24 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.

Change things up with these side-trips from Houston: Galveston (The Strand, Moody Gardens, &more). There's still lots to do: examine the collection at Space Center Houston, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Houston Zoo, take in the dramatic scenery at Water Wall, and take an in-depth tour of National Museum of Funeral History.

To see photos, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Houston trip planner.

Amsterdam, The Netherlands to Houston is an approximately 13-hour flight. Traveling from Amsterdam to Houston, you'll gain 7 hours due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Amsterdam in October, plan for much hotter days in Houston, with highs around 34°C, while nights are a bit warmer with lows around 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Fri) early enough 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 plan includes some of its best attractions: contemplate the long history of The Alamo, admire the masterpieces at McNay Art Museum, pause for some serene contemplation at San Fernando De Bexar Cathedral, and take an in-depth tour of Institute of Texan Cultures.

For photos, where to stay, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the San Antonio online trip itinerary maker.

Getting from Houston to San Antonio by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or fly. In October, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Tue) so you can 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.

Fredericksburg is known for wineries, museums, and nature. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: brush up on your military savvy at National Museum of the Pacific War, make a trip to Main Street, do a tasting at Grape Creek Vineyards on Main, and awaken your taste buds at some of the top wineries in the area.

To find ratings, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Fredericksburg sightseeing planner.

Getting from San Antonio to Fredericksburg by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from San Antonio in November; daily highs in Fredericksburg reach 22°C and lows reach 8°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Austin.

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

Austin is known for museums, fun & games, and nightlife. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: get a sense of history and politics at Texas State Capitol, take in the views from Congress Avenue Bridge / Austin Bats, stop by Central Market, and learn the secrets of beer at Bike and Brew ATX.

To find traveler tips, where to stay, photos, and other tourist information, use the Austin travel website.

Getting from Fredericksburg to Austin by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a bus. Traveling from Fredericksburg in November, expect somewhat warmer with lows of 13°C in Austin. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Wed) so you can go by car to Waco.

Sightseeing in Waco offers many possibilities in a medium-sized town on the Brazos River in central Texas.

Start off your visit on the 11th (Thu): examine the collection at Waco Mammoth National Monument, examine the collection at Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum, then look for gifts at Magnolia Market Silos, and finally snap pictures at Waco Suspension Bridge.

For reviews, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, go to the Waco trip planning website.

Drive from Austin to Waco in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect little chillier evenings in Waco when traveling from Austin in November, with lows around 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Thu) early enough to drive to Dallas.

One of the country's most popular shopping destinations, Dallas and its sprawling suburbs include more shopping centers per capita than any other urban center in America.

Explore Dallas' surroundings by going to Fort Worth (Kimbell Art Museum, Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District, &more). There's still lots to do: admire the natural beauty at Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, examine the collection at The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, admire the masterpieces at Dallas Museum of Art, and don't miss a visit to Grassy Knoll.

To see other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Dallas trip app.

Traveling by car from Waco to Dallas takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of flight and tram. In November in Dallas, expect temperatures between 22°C during the day and 11°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Mon) so you can travel to Amarillo.

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

Start off your visit on the 16th (Tue): wander the wide-open spaces of Cowgirls and Cowboys in the West, see the interesting displays at Jack Sisemore Traveland RV Museum, and then don't miss a visit to Cadallic Ranch. Here are some ideas for day two: appreciate the extensive heritage of Lighthouse Trail, explore the ancient world of Palo Duro Canyon State Park, and then ride a horse along Old West Stables.

To see reviews and tourist information, read Amarillo itinerary planning app.

Fly from Dallas to Amarillo in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In November, Amarillo is a bit cooler than Dallas - with highs of 19°C and lows of 1°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Thu) so you can travel back home.