19 days in Minnesota & New York City Itinerary

Museum-lovers will get to explore Minneapolis Institute of Art and James J. Hill House. Do some cultural sightseeing at Summit Avenue and Mill City Museum. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Minneapolis: Chippewa Falls (Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company & Leinie Lodge) and Baker Park Reserve (in Maple Plain). The adventure continues: deepen your understanding at The Raptor Center, learn the secrets of beer at a beer tour and tasting, contemplate the waterfront views at Bde Maka Ska, and take in the dramatic scenery at Minnehaha Park.

To find where to stay, photos, maps, and tourist information, go to the Minneapolis travel route planning site.

Bangkok, Thailand to Minneapolis is an approximately 23-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Indochina Time (ICT) to Central Standard Time (CST) is minus 13 hours. In April, Minneapolis is cooler than Bangkok - with highs of 14°C and lows of 2°C. On the 28th (Fri), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly to New York City.

Relax by the water at Fire Island National Seashore and Ship Bottom Beach. Step out of the city life by going to Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge and Valley Forge National Historical Park. Get out of town with these interesting New York City side-trips: Edgar Felix Memorial Bikeway (in Manasquan), Bayard Cutting Arboretum (in Great River) and Philadelphia (Rittenhouse Square & Schuylkill River Trail). The adventure continues: explore the world behind art at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, steep yourself in history at Ellis Island, admire the landmark architecture of Empire State Building, and take in the pleasant sights at Central Park.

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You can fly from Minneapolis to New York City in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Minneapolis to New York City, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Minneapolis in April, things will get a bit warmer in New York City: highs are around 19°C and lows about 8°C. On the 9th (Tue), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.