31 days in Texas Itinerary

Lubbock is a city in and the county seat of Lubbock County, Texas, United States. Discover out-of-the-way places like The Buddy Holly Center and Science Spectrum Museum. Get a sense of the local culture at National Ranching Heritage Center and Silent Wings Museum. Change things up with a short trip to Ruby Lane Books & Gallery in Post (about 42 minutes away). Next up on the itinerary: identify plant and animal life at Prairie Dog Town and test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.

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Rome, Italy to Lubbock is an approximately 18-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Rome to Lubbock is minus 7 hours. In August, daytime highs in Lubbock are 39°C, while nighttime lows are 22°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Thu) so you can catch the flight to South Padre Island.

A vibrant resort town, South Padre Island sits on a barrier island of the same name, located just off the Texas Gulf Coast.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Fishing Charters & Tours and Laguna Madre Nature Trail. Step out of the city life by going to Isla Blanca Park and Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park. Get out of town with these interesting South Padre Island side-trips: Gladys Porter Zoo (in Brownsville) and Iwo Jima Memorial & Museum (in Harlingen). Next up on the itinerary: enjoy the sea views from Port Isabel Lighthouse State Historic Site, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, don't miss a visit to Largest Outdoor Sandcastle in the USA, and trot along with a tour on horseback.

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You can fly from Lubbock to South Padre Island in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Traveling from Lubbock in August, plan for a bit warmer nights in South Padre Island, with lows around 30°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Mon) so you can catch the flight to Galveston.

An old colonial city and a busy cruise ship port less than an hour's drive from Houston, Galveston sits on Galveston Island and serves as a popular vacation destination for both domestic and international travelers.

Visit San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site and Bolivar Point Lighthouse for their historical value. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Galveston Historic Seaport - Home of the 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA and Galveston Railroad Museum. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Galveston: Spindletop - Gladys City Boomtown Museum (in Beaumont) and Kemah Boardwalk (in Kemah). There's much more to do: steep yourself in history at Moody Mansion, brush up on your military savvy at Galveston Naval Museum, cast your line with a fishing tour, and take in panoramic vistas at Galveston's 61st Street Fishing Pier.

To find ratings, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Galveston day trip website.

Getting from South Padre Island to Galveston by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. In August, daily temperatures in Galveston can reach 38°C, while at night they dip to 31°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Sun) to allow time to fly 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.

The Coming King Sculpture Prayer Gardens and Grape Creek Vineyards on Main are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Distillery Tours and Alexander Vineyards. When in Fredericksburg, make a side trip to see Longhorn Cavern State Park in Burnet, approximately Burnet away. The adventure continues: look for gifts at Luckenbach Texas General Store, contemplate the long history of Pioneer Museum, and learn about winemaking at Heath Sparkling Wines.

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Traveling by flight from Galveston to Fredericksburg takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Galveston in August, Fredericksburg is slightly colder at night with lows of 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Wed) to allow enough time 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.

Do some cultural sightseeing at Briscoe Western Art Museum and Gruene Historic District. The Guenther House Museum and Mission Concepcion will appeal to history buffs. Explore San Antonio's surroundings by going to Cave Without a Name (in Boerne), Frio Bat Flight Tours (in Concan) and New Braunfels (Comal River & Landa Park). There's still lots to do: explore the world behind art at San Antonio Museum of Art, examine the collection at San Antonio Fire Museum, and make a trip to Main Plaza.

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Drive from Fredericksburg to San Antonio in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer evenings in San Antonio when traveling from Fredericksburg in August, with lows around 28°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Sun) 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.

Museum-lovers will get to explore Blue Bell Creameries and Museum of The Weird. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Hamilton Pool Preserve and Inner Space Cavern. Change things up with these side-trips from Austin: San Marcos (San Marcos Premium Outlets & San Marcos River) and College Station (Room Escape Games & George Bush Presidential Library and Museum). Next up on the itinerary: appreciate the history behind Stevie Ray Vaughan Statue, identify plant and animal life at Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and wander the streets of South Congress Avenue.

For other places to visit, where to stay, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Austin trip itinerary planning site.

Getting from San Antonio to Austin by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus; or take a train. In August in Austin, expect temperatures between 43°C during the day and 28°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Fri) so you can drive 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 26th (Sat): learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Cameron Park Zoo, examine the collection at Waco Mammoth National Monument, and then stop by Spice Village. Keep things going the next day: pause for some photo ops at Branding the Brazos Sculpture, then see the interesting displays at Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum, then get curious at Mayborn Museum Complex, and finally snap pictures at Waco Suspension Bridge.

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You can drive from Austin to Waco in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 41°C in August, and nighttime lows around 27°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Fort Worth.

Advertising itself as the place where the American West begins, Fort Worth stubbornly clings to its cowboy roots, making it a distinctly different town from most other urban centers of its size.

Get some historical perspective at Top O'Hill Terrace and Sundance Square. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Dinosaur Valley State Park and Room Escape Games. Change things up with these side-trips from Fort Worth: John F. Kennedy Memorial Plaza (in Dallas) and Boat Tours & Water Sports (in Rockwall). And it doesn't end there: explore the world behind art at Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, appreciate the extensive heritage of Grapevine Historic Main Street District, and take in nature's colorful creations at Fort Worth Botanic Garden.

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You can drive from Waco to Fort Worth in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or do a combination of flight and train. Expect a daytime high around 42°C in August, and nighttime lows around 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Thu) to allow enough time to fly back home.