4 days in New York City, Connecticut & Boston Itinerary

Writer Pearl Buck once called New York City “a place apart,” and this giant urban center remains unlike any other in the world.

Kick off your visit on the 28th (Sun): race across the water with a speed boat tour, examine the collection at New York Public Library, and then don't miss a visit to 9/11 Memorial.

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Philadelphia to New York City is an approximately 2-hour train ride. You can also drive; or take a bus. In July, daily temperatures in New York City can reach 86°F, while at night they dip to 72°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Mystic.

A historical leading seaport, Mystic has maintained a strong respect for the past.

On the 29th (Mon), examine the collection at Mystic Seaport Museum, then immerse yourself in nature at Fort Trumbull State Park, and then stop by The Book Barn.

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Drive from New York City to Mystic in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of bus and flight. Traveling from New York City in July, expect Mystic to be slightly colder, temps between 80°F and 66°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Mon) early enough to take a train to Boston.

Rich in museums, restaurants, shops, and historical sites, Boston attracts over 16 million visitors each year. New England's largest and most influential city, Boston ranks among the world's major centers of education and culture.

Kick off your visit on the 30th (Tue): admire the masterpieces at Museum of Fine Arts, then get engrossed in the history at Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum, and then browse the different shops at Faneuil Hall Marketplace. Here are some ideas for day two: get engrossed in the history at USS Constitution Museum, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Old North Church & Historic Site, then wander the streets of North End, and finally wander the streets of Waterfront.

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You can take a train from Mystic to Boston in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In July, plan for daily highs up to 83°F, and evening lows to 67°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Wed) early enough to travel back home.