nights
Start off your visit on the 7th (Sun): get outside with Outdoor Activities, look for all kinds of wild species at Laguna Madre Nature Trail, and then take a pleasant ride with a tour on horseback.
For where to stay, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our South Padre Island travel itinerary planner.
You can fly from Galveston to South Padre Island in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. In May, daytime highs in South Padre Island are 32°C, while nighttime lows are 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 8th (Mon) to allow time for travel to Big Bend National Park.
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For where to stay, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our South Padre Island travel itinerary planner.
You can fly from Galveston to South Padre Island in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. In May, daytime highs in South Padre Island are 32°C, while nighttime lows are 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 8th (Mon) to allow time for travel to Big Bend National Park.
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Big Bend National Park — 2 nights
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On the 9th (Tue), take in breathtaking views at Santa Elena Canyon and then cruise along Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: tour the pleasant surroundings at S Rim Trail, then take in the awesome beauty at Chisos Mountains, and then hike along Lost Mine Trail.
To see reviews, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, read our Big Bend National Park trip planner.
Getting from South Padre Island to Big Bend National Park by combination of flight and car takes about 10.5 hours. Other options: drive. Traveling from South Padre Island in May, expect nights in Big Bend National Park to be slightly colder, around 22°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 39°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Fort Davis.
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To see reviews, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, read our Big Bend National Park trip planner.
Getting from South Padre Island to Big Bend National Park by combination of flight and car takes about 10.5 hours. Other options: drive. Traveling from South Padre Island in May, expect nights in Big Bend National Park to be slightly colder, around 22°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 39°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Fort Davis.
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Fort Davis — 1 night
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On the 11th (Thu), contemplate the long history of Fort Davis National Historic Site, immerse yourself in nature at Davis Mountains State Park, and then look and learn at McDonald Observatory.
To find maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Fort Davis trip itinerary planning app.
You can drive from Big Bend National Park to Fort Davis in 3 hours. Traveling from Big Bend National Park in May, things will get little chillier in Fort Davis: highs are around 32°C and lows about 10°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Thu) so you can go by car to Fredericksburg.
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To find maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Fort Davis trip itinerary planning app.
You can drive from Big Bend National Park to Fort Davis in 3 hours. Traveling from Big Bend National Park in May, things will get little chillier in Fort Davis: highs are around 32°C and lows about 10°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Thu) so you can go by car to Fredericksburg.
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Fredericksburg — 3 nights
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Fritztown
Get some historical perspective at Pioneer Museum and St. Mary's Catholic Church. Step off the beaten path and head to Garrison Brothers Distillery and Distillery Tours. The adventure continues: learn about winemaking at William Chris Vineyards, admire all the interesting features of Willow City Loop, admire the majestic nature at Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site, and get a taste of the local shopping with Fischer & Wieser's Das Peach Haus.
For maps, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Fredericksburg trip itinerary planner.
Getting from Fort Davis to Fredericksburg by car takes about 5 hours. Other options: do a combination of taxi and bus; or do a combination of taxi, train, and bus. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from Fort Davis in May since evenings lows in Fredericksburg dip to 18°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Sun) so you can go by car to San Antonio.
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For maps, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Fredericksburg trip itinerary planner.
Getting from Fort Davis to Fredericksburg by car takes about 5 hours. Other options: do a combination of taxi and bus; or do a combination of taxi, train, and bus. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from Fort Davis in May since evenings lows in Fredericksburg dip to 18°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Sun) so you can go by car to San Antonio.
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San Antonio — 4 nights
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The Alamo City
You'll discover tucked-away gems like St Joseph Catholic Church and Presidio La Bahia State Historic Site. Your inner history buff will appreciate Goliad State Park & Mission Espiritu Santo State Historic Site and The Guenther House Museum. Explore San Antonio's surroundings by going to New Braunfels (Gruene Historic District & Landa Park). There's lots more to do: appreciate the extensive heritage of Mission Trail, admire the architecture and history at Mission Concepcion, make a trip to Main Plaza, and explore the world behind art at Briscoe Western Art Museum.
Use Inspirock's suggestions to plan your San Antonio trip and find the best activities and attractions for your vacation.
You can drive from Fredericksburg to San Antonio in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Fredericksburg in May, things will get somewhat warmer in San Antonio: highs are around 36°C and lows about 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Waco.
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You can drive from Fredericksburg to San Antonio in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Fredericksburg in May, things will get somewhat warmer in San Antonio: highs are around 36°C and lows about 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Waco.
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Waco — 2 nights
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On the 19th (Fri), get curious at Mayborn Museum Complex, then examine the collection at Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum, then take in the views from Waco Suspension Bridge, and finally stop by Spice Village. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 20th (Sat): admire nature's wide array of creatures at Cameron Park Zoo, then see the interesting displays at Waco Mammoth National Monument, and then walk around Cameron Park.
For other places to visit, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Waco road trip planning app.
Getting from San Antonio to Waco by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus; or fly. In May, daytime highs in Waco are 34°C, while nighttime lows are 19°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 20th (Sat) so you can go by car to Austin.
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For other places to visit, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Waco road trip planning app.
Getting from San Antonio to Waco by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus; or fly. In May, daytime highs in Waco are 34°C, while nighttime lows are 19°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 20th (Sat) so you can go by car to Austin.
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Austin — 5 nights
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Live Music Capital of the World
You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Spoetzl Brewery and San Marcos River. Your inner history buff will appreciate Texas State Cemetery and Bonfire Memorial. Explore Austin's surroundings by going to College Station (Room Escape Games & George Bush Presidential Library and Museum). There's much more to do: explore the activities along Town Lake, take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, look for gifts at Austin Visitor Center, and pause for some photo ops at Stevie Ray Vaughan Statue.
For maps, ratings, reviews, and other tourist information, read Austin trip itinerary maker.
Getting from Waco to Austin by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In May, daily temperatures in Austin can reach 34°C, while at night they dip to 21°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Thu) so you can travel back home.
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For maps, ratings, reviews, and other tourist information, read Austin trip itinerary maker.
Getting from Waco to Austin by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In May, daily temperatures in Austin can reach 34°C, while at night they dip to 21°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Thu) so you can travel back home.
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Texas travel guide
The Lone Star State
Thanks to its size and geologic features, Texas contains diverse landscapes that closely resemble both the south and southwest of the United States. Though most people associate Texas with tracts of barren land, deserts cover only about 10 percent of the state, with most of its big population centers located in areas once covered by prairies, grasslands, and forests. As you travel from one end of Texas to the other, observe the changing terrain that ranges from coastal piney woods and swamps in the east to the mountains of the west, with rolling plains and rugged hills in the center. For a bit of urban sightseeing visit some of the state's large cities such as Houston, Dallas, or Austin, or immerse yourself in the nation's history by adding famous attractions like The Alamo to your itinerary. Take plenty of time to mingle with the locals, famous for their hospitality, generosity, and fiercely independent spirit.
