14 days in Chicago, Omaha & Lincoln Itinerary

A huge and vibrant city, Chicago is home to top-notch theaters, shops, museums, galleries, and restaurants.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Chicago: South Bend (Grotto of Our Lady Lourdes, Basilica of the Sacred Heart, &more). Next up on the itinerary: explore the world behind art at The Art Institute of Chicago, take in panoramic vistas at 360 Chicago Observation Deck, take a leisurely stroll along Navy Pier, and admire the striking features of Frank Lloyd Wright's Robie House.

To find more things to do, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, read our Chicago planner.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam to Chicago is an approximately 22.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Ho Chi Minh City to Chicago is minus 13 hours. Expect cooler temperatures when traveling from Ho Chi Minh City in March; daily highs in Chicago reach 8°C and lows reach -1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Sun) to allow time to fly to Omaha.

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

Omaha is known for zoos & aquariums, shopping, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: try your luck at Horseshoe Council Bluffs, snap pictures at Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge, admire the natural beauty at Lauritzen Gardens Omaha's Botanical Center, and explore the world behind art at Joslyn Art Museum.

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Getting from Chicago to Omaha by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. When traveling from Chicago in March, plan for somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Omaha: temperatures range from 13°C by day to -1°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Wed) so you can drive to Lincoln.

Lincoln is the capital of the U.S. state of Nebraska and the county seat of Lancaster County. On the 30th (Thu), have fun and explore at Lincoln Children's Museum, then explore the world behind art at International Quilt Museum, then ponder the world of politics at Nebraska State Capitol, and finally look for gifts at Licorice International. Here are some ideas for day two: get a new perspective on nature at University of Nebraska State Museum, then see the interesting displays at Museum of American Speed, and then test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms.

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Getting from Omaha to Lincoln by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a train. In March in Lincoln, expect temperatures between 14°C during the day and -3°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sat) to allow enough time to fly back home.