31 days in Midwest Itinerary

Munising is a city on the southern shore of Lake Superior on the Upper Peninsula of the U.S. state of Michigan. Lakenenland Sculpture Park and Alger County Heritage Center are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Explore hidden gems such as Presque Isle Park and Munising Falls. There's much more to do: explore the striking landscape at Miners Castle Rock, stop by Open Wings Pottery & Gallery, and take in the dramatic scenery at Wagner Falls.

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Rochester to Munising is an approximately 5.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train, bus, and car. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Rochester in July: high temperatures in Munising hover around 74°F and lows are around 56°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Mon) early enough to go by car to Mackinaw City.

Mackinaw City is a village in Emmet and Cheboygan counties in the U.S. state of Michigan. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Soo Locks and Whitefish Point Light. Museum-lovers will get to explore Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum and Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse. When in Mackinaw City, make a side trip to see Tower of History in Sault Ste. Marie, approximately Sault Ste. Marie away. Next up on the itinerary: snap pictures at Mackinac Bridge, get great views at Castle Rock, examine the collection at Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum Inc., and contemplate the long history of Historic Mill Creek Discovery Park.

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You can drive from Munising to Mackinaw City in 2.5 hours. Another option is to do a combination of taxi and bus. In July, plan for daily highs up to 73°F, and evening lows to 58°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) early enough to catch the ferry to Mackinac Island.

Mackinac Island is a city in Mackinac County in the U.S. state of Michigan. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Fort Mackinac and Fort Holmes. You'll explore and learn at The Richard and Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum and Liberty Lego Display. Next up on the itinerary: look for all kinds of wild species at The Original Mackinac Island Butterfly House & Insect World, take a pleasant ride with a tour on horseback, contemplate the long history of Biddle House, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at St Anne's Catholic Church.

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Ride a ferry from Mackinaw City to Mackinac Island in an hour. July in Mackinac Island sees daily highs of 73°F and lows of 58°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Mon) early enough to travel to Wisconsin Dells.

Named after a nearby scenic gorge famous for its steep sandstone formations, Wisconsin Dells features more than 20 water parks, making it one of the most popular vacation areas in this region.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Circus World and National Mustard Museum. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Original Wisconsin Ducks and Devil's Lake State Park. Take a break from Wisconsin Dells with a short trip to Cave of the Mounds in Blue Mounds, about 1h 5 min away. There's lots more to do: look for all kinds of wild species at Witches Gulch, go for a walk through Riverwalk, tee off at Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf, and make a splash at Wilderness Territory.

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Do a combination of ferry and flight from Mackinac Island to Wisconsin Dells in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry, bus, and train; or do a combination of ferry, bus, and train. The time zone difference when traveling from Mackinac Island to Wisconsin Dells is minus 1 hour. When traveling from Mackinac Island in July, plan for somewhat warmer days in Wisconsin Dells, with highs around 80°F, while nights are about the same with lows around 59°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) early enough to drive to Sturgeon Bay.

Sturgeon Bay is a city in and the county seat of Door County, Wisconsin, United States. You'll explore and learn at Door County Maritime Museum and Cappaert Contemporary Gallery. Discover out-of-the-way places like Peninsula State Park and Boat Tours & Water Sports. Get out of town with these interesting Sturgeon Bay side-trips: Cana Island Lighthouse (in Baileys Harbor) and Uncle Tom's Candy Store (in Ellison Bay). The adventure continues: experience rural life at The Farm and stroll around Cave Point County Park.

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Traveling by car from Wisconsin Dells to Sturgeon Bay takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train, bus, and taxi; or do a combination of train, bus, and car. In July, daily temperatures in Sturgeon Bay can reach 76°F, while at night they dip to 60°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Mon) so you can fly to Duluth.

Situated on the westernmost point of the Lake Superior, Duluth represents a booming port city.

Museum-lovers will appreciate Glensheen - The Historic Congdon Estate and Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Center. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Minnesota's North Shore Scenic Drive and Enger Park. There's lots more to do: examine the collection at S.S. William A. Irvin Ore Boat Museum, stroll around Canal Park, take in the views from Aerial Lift Bridge, and appreciate the extensive heritage of Lakewalk.

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Getting from Sturgeon Bay to Duluth by flight takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of car and bus. In July, daily temperatures in Duluth can reach 75°F, while at night they dip to 59°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Thu) so you can fly to Custer.

Generally considered to be the oldest town established by European Americans in the Black Hills, Custer began as a mining town.

Step off the beaten path and head to Sylvan Lake and Needles Eye Tunnel. Museum-lovers will appreciate The Mammoth Site of Hot Springs and National Presidential Wax Museum. Get out of town with these interesting Custer side-trips: Keystone (Rushmore Tramway Adventures, Big Thunder Gold Mine, &more). There's still lots to do: admire all the interesting features of Iron Mountain Road, take a memorable drive along Needles Highway, appreciate the history behind Bicycle Sculpture, and take a pleasant ride with a tour on horseback.

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Traveling by flight from Duluth to Custer takes 6 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time (CST) to Mountain Standard Time (MST), which is usually a -1 hour difference. Traveling from Duluth in July, Custer is a bit cooler at night with lows of 53°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Tue) so you can fly to Branson.

Nestled in Missouri's beautiful Ozark Mountains lies one of the country's most attractive vacation towns for year-round family entertainment.

Step off the beaten path and head to The Butterfly Palace and Runaway Mountain Coaster. World's Largest Toy Museum and Branson Dinosaur Museum are good opportunities to explore the local culture. And it doesn't end there: get in on the family fun at The Branson Coaster, identify plant and animal life at Shepherd of the Hills Fish Hatchery, kick back and relax at Moonshine Beach, and look for gifts at Dick's Oldtime 5 & 10.

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Fly from Custer to Branson in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. The time zone changes from Mountain Standard Time (MST) to Central Standard Time (CST), which is usually a 1 hour difference. In July, Branson is somewhat warmer than Custer - with highs of 87°F and lows of 68°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Mon) to allow enough time to fly back home.