12 days in Minneapolis, Omaha & Boulder Itinerary

Located on both banks of the Mississippi River, Minneapolis salutes the state's love of the outdoors with numerous lakes, wetlands, creeks, and waterfalls--many connected to one another by a national scenic byway great for sightseeing.

Start off your visit on the 31st (Thu): get to know the resident critters at Como Park Zoo & Conservatory, get in on the family fun at Cafesjian's Carousel, then admire the sheer force of Minnehaha Park, and finally admire the masterpieces at Minneapolis Institute of Art. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take an in-depth tour of Mill City Museum, then admire the natural beauty at Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, then test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, and finally stroll through Silverwood Park.

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Layton to Minneapolis is an approximately 18.5-hour car ride. The time zone difference when traveling from Layton to Minneapolis is 1 hour. Expect a bit cooler weather when traveling from Layton in August: highs in Minneapolis hover around 81°F, while lows dip to 64°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sat) so you can fly to Omaha.

A major transportation hub, Omaha was once considered little more than a stopping point on a pioneer's journey west.

Attractions like Henry Doorly Zoo and Museum of American Speed make great kid-friendly stops. Explore Omaha's surroundings by going to Lee G. Simmons Conservation Park and Wildlife Safari (in Ashland) and Lincoln (Sheldon Museum of Art, Sunken Gardens, &more). The adventure continues: get a taste of the local shopping with Old Market, get engrossed in the history at The Durham Museum, explore the world behind art at Joslyn Art Museum, and stop by Old Market Candy Shop.

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Traveling by flight from Minneapolis to Omaha takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Minneapolis in September: highs in Omaha hover around 81°F, while lows dip to 59°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Fri) so you can fly to Boulder.

Located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Boulder is a busy college town known for its progressive values and natural resource conservation.

Start off your visit on the 8th (Fri): indulge your thirst for a good beer at Avery Brewing Company.

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You can fly from Omaha to Boulder in 3.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of train and bus. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Omaha to Boulder due to the time zone difference. Expect slightly colder evenings in Boulder when traveling from Omaha in September, with lows around 52°F. On the 10th (Sun), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.