32 days in Texas Itinerary

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 trip includes some of its best attractions: Head underground at Natural Bridge Caverns, take in the pleasant sights at The San Antonio River Walk, stroll around Brackenridge Park, and cool off at Six Flags Fiesta Texas.

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Cairo, Egypt to San Antonio is an approximately 18.5-hour flight. You'll gain 8 hours traveling from Cairo to San Antonio due to the time zone difference. Expect a daytime high around 36°C in May, and nighttime lows around 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Sat) to allow time to 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.

Step out of Fredericksburg with an excursion to Kerrville River Trail in Kerrville--about 34 minutes away. There's still lots to do: learn about all things military at National Museum of the Pacific War, learn about winemaking at Grape Creek Vineyards, pause for some serene contemplation at St. Mary's Catholic Church, and brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Garrison Brothers Distillery.

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Traveling by car from San Antonio to Fredericksburg takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Prepare for little chillier weather when traveling from San Antonio in May: high temperatures in Fredericksburg hover around 32°C and lows are around 18°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Wed) 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 sightseeing, fun & games, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: ponder the world of politics at Texas State Capitol, stroll around Mount Bonnell, contemplate the waterfront views at Barton Springs Pool, and make a trip to Congress Avenue Bridge Bat Watching.

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Traveling by car from Fredericksburg to Austin takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a bus. In May, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 21°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Mon) so you can drive to Waco.

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

Kick off your visit on the 30th (Tue): see the interesting displays at Waco Mammoth National Monument, then examine the collection at Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum, and then look for gifts at Magnolia Market Silos. On the 31st (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: immerse yourself in nature at Mother Neff State Park, then get lost in a book at Armstrong Browning Library and Museum, then examine the collection at Dr Pepper Museum, and finally snap pictures at Waco Suspension Bridge.

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Drive from Austin to Waco in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In May in Waco, expect temperatures between 34°C during the day and 19°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Wed) 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 Texas Sculpture Garden (in Frisco), Immersive Gamebox - Grandscape, The Colony (in The Colony) and Fort Worth (Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District, Tandy Leather Museum & Gallery, &more). Next up on the itinerary: take in nature's colorful creations at Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, contemplate the long history of Top O'Hill Terrace, admire the masterpieces at Dallas Museum of Art, and examine the collection at The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza.

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Traveling by car from Waco to Dallas takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of flight and tram. In May, daytime highs in Dallas are 33°C, while nighttime lows are 21°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sun) so you can catch the flight to Amarillo.

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

Kick off your visit on the 5th (Mon): wander the wide-open spaces of Cowgirls and Cowboys in the West, see the interesting displays at Jack Sisemore Traveland RV Museum, and then make a trip to Cadillac Ranch.

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Getting from Dallas to Amarillo by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Dallas in June, Amarillo is little chillier at night with lows of 20°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Mon) early enough to 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.

On the 6th (Tue), see majestic marine mammals with a dolphin and whale watching tour, identify plant and animal life at Sea Turtle, Inc., then identify plant and animal life at South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center, and finally don't miss a visit to Largest Outdoor Sandcastle in the USA.

To find where to stay, maps, reviews, and tourist information, read South Padre Island sightseeing planning site.

You can fly from Amarillo to South Padre Island in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. When traveling from Amarillo in June, plan for little chillier days in South Padre Island, with highs around 34°C, while nights are a bit warmer with lows around 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Corpus Christi.

A gulf coast town with a semi-tropical climate, Corpus Christi serves as a getaway destination with a life of its own.

Kick off your visit on the 7th (Wed): head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Port Aransas Beach, and then take an in-depth tour of USS Lexington Museum. On the next day, explore the wealth of natural beauty at Padre Island National Seashore.

To see maps, reviews, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Corpus Christi trip planner.

You can drive from South Padre Island to Corpus Christi in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of shuttle, bus, and taxi; or do a combination of taxi and bus. While traveling from South Padre Island, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Corpus Christi, ranging from highs of 39°C to lows of 28°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Thu) 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.

Start off your visit on the 9th (Fri): stop by East End Historic District, take a stroll through The Strand, and then make a trip to Old City Cemetery. On your second day here, steep yourself in history at 1892 Bishop's Palace, then appreciate the extensive heritage of The Seawall, then don't miss a visit to 1880 Garten Verein, and finally admire the natural beauty at Moody Gardens.

To see where to stay, traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Galveston route planner.

You can fly from Corpus Christi to Galveston in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. While traveling from Corpus Christi, expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Galveston, ranging from highs of 36°C to lows of 30°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Sat) so you can go by car to Houston.

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: Blue Bell Creameries (in Brenham) and George Bush Presidential Library and Museum (in College Station). There's lots more to do: see the interesting displays at Space Center Houston, stroll the grounds of Glenwood Cemetery, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, and explore the world behind art at Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.

To see ratings, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Houston online road trip planner.

You can drive from Galveston to Houston in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In June, plan for daily highs up to 39°C, and evening lows to 28°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Wed) so you can catch the flight back home.