9 days in United States Itinerary

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

Bring the kids along to Central Park and The Metropolitan Museum of Art. There's much more to do: take in panoramic vistas at Empire State Building, pause for some photo ops at 9/11 Memorial, make a trip to Statue of Liberty National Monument, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Patrick's Cathedral.

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San Juan, Puerto Rico to New York City is an approximately 7-hour combination of flight and bus. You can also fly; or do a combination of car, flight, and bus. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from San Juan to New York City due to the time zone difference. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from San Juan in June, with highs in New York City at 31°C and lows at 21°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Mon) so you can drive to Newport.

With coastline on the west, south, and east, Newport is a maritime city with a rich history.

On the 4th (Tue), get to know the fascinating history of Cliff Walk, then see the interesting displays at The Breakers, then cruise along Ocean Drive Historic District, and finally view the masterpieces at Thames Glass. On the 5th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: contemplate the long history of The Elms and then admire the landmark architecture of Marble House.

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Drive from New York City to Newport in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and flight; or take a bus. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from New York City in June, with highs in Newport at 26°C and lows at 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 5th (Wed) to allow time for the car ride to Plymouth.

Rightly calling itself "America's Hometown," Plymouth holds a prominent place in the nation's history and culture as the site of the first Puritan colony.

Start off your visit on the 5th (Wed): steep yourself in history at Mayflower II and then appreciate the history behind Plymouth Rock.

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Traveling by car from Newport to Plymouth takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In June, plan for daily highs up to 28°C, and evening lows to 15°C. You will have some time to spend on the 6th (Thu) before leaving for 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.

Start off your visit on the 6th (Thu): take in nature's colorful creations at Boston Public Garden and then admire all the interesting features of Fenway Park. Here are some ideas for day two: engage your brain at Museum of Science, explore the world behind art at Museum of Fine Arts, and then buy something for everyone on your list at Faneuil Hall Marketplace.

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Getting from Plymouth to Boston by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. In June, plan for daily highs up to 28°C, and evening lows to 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 8th (Sat) to allow time for the car ride to Salem.

Best known for its 1692 witch trials, Salem has a number of significant historical sites, a bustling downtown, and many witch-themed attractions.

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Salem is just a short distance from Boston. Expect a daytime high around 28°C in June, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to New York City.

Start off your visit on the 9th (Sun): don't miss a visit to Rockefeller Center and then get a new perspective on nature at American Museum of Natural History.

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You can drive from Salem to New York City in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and bus; or fly. Traveling from Salem in June, expect somewhat warmer with lows of 21°C in New York City. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sun) so you can travel back home.