20 days in Mid Atlantic Itinerary

Explore Philadelphia's surroundings by going to Paulsdale (in Mount Laurel), Cape May (Jersey Shore Alpacas & Boat Tours & Water Sports) and Longwood Gardens (in Kennett Square). Next up on the itinerary: walk around Wissahickon Valley Park, get a sense of history and politics at Independence Hall, admire the natural beauty at Chanticleer, and admire the masterpieces at Rodin Museum.

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Manchester, UK to Philadelphia is an approximately 11-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Greenwich Mean Time to Eastern Standard Time is minus 5 hours. In August, Philadelphia is somewhat warmer than Manchester - with highs of 34°C and lows of 24°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Thu) so you can go by car to Ronks.

Kick off your visit on the 16th (Fri): see the interesting displays at Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania, relax in the rural setting at Old Windmill Farm, then experience rural life at Cherry Crest Adventure Farm, and finally experience rural life at Lapp Valley Farm.

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Getting from Philadelphia to Ronks by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of train and taxi. Traveling from Philadelphia in August, expect slightly colder with lows of 19°C in Ronks. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Fri) so you can go by car to Gettysburg.

Start off your visit on the 17th (Sat): trot along with a tour on horseback, take in the history at Gettysburg National Military Park, and then stroll the grounds of Gettysburg National Cemetery.

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You can drive from Ronks to Gettysburg in 1.5 hours. Another option is to do a combination of taxi, train, and bus. In August, plan for daily highs up to 33°C, and evening lows to 20°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sat) so you can go by car to Washington DC.

Washington DC is known for sightseeing, museums, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: see the interesting displays at National Air and Space Museum, admire the masterpieces at National Gallery of Art, appreciate the history behind Washington Monument, and ponder the world of politics at White House.

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Drive from Gettysburg to Washington DC in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and train. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Washington DC when traveling from Gettysburg in August, with lows around 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Wed) to allow time to fly to Niagara Falls.

Niagara Falls is known for nature, casinos, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: Head underground at Cave of the Winds, take in the dramatic scenery at Niagara Falls, trek along Devil's Hole State Park, and examine the collection at Niagara Power Project Visitors Center.

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Traveling by flight from Washington DC to Niagara Falls takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Washington DC in August; daily highs in Niagara Falls reach 31°C and lows reach 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Sat) to allow time to fly to New York City.

New York City is known for sightseeing, museums, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: go for a walk through Central Park, get a new perspective on nature at American Museum of Natural History, make a trip to Statue of Liberty National Monument, and walk around The High Line.

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Traveling by flight from Niagara Falls to New York City takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Niagara Falls in August, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in New York City, with lows of 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Sat) early enough to fly back home.