4 days in Chicago & Las Vegas Itinerary

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

On the 26th (Fri), admire the masterpieces at The Art Institute of Chicago, get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Shedd Aquarium, and then find something for the whole family at Fox in a Box Chicago.

To find traveler tips, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, use the Chicago driving holiday planner.

New York City to Chicago is an approximately 4-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from New York City to Chicago. In February, Chicago is a bit cooler than New York City - with highs of 36°F and lows of 20°F. You will have some time to spend on the 27th (Sat) before leaving for Las Vegas.

Nicknamed the "Entertainment Capital of the World," Las Vegas sits in the middle of a desert in the southern section of Nevada.

On the 27th (Sat), make a trip to Fountains of Bellagio. Here are some ideas for day two: see the interesting displays at The Mob Museum, admire the natural beauty at Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, and then explore the stunning scenery at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area.

For maps, ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Las Vegas road trip tool.

You can fly from Chicago to Las Vegas in 5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 2 hours traveling from Chicago to Las Vegas. Prepare for much warmer weather when traveling from Chicago in February: high temperatures in Las Vegas hover around 65°F and lows are around 45°F. You'll have a few hours on the 1st (Mon) to wrap things up before traveling home.