60 days in Continental USA Itinerary

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New York City
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Scranton
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Tunkhannock
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Buffalo
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Niagara Falls
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Cleveland
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Detroit
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Kalamazoo
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Chicago
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Milwaukee
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Naperville
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Normal
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Springfield
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Saint Louis
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Paducah
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Nashville
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Birmingham
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Memphis
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Greenville
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Vicksburg
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Natchez
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Baton Rouge
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Slidell
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New Orleans
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New Iberia
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Lafayette
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Houston
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New York City — 1 night

Big Apple

Start off your visit on the 23rd (Sun): steep yourself in history at World Trade Center Memorial Foundation, steep yourself in history at 9/11 Memorial, then explore the world behind art at The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), and finally get to know the fascinating history of Brooklyn Heights Promenade. On the next day, see the interesting displays at New York Public Library, pause for some serene contemplation at St. Patrick's Cathedral, and then stop by Greenwich Village.

For maps, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the New York City driving holiday planner.

Paris, France to New York City is an approximately 11.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 6 hours traveling from Paris to New York City. In April, daytime highs in New York City are 19°C, while nighttime lows are 8°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Mon) early enough to drive to Scranton.
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Scranton — 1 night

Your day by day itinerary now includes The Electric City Trolley Station and Museum, Steamtown National Historic Site and Lackawanna County Courthouse Square. On the 24th (Mon), take a memorable ride with Steamtown National Historic Site, then see the interesting displays at The Electric City Trolley Station and Museum, and then admire the striking features of Lackawanna County Courthouse Square.

For reviews, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Scranton travel route builder tool.

Traveling by car from New York City to Scranton takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from New York City in April, expect little chillier with lows of 3°C in Scranton. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Tue) so you can go by car to Tunkhannock.
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Tunkhannock — 1 day

Start off your visit on the 25th (Tue): play a few rounds at Stone Hedge Golf Club, stroll around Lazy Brook Park, and then learn about winemaking at Nimble Hill Vineyard & Winery.

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Getting from Scranton to Tunkhannock by car takes about an hour. Other options: drive. April in Tunkhannock sees daily highs of 18°C and lows of 3°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Tue) to allow time to travel to Buffalo.
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Buffalo — 2 nights

Queen City

On the 26th (Wed), take in the spiritual surroundings of St Joseph's Cathedral, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Our Lady of Victory National Shrine & Basilica, then walk around Patriots and Heroes Park, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Saints Peter & Paul Church. Keep things going the next day: admire the landmark architecture of Richardson Olmsted Campus, then admire the masterpieces at Burchfield Penney Art Center, then wander the streets of North Buffalo, and finally relax and rejuvenate at The Woodhouse Day Spa.

To find photos, reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Buffalo visit planner.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Tunkhannock to Buffalo. While traveling from Tunkhannock, expect little chillier days and about the same nights in Buffalo, ranging from highs of 15°C to lows of 2°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Niagara Falls.
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Niagara Falls — 2 nights

Honeymoon Capital of the World

Kick off your visit on the 28th (Fri): explore the different monuments and memorials at Oakwood Cemetery, then take an in-depth tour of Niagara Falls Underground Railroad Heritage Center, then trek along Niagara Wine Trail USA, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at St. Mary of the Cataract R. C. Parish. On the next day, indulge in some personalized pampering at Soma Cura Wellness Center, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at First Presbyterian Church, then learn about winemaking at Chateau Niagara Winery, and finally do a tasting at A Gust of Sun Winery & Vineyard.

To find photos, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Niagara Falls trip planner.

Niagara Falls is very close to Buffalo. In April in Niagara Falls, expect temperatures between 15°C during the day and 1°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sat) so you can drive to Cleveland.
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Cleveland — 2 nights

Forest City

Start off your visit on the 30th (Sun): get engrossed in the history at Western Reserve Historical Society, steep yourself in history at Wade Memorial Chapel, then take an in-depth tour of Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage, then see the interesting displays at International Women's Air & Space Museum, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at St John's Cathedral. On the next day, examine the collection at Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland: Learning Center and Money Museum, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Our Lady of Lourdes Shrine, and then explore the historical opulence of Squire's Castle.

For more things to do, ratings, maps, and other tourist information, read our Cleveland trip planner.

Getting from Niagara Falls to Cleveland by car takes about 4 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In April, plan for daily highs up to 16°C, and evening lows to 5°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Mon) so you can catch the flight to Detroit.
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Detroit — 4 nights

The Motor City

Visit Greenfield Village and Old St. Mary's Church for their historical value. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Detroit Institute of Arts and Motown Museum. Explore Detroit's surroundings by going to Perrysburg (Fort Meigs Ohio's War of 1812 Battlefield & The 577 Foundation) and Snook's Dream Cars (in Bowling Green). The adventure continues: get engrossed in the history at Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, stop by Mexicantown, wander the streets of Campus Martius Park, and take in nature's colorful creations at Edsel & Eleanor Ford House.

For other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, use the Detroit trip app.

Traveling by car from Cleveland to Detroit takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or take a bus. In May in Detroit, expect temperatures between 25°C during the day and 12°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Fri) so you can go by car to Kalamazoo.
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Kalamazoo — 1 night

For maps, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Kalamazoo visit app.

Drive from Detroit to Kalamazoo in 2.5 hours. In May, plan for daily highs up to 25°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sat) so you can go by car to Chicago.
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Chicago — 5 nights

Windy City

Discover out-of-the-way places like Chicago Riverwalk and The Loop. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio and Holy Name Cathedral. Next up on the itinerary: admire the masterpieces at The Art Institute of Chicago, admire the local landmark of Buckingham Fountain, explore the landscape on two wheels at Lakefront Trail, and contemplate the waterfront views at Chicago River.

To find traveler tips and other tourist information, you can read our Chicago trip itinerary builder site.

Drive from Kalamazoo to Chicago in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Kalamazoo to Chicago. In May in Chicago, expect temperatures between 25°C during the day and 13°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Milwaukee.
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Milwaukee — 3 nights

Brew City

Discover out-of-the-way places like Milwaukee Art Museum and Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church. Your inner history buff will appreciate Old World Wisconsin and Best Place at the Historic Pabst Brewery. When in Milwaukee, make a side trip to see Ten Chimneys in Genesee Depot, approximately Genesee Depot away. There's much more to do: get engrossed in the history at Mitchell Gallery of Flight, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Stanislaus Oratory, take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Joan of Arc Chapel, and visit a coastal fixture at North Point Lighthouse.

To see where to stay, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, read our Milwaukee attractions planning website.

You can drive from Chicago to Milwaukee in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. Traveling from Chicago in May, things will get a bit cooler in Milwaukee: highs are around 22°C and lows about 9°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Sun) so you can go by car to Naperville.
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Naperville

To find other places to visit, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Naperville route planning tool.

Getting from Milwaukee to Naperville by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. In May, daily temperatures in Naperville can reach 25°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. You'll set off for Normal on the 14th (Sun).
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Normal — 2 nights

On the 15th (Mon), admire the masterpieces at University Galleries of Illinois State University, then stroll the grounds of Evergreen Memorial Cemetery, then look for gifts at BEER NUTS Brand Snacks, and finally explore the different monuments and memorials at Funks Grove Church & Chapel in the Trees. Keep things going the next day: make a trip to Route 66 Shield Mural, examine the collection at Museum of the Gilding Arts, and then examine the collection at International Wall Dog Mural and Sign Art Museum.

For photos, maps, ratings, and more tourist information, read Normal trip itinerary maker app.

Explore your travel options from Naperville to Normal with the Route module. May in Normal sees daily highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Springfield.
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Springfield — 2 nights

Flower City

Kick off your visit on the 16th (Tue): walk around Sugar Creek Covered Bridge. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 17th (Wed): ponder the world of politics at Old State Capitol, then get engrossed in the history at The Lincoln Home Visitor Center, then steep yourself in history at Dana-Thomas House, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception.

To see maps, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Springfield trip itinerary maker tool.

Drive from Normal to Springfield in 1.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 28°C in May, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Saint Louis.
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Saint Louis — 3 nights

Gateway to the West

Your inner history buff will appreciate Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis and Campbell House Museum. Explore hidden gems such as Jefferson Barracks Historic Park and First Missouri State Capitol State Historic Site. And it doesn't end there: take a stroll through Lafayette Square, take an in-depth tour of St. Louis Kaplan Feldman Holocaust Museum, see the interesting displays at Cardinals Hall of Fame and Museum, and stroll the grounds of Bellefontaine Cemetery.

For reviews, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, use the Saint Louis journey builder.

Traveling by car from Springfield to Saint Louis takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. In May, daily temperatures in Saint Louis can reach 29°C, while at night they dip to 16°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Sun) so you can fly to Paducah.
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Paducah — 2 nights

Start off your visit on the 22nd (Mon): take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church, stop by LowerTown Arts District, then examine the collection at Paducah Distilled Spirits, and finally steep yourself in history at William Clark Market House Museum. On the 23rd (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: have fun and explore at River Discovery Center, take an in-depth tour of Lloyd Tilghman House and Civil War Museum, then take in nature's colorful creations at Apple Valley Hillbilly Garden and Toyland, and finally sample the fine beverages at The Moonshine Company.

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Traveling by flight from Saint Louis to Paducah takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In May in Paducah, expect temperatures between 30°C during the day and 16°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Tue) to allow time to drive to Nashville.
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Nashville — 4 nights

Music City U.S.A.

Get some cultural insight at The Johnny Cash Museum & Cafe and Belmont Mansion. Popular historic sites such as Carter House and Natchez Trace Parkway are in your itinerary. Venture out of the city with trips to Murfreesboro (Cannonsburgh Village & Stones River National Battlefield) and McGavock Confederate Cemetery (in Franklin). There's much more to do: get engrossed in the history at Cooter’s Museum and Store Nashville, examine the collection at Patsy Cline Museum, and stroll through Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park.

To see maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Nashville trip planner.

You can drive from Paducah to Nashville in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In May, plan for daily highs up to 31°C, and evening lows to 17°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Birmingham.
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Birmingham — 3 nights

Magic City

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Birmingham Civil Rights Institute and Negro Southern League Museum. Step off the beaten path and head to Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament and The Cathedral of St. Paul. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Birmingham: International Motorsports Hall of Fame (in Talladega) and Berman Museum (in Anniston). There's lots more to do: get to know the fascinating history of Civil Rights District, stroll around Linn Park, see the interesting displays at Alabama Sports Hall of Fame and Museum, and contemplate the long history of Rickwood Field Park.

To find ratings, photos, maps, and more tourist information, use the Birmingham trip app.

Traveling by car from Nashville to Birmingham takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or fly. In May, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 18°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 30th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Memphis.
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Memphis — 4 nights

Birthplace of Rock 'n' Roll

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel and Beale Street. Get a sense of the local culture at The Peabody Ducks and Sun Studio. And it doesn't end there: see the interesting displays at Stax Museum of American Soul Music, stroll the grounds of Elmwood Cemetery, steep yourself in history at Slave Haven / Burkle Estate Museum, and learn the secrets of beer at Tastin' 'Round Town.

To see maps, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Memphis online tour planner.

Traveling by car from Birmingham to Memphis takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. In May, daily temperatures in Memphis can reach 31°C, while at night they dip to 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Sat) to allow time to drive to Greenville.
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Greenville — 1 night

Start off your visit on the 3rd (Sat): get a sense of history and politics at Washington County Courthouse, contemplate the long history of Winterville Mounds, then get engrossed in the history at Jim Henson Exhibit, and finally admire the striking features of The Belmont 1857.

For photos, maps, and more tourist information, read our Greenville itinerary builder website.

Traveling by car from Memphis to Greenville takes 3 hours. In June, daytime highs in Greenville are 38°C, while nighttime lows are 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Vicksburg.
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Vicksburg

To see ratings, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, use the Vicksburg online tour builder.

Traveling by car from Greenville to Vicksburg takes 2 hours. Expect a daytime high around 36°C in June, and nighttime lows around 24°C. You'll set off for Natchez on the 4th (Sun).
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Natchez — 3 nights

Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Longwood and Stanton Hall. You'll discover tucked-away gems like St. Mary Basilica and Rosalie Mansion.

To see more things to do, ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Natchez travel planning tool.

Traveling by car from Vicksburg to Natchez takes 1.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 36°C in June, and nighttime lows around 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Baton Rouge.
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Baton Rouge — 2 nights

Here are some ideas for day two: contemplate the long history of Magnolia Mound Plantation, then contemplate the long history of Rosedown Plantation State Historic Site, and then pause for some serene contemplation at Grace Church of West Feliciana Parish.

To find where to stay, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Baton Rouge trip planner.

Drive from Natchez to Baton Rouge in 2 hours. In June, daily temperatures in Baton Rouge can reach 38°C, while at night they dip to 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Fri) so you can drive to Slidell.
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Slidell — 3 nights

On your second day here, steep yourself in history at Olde Towne Slidell Main Street, explore the landscape on two wheels at Tammany Trace, then identify plant and animal life at Bogue Chitto National Wildlife Refuge, and finally trek along Camp Salmen Nature Park.

To see ratings, photos, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Slidell day trip planning website.

Traveling by car from Baton Rouge to Slidell takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In June in Slidell, expect temperatures between 37°C during the day and 26°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Mon) early enough to drive to New Orleans.
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New Orleans — 2 nights

The Big Easy

On the 12th (Mon), admire the masterpieces at The Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden at NOMA, then examine the collection at Whitney Plantation, then admire the striking features of Destrehan Plantation, and finally stroll the grounds of Lake Lawn Metairie. On your second day here, see the interesting displays at New Orleans Pharmacy Museum, get to know the fascinating history of Jackson Square, then pause for some serene contemplation at St. Louis Cathedral, then brush up on your military savvy at Memorial Hall Confederate Civil War Museum, and finally get to know the fascinating history of Garden District.

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You can drive from Slidell to New Orleans in an hour. Other options are to drive; or take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Slidell in June, you will find days in New Orleans are slightly colder (33°C), and nights are a bit warmer (33°C). Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 14th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to New Iberia.
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New Iberia — 1 night

On the 14th (Wed), take an in-depth tour of Acadian Memorial and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Church of St Martin de Tours.

To find maps, ratings, reviews, and tourist information, go to the New Iberia route maker app.

Drive from New Orleans to New Iberia in 2.5 hours. Traveling from New Orleans in June, you will find days in New Iberia are somewhat warmer (38°C), and nights are little chillier (27°C). Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 15th (Thu) to allow time for the car ride to Lafayette.
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Lafayette — 2 nights

On the 16th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: contemplate the long history of Alexandre Mouton House, then pause for some photo ops at Urns of Justice, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at St Charles Borromeo Church, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at St. Landry Catholic Church.

To see reviews, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Lafayette trip planner.

You can drive from New Iberia to Lafayette in an hour. In June, daily temperatures in Lafayette can reach 38°C, while at night they dip to 26°C. On the 17th (Sat), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Houston.
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Houston — 3 nights

Bayou City

On the 17th (Sat), admire the masterpieces at Museum of Fine Arts, Houston. Keep things going the next day: see the interesting displays at Battleship Texas State Historic Site, contemplate the long history of San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site, then get curious at Cockrell Butterfly Center, and finally steep yourself in history at Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern.

To find traveler tips, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Houston day trip planning site.

You can drive from Lafayette to Houston in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or take a bus. June in Houston sees daily highs of 39°C and lows of 28°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Tue) so you can fly back home.
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