30 days in Midwest Itinerary

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Minneapolis
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Ely
— 1 night
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Chicago
— 5 nights
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Springfield
— 2 nights
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Saint Louis
— 4 nights
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Branson
— 4 nights
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Kansas City
— 4 nights
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Indianapolis
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Cincinnati
— 3 nights
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Columbus
— 1 night
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Cleveland
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Minneapolis — 1 night

The City of Lakes

On the 31st (Fri), get to know the resident critters at Como Park Zoo & Conservatory, then test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, and then admire the masterpieces at Minneapolis Institute of Art. On your second day here, buy something for everyone on your list at Mall of America, then get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at SEA LIFE at Mall of America, and then browse the different shops at Rybicki Cheese.

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Boston to Minneapolis is an approximately 5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Boston to Minneapolis. Traveling from Boston in March, plan for a bit cooler nights in Minneapolis, with lows around 24°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to Ely.
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Ely — 1 night

On the 2nd (Sun), get a dose of the wild on White Wilderness Sled Dog Adventures and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Chilly Dogs Sled Dog Trips.

To see more things to do, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, read our Ely trip itinerary maker.

Traveling by flight from Minneapolis to Ely takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Traveling from Minneapolis in April, expect Ely to be little chillier, temps between 45°F and 23°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun) early enough to travel to Chicago.
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Chicago — 5 nights

Windy City

Chicago is known for sightseeing, museums, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the masterpieces at The Art Institute of Chicago, admire the landmark architecture of Skydeck Chicago - Willis Tower, try out the rides at Navy Pier, and get to know the resident critters at Lincoln Park Zoo.

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Do a combination of car and flight from Ely to Chicago in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Traveling from Ely in April, expect Chicago to be somewhat warmer, temps between 59°F and 40°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Springfield.
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Springfield — 2 nights

Flower City

Kick off your visit on the 8th (Sat): steep yourself in history at Dana-Thomas House, then contemplate the long history of Lincoln Home National Historic Site, and then look for all kinds of wild species at Lincoln Memorial Garden. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: let the kids burn off some steam at Washington Park, don't miss a visit to Lincoln Tomb & War Memorials, and then get your bearings at Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum.

To find other places to visit, ratings, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Springfield online route planner.

You can fly from Chicago to Springfield in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. While traveling from Chicago, expect a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Springfield, ranging from highs of 65°F to lows of 43°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sun) so you can drive to Saint Louis.
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Saint Louis — 4 nights

Gateway to the West

Explore Saint Louis' surroundings by going to Pinckney Bend Distillery (in New Haven) and America's National Churchill Museum (in Fulton). The adventure continues: take in panoramic vistas at The Gateway Arch, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Saint Louis Zoo, pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis, and take in nature's colorful creations at Missouri Botanical Garden.

To find reviews, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Saint Louis online vacation builder.

Getting from Springfield to Saint Louis by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a train. In April, daytime highs in Saint Louis are 67°F, while nighttime lows are 46°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Branson.
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Branson — 4 nights

Live Entertainment Capital of the World

Venture out of the city with trips to Springfield (Johnny Morris' Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium, NRA National Sporting Arms Museum, &more). Plan for a day of cool, family-friendly fun on the 14th (Fri) at Silver Dollar City. And it doesn't end there: explore the galleries of Titanic Museum, take an unforgettable tour with a helicopter tour, get in on the family fun at Runaway Mountain Coaster, and kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks.

To find ratings, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Branson trip planner.

Traveling by car from Saint Louis to Branson takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of flight and car. Expect a daytime high around 67°F in April, and nighttime lows around 47°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Mon) so you can drive to Kansas City.
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Kansas City — 4 nights

City of Fountains

Venture out of the city with trips to Topeka (Museum of History, Evel Knievel Museum, &more), Pirtle Winery (in Weston) and New Age Skincare Spa (in Excelsior Springs). There's still lots to do: test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, examine the collection at Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, explore the engaging exhibits at Kaleidoscope, and steep yourself in history at Union Station.

To see reviews, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Kansas City tour itinerary planning tool.

Getting from Branson to Kansas City by car takes about 4 hours. Other options: take a bus; or fly. April in Kansas City sees daily highs of 66°F and lows of 46°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Indianapolis.
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Indianapolis — 2 nights

Circle City

Start off your visit on the 22nd (Sat): admire the natural beauty at The Miller House and Garden, then brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Bear Wallow Distillery, and then indulge your thirst for a good beer at Urban Vines Winery & Brewery Co.. Keep things going the next day: meet the residents at Indianapolis Zoo, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, and then have fun and explore at Children's Museum of Indianapolis.

For traveler tips, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Indianapolis online trip maker.

Getting from Kansas City to Indianapolis by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference moving from Central Standard Time to Eastern Standard Time is 1 hour. April in Indianapolis sees daily highs of 64°F and lows of 43°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sun) to allow time to drive to Cincinnati.
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Cincinnati — 3 nights

The Queen of the West

Venture out of the city with trips to Dayton (Carillon Historical Park & National Museum of the US Air Force). And it doesn't end there: awaken your taste buds at Cincy Brew Bus, stroll around Smale Riverfront Park, try to win big at JACK Cincinnati Casino, and test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.

For other places to visit, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Cincinnati tour builder website.

Traveling by car from Indianapolis to Cincinnati takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In April, daily temperatures in Cincinnati can reach 66°F, while at night they dip to 43°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Wed) early enough to drive to Columbus.
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Columbus — 1 night

The Discovery City

On the 27th (Thu), see the interesting displays at Wagner-Hagans Auto Museum, then test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, then wander the streets of Easton Town Center, and finally take in nature's colorful creations at Inniswood Metro Gardens.

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Traveling by car from Cincinnati to Columbus takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In April, daytime highs in Columbus are 64°F, while nighttime lows are 43°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Thu) early enough to drive to Cleveland.
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Cleveland — 2 nights

Forest City

Kick off your visit on the 28th (Fri): see the interesting displays at Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, admire the masterpieces at The Cleveland Museum of Art, and then try your luck at JACK Cleveland Casino. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 29th (Sat): browse the eclectic array of goods at West Side Market, then walk around Rocky River Reservation, and then test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms.

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Getting from Columbus to Cleveland by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus; or fly. While traveling from Columbus, expect a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Cleveland, ranging from highs of 57°F to lows of 40°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sat) to allow time to fly back home.
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