23 days in United States Itinerary

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

Discover out-of-the-way places like Lakefront Trail and Richard H. Driehaus Museum. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Chicago: Morton Arboretum (in Lisle) and Riverwalk Lot (in Naperville). The adventure continues: appreciate the extensive heritage of Chicago Riverwalk, admire the natural beauty at Lincoln Park Conservatory, explore the activities along Chicago River, and don't miss a visit to Buckingham Fountain.

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Stockholm, Sweden to Chicago is an approximately 11.5-hour flight. You'll gain 7 hours traveling from Stockholm to Chicago due to the time zone difference. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Stockholm in June: high temperatures in Chicago hover around 32°C and lows are around 20°C. On the 26th (Mon), you're off to Springfield.

Springfield is the capital of Illinois, but its real significance is as the hometown of Abraham Lincoln.

Start off your visit on the 26th (Mon): admire the natural beauty at Washington Park Botanical Gardens and then let the kids burn off some steam at Washington Park.

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You can fly from Chicago to Springfield in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In June in Springfield, expect temperatures between 34°C during the day and 21°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Saint Louis.

Test the local claim that Saint Louis is second only to Washington, D.C. in the number of free activities available by spending your holiday exploring the city's central neighborhoods, famous for their restored century-old red-brick buildings.

On the 27th (Tue), pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis, then see the interesting displays at Cardinals Hall of Fame and Museum, then admire the natural beauty at Missouri Botanical Garden, and finally look for all kinds of wild species at The Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House. On your second day here, explore the wealth of natural beauty at Gateway Arch National Park.

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Drive from Springfield to Saint Louis in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. June in Saint Louis sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 22°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Wed) so you can go by car to Springfield.

Kick off your visit on the 29th (Thu): learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Dickerson Park Zoo and then examine the collection at The Air and Military Museum of the Ozarks.

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Traveling by car from Saint Louis to Springfield takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or fly. June in Springfield sees daily highs of 34°C and lows of 22°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Thu) early enough to drive to Carthage.

Carthage is a city in Jasper County, Missouri, United States. 66 Drive-In Theatre has been added to your itinerary. On the 29th (Thu), see a show at 66 Drive-In Theatre.

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Traveling by car from Springfield to Carthage takes 1.5 hours. In June, daytime highs in Carthage are 35°C, while nighttime lows are 22°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 30th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Tulsa.

Sometimes known as the "Buckle of the Bible Belt," Tulsa is the second largest city in Oklahoma.

On the 30th (Fri), steep yourself in history at The Cave House and then identify plant and animal life at Turkey Mountain Urban Wilderness Area.

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Getting from Carthage to Tulsa by car takes about 2 hours. June in Tulsa sees daily highs of 37°C and lows of 24°C at night. On the 1st (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Oklahoma City.

Oklahoma City, known to many as the "Big Friendly," represents the political, cultural, and economic engine of the state of Oklahoma.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Bricktown and Anthem Brewing Company. There's lots more to do: appreciate the history behind Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum, make a splash at Six Flags Hurricane Harbor OKC, savor the flavors at Food & Drink, and stroll around E.C. Hafer Park.

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You can drive from Tulsa to Oklahoma City in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 39°C in July, and nighttime lows around 25°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Amarillo.

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

Start off your visit on the 5th (Wed): take in the exciting artwork at I am Rt 66 Visitor Center, then see the interesting displays at Bill's Backyard Classics, and then get curious at Texas Air & Space Museum.

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Getting from Oklahoma City to Amarillo by car takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: fly; or take a bus. Traveling from Oklahoma City in July, plan for a bit cooler nights in Amarillo, with lows around 22°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Wed) so you can go by car to Albuquerque.

Albuquerque remains one of the state's secret jewels, as its tourist attractions are often overshadowed by the more popular holiday destination of Santa Fe.

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Traveling by car from Amarillo to Albuquerque takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. Traveling from Amarillo to Albuquerque, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In July, daily temperatures in Albuquerque can reach 38°C, while at night they dip to 22°C. You'll set off for Flagstaff on the 6th (Thu).

Sitting at an elevation of 2,135 m (7,000 ft) and just a short trip from the Grand Canyon and other natural wonders, the city of Flagstaff attracts outdoor enthusiasts from around the world.

Start off your visit on the 6th (Thu): stroll through Riordan Mansion State Historic Park and then explore the fascinating underground world of Lava River Cave. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: immerse yourself in nature at Slide Rock State Park, experience rural life at Rainbow Trout Farm, and then hit the best photo ops around with an inspiring photography tour.

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Traveling by flight from Albuquerque to Flagstaff takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Albuquerque in July, with highs in Flagstaff at 32°C and lows at 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to Los Angeles.

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

Explore hidden gems such as Battleship USS Iowa Museum and 26-Mile Bike Path. Change things up with these side-trips from Los Angeles: Malibu (Zuma Beach & El Matador State Beach). The adventure continues: see the interesting displays at Hollywood Bowl Museum, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, stop by LA Farmers' Market, and steep yourself in history at The Huntington Library, Art Museum and Botanical Gardens.

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You can fly from Flagstaff to Los Angeles in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Flagstaff to Los Angeles, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Flagstaff in July, expect somewhat warmer with lows of 22°C in Los Angeles. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight back home.