60 days in United States Itinerary

Writer Pearl Buck once called New York City “a place apart,” and this giant urban center remains unlike any other in the world.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) and New York Public Library. Popular historic sites such as 9/11 Memorial and St. Patrick's Cathedral are in your itinerary. There's still lots to do: make a trip to The Metropolitan Museum of Art, pause for some photo ops at Statue of Liberty National Monument, take in the views from Brooklyn Bridge, and get a new perspective on nature at American Museum of Natural History.

To see other places to visit, traveler tips, ratings, and other tourist information, read our New York City attractions planner.

Paris, France to New York City is an approximately 11.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Eastern Standard Time (EST), which is usually a -6 hour difference. Traveling from Paris in February, plan for a bit cooler nights in New York City, with lows around -1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Thu) so you can fly to Savannah.

Georgia's oldest city, Savannah displays its colonial history proudly on every corner.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Bonaventure Cemetery and Fort Pulaski National Monument. Get outdoors at Coligny Beach and Sea Pines Forest Preserve. Explore Savannah's surroundings by going to Spas (in Hilton Head) and Tybee Island Light Station And Museum (in Tybee Island). Next up on the itinerary: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Congregation Mickve Israel, make a trip to Historic River Street, see majestic marine mammals with a dolphin and whale watching tour, and stroll around Forsyth Park.

To find reviews, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, use the Savannah day trip planner.

Getting from New York City to Savannah by flight takes about 4 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from New York City in February; daily highs in Savannah reach 22°C and lows reach 8°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Sun) early enough to go by car to St. Augustine.

St. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to St. Augustine Distillery and St. Augustine Beach. Visiting St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park and Fort Matanzas National Monument will get you outdoors. Get out of town with these interesting St. Augustine side-trips: Fort Clinch State Park (in Fernandina Beach) and Georgia Sea Turtle Center (in Jekyll Island). And it doesn't end there: get engrossed in the history at St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum, Inc., head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, take in the spiritual surroundings of Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine, and don't miss a visit to St. George Street.

To find more things to do, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our St. Augustine road trip site.

You can drive from Savannah to St. Augustine in 3.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Savannah in March since evenings lows in St. Augustine dip to 14°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Fri) so you can go by car to Sarasota.

Sarasota is a city in Sarasota County on the southwestern coast of the U.S. state of Florida. Visiting Siesta Beach and Fishing Charters & Tours will get you outdoors. Discover out-of-the-way places like The Dali Museum and The Ringling. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Sarasota: Treasure Island Beach (in Treasure Island), Fishermen's Village (in Punta Gorda) and St. Petersburg (Duncan McClellan Gallery & Imagine Museum). And it doesn't end there: identify plant and animal life at Tampa Electric's Manatee Viewing Center, appreciate the extensive heritage of Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, and kick back and relax at St. Pete Beach.

To see other places to visit, maps, reviews, and tourist information, read Sarasota holiday planner.

Traveling by car from St. Augustine to Sarasota takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. When traveling from St. Augustine in March, plan for somewhat warmer days in Sarasota, with highs around 29°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Tue) early enough to fly to Key West.

Located just 140 km (90 mi) from Cuba, Key West is an island only about 6.4 km (4 mi) long and 1.6 km (1 mi) wide.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Fort Zachary Taylor and Dry Tortugas National Park. Visit Truman Little White House and Key West Cemetery for their historical value. There's still lots to do: take an in-depth tour of U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Ingham Maritime Museum, go for a walk through Key West Garden Club, examine the collection at Mel Fisher Maritime Heritage Museum, and enjoy the sea views from Key West Lighthouse and Keeper's Quarters Museum.

To find reviews, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Key West road trip planning tool.

Fly from Sarasota to Key West in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus, taxi, and ferry. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from Sarasota in March since evenings lows in Key West dip to 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Mon) early enough to drive to Marathon.

A tiny city just 16 km (10 mi) long, Marathon is spread across several islands in the middle of the Florida Keys.

Escape the urban bustle at Scuba & Snorkeling and The Turtle Hospital. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Bahia Honda State Park and Sombrero Beach. Get out of town with these interesting Marathon side-trips: Key Largo (Capt. Sterling's Everglades Eco-Tours & John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park) and Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center (in Tavernier). Next up on the itinerary: identify plant and animal life at Dolphin Research Center, see the interesting displays at Crane Point Museum & Nature Center, take in the views from Seven Mile Bridge, and kick back and relax at Sunset Park Beach.

For maps, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Marathon vacation planner.

Traveling by car from Key West to Marathon takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In March, daily temperatures in Marathon can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 24°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Fri) so you can go by car to Miami Beach.

Separated by water from the neighboring city of Miami, Miami Beach sits on a barrier island between Biscayne Bay and the Atlantic Ocean.

You'll get in some beach time at Fort Lauderdale Beach and Miami Beach & Boardwalk. Wynwood Walls and Bonnet House Museum and Gardens will appeal to museum buffs. Get out of town with these interesting Miami Beach side-trips: Everglades National Park (Shark Valley Visitor Center, Nike Missile Site HM-69, &more), Hollywood Beach (in Hollywood) and Speed Boats Tours (in Everglades City). Next up on the itinerary: kick back and relax at Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park, see the interesting displays at Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, get to know the fascinating history of Lincoln Road, and take a stroll through Art Deco Historic District.

For traveler tips, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Miami Beach trip builder.

You can drive from Marathon to Miami Beach in 3 hours. Other options are to do a combination of bus and flight; or take a bus. March in Miami Beach sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 21°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Wed) to allow time to fly to New Orleans.

Known for its Creole cuisine, rich musical tradition, and nearby swamps and plantations, New Orleans is one of the nation's oldest cities.

Laura: Louisiana's Creole Heritage Site and Blaine Kern's Mardi Gras World will appeal to museum buffs. Get some cultural insight at St. Louis Cathedral and Oak Alley Plantation. The adventure continues: get to know the fascinating history of Garden District, witness the site of a historic battle at Chalmette National Historical Park, see the interesting displays at Backstreet Cultural Museum, and make a trip to French Quarter.

For maps, traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read New Orleans trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Miami Beach to New Orleans takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Miami Beach to New Orleans is minus 1 hour. While traveling from Miami Beach, expect cooler days and about the same nights in New Orleans, ranging from highs of 19°C to lows of 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Mon) to allow time to fly to Kailua-Kona.

Thanks to its favorable location near a mountain range blocking the northeasterly trade winds, Kailua-Kona gets little rainfall, allowing adventure seekers and nature lovers a chance to enjoy over 300 days of sunshine each year.

Step off the beaten path and head to Hawaii Tropical Bioreserve and Garden and Papakōlea Green Sand Beach. Get outdoors at Fishing Charters & Tours and Pu'uhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park. Get out of town with these interesting Kailua-Kona side-trips: Punalu‘U Beach (in Pahala), Puukohola National Historic Park (in Kawaihae) and Hilo (Rainbow Falls, Akaka Falls State Park, &more). There's still lots to do: appreciate the extensive heritage of Waipio Valley, take a memorable drive along Saddle Road, kick back and relax at Manini'owali Beach (Kua Bay), and immerse yourself in nature at Hapuna Beach State Recreation Area.

For more things to do, ratings, and tourist information, read Kailua-Kona attractions planner.

Getting from New Orleans to Kailua-Kona by flight takes about 12 hours. Traveling from New Orleans to Kailua-Kona, you'll gain 4 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from New Orleans in April, you will find days in Kailua-Kona are a bit warmer (33°C), and nights are about the same (26°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Sun) early enough to fly to Kihei.

Stretching over 9.7 km (6 mi) of pristine south Maui coastline, Kihei is the island's driest and sunniest region, making it a perfect location for water activities and beach leisure.

Get in touch with nature at Haleakala Crater and Napili Beach. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Scuba & Snorkeling and Wailea Beach. Explore Kihei's surroundings by going to Kapalua Beach (in Kapalua), Ho'okipa Beach Park (in Paia) and Lahaina (Lahaina Banyan Court, Lahaina Harbor, &more). There's still lots to do: kick back and relax at Kamaole Beach Park III, tour the pleasant surroundings at Makena Beach, sample the fine beverages at Ocean Vodka Organic Farm and Distillery, and indulge your thirst for a good beer at Maui Brewing Company.

For reviews, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, read our Kihei online tour itinerary planner.

Fly from Kailua-Kona to Kihei in 2.5 hours. In April, daily temperatures in Kihei can reach 34°C, while at night they dip to 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Sat) early enough to fly to Koloa.

Kōloa is an unincorporated census-designated place (CDP) in Kauai County, Hawaii, United States. Visiting Waimea Canyon State Park and Kalalau Trail will get you outdoors. Visit Poipu Beach Park and Hanalei Beach for some beach relaxation. Get out of town with these interesting Koloa side-trips: Polihale State Park (in Waimea), Na Pali Coast State Park (in Wainiha) and Kapaa (Kayaking & Canoeing & Kauai Path). Next up on the itinerary: admire the sheer force of Wailua Falls, get a dose of the wild on Kauai Safaris, take in the dramatic natural features at Spouting Horn, and hike along Maha'ulepu Heritage Trail.

To find reviews, ratings, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Koloa trip itinerary builder app.

Traveling by flight from Kihei to Koloa takes 2.5 hours. When traveling from Kihei in April, plan for little chillier days in Koloa, with highs around 31°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 24°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Thu) so you can catch the flight to Honolulu.

In many ways much more Asian than American, Honolulu is Hawaii's largest city and its center of government, transportation, commerce, and tourism.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Battleship Missouri Memorial and Kailua Beach Park. You'll enjoy a bit of beach vacationing at Lanikai Beach and Kapiolani Regional Park. Get out of town with these interesting Honolulu side-trips: Turtle Bay Beach (in Kahuku) and Haleiwa (Shark Diving & Sunset Beach Park). The adventure continues: appreciate the extensive heritage of Makapuu Lighthouse Trail, examine the collection at Bishop Museum, contemplate the long history of Iolani Palace, and take in the pleasant sights at Diamond Head State Monument.

To find traveler tips, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, use the Honolulu trip itinerary planner.

You can fly from Koloa to Honolulu in 2.5 hours. April in Honolulu sees daily highs of 33°C and lows of 25°C at night. On the 24th (Wed), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.