1 day in Chicago, Nashville & Saint Louis Itinerary

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

To see where to stay, traveler tips, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Chicago journey planner.

If you are flying in from United Kingdom, the closest major aiports are Chicago Midway International Airport, Chicago O'Hare International Airport and Gary Chicago International Airport. In May, plan for daily highs up to 25°C, and evening lows to 13°C. On the 23rd (Tue), you'll travel to Nashville.

Known as the capital of country music, the thriving city of Nashville combines old-world southern charm with a progressive urban flair.

For photos, ratings, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Nashville itinerary builder tool.

You can fly from Chicago to Nashville in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from Chicago in May, with highs in Nashville at 31°C and lows at 17°C. You will leave for Saint Louis on the 23rd (Tue).

Test the local claim that Saint Louis is second only to Washington, D.C. in the number of free activities available by spending your holiday exploring the city's central neighborhoods, famous for their restored century-old red-brick buildings.

For traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Saint Louis road trip planner.

Getting from Nashville to Saint Louis by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 29°C in May, and nighttime lows around 16°C. On the 23rd (Tue), you'll travel back home.