12 day itinerary
United States South
Personalized with:Include parks and green spacesExclude museumsInclude musicAvoid too many hours in the car
Itinerary
A 12-day adventure through the Southern United States sounds like a fantastic way to soak in the culture, music, and natural beauty of the region. Let’s create an itinerary that balances parks, music, and relaxation without spending too much time on the road. Here we go!
Day 1: Arrival in Nashville, Tennessee
- Morning: Arrive in Nashville. Check into your hotel and freshen up.
- Afternoon: Head to to stroll through the beautiful gardens and see the Parthenon replica.
- Evening: Enjoy live music at or on Broadway. Grab some Southern comfort food for dinner!
Day 2: Nashville
- Morning: Visit for a peaceful hike and some wildlife spotting.
- Afternoon: Explore and check out the historic recording studios.
- Evening: Catch a show at the or visit for a classic music experience.
Day 3: Nashville to Memphis (Approx. 3 hours)
- Morning: Depart for Memphis. Stop at for a quick tour of this iconic print shop.
- Afternoon: Arrive in Memphis and head to for biking or paddle boating.
- Evening: Enjoy dinner at and soak in the live blues music at one of the many bars.
Day 4: Memphis
- Morning: Visit for stunning views of the Mississippi River.
- Afternoon: Explore , which has beautiful green spaces and trails.
- Evening: Experience the vibrant music scene at .
Day 5: Memphis to New Orleans (Approx. 6 hours)
- Morning: Depart early for New Orleans. Enjoy the scenic drive.
- Afternoon: Arrive in New Orleans and check into your hotel. Head to to explore the beautiful gardens and oak trees.
- Evening: Enjoy dinner in the French Quarter and listen to some jazz at .
Day 6: New Orleans
- Morning: Take a stroll through the and admire the historic mansions.
- Afternoon: Visit for a leisurely walk or a picnic.
- Evening: Experience the lively atmosphere of for more live music.
Day 7: New Orleans to Baton Rouge (Approx. 1.5 hours)
- Morning: Depart for Baton Rouge. Stop at for a nature walk.
- Afternoon: Explore and enjoy the views of the Mississippi River.
- Evening: Check out some local music at .
Day 8: Baton Rouge to Lafayette (Approx. 1 hour)
- Morning: Head to Lafayette. Visit for a scenic boat tour and birdwatching.
- Afternoon: Explore Lafayette’s parks, like , and enjoy the local flora.
- Evening: Dive into Cajun culture with live music and dancing at .
Day 9: Lafayette to Austin, Texas (Approx. 3.5 hours)
- Morning: Depart for Austin. Arrive and check into your hotel.
- Afternoon: Visit and take a dip in .
- Evening: Enjoy the live music scene on .
Day 10: Austin
- Morning: Explore with a kayak or paddleboard rental.
- Afternoon: Visit for a stunning view of the city.
- Evening: Catch a show at for some classic Austin vibes.
Day 11: Austin to San Antonio (Approx. 1.5 hours)
- Morning: Depart for San Antonio. Visit the .
- Afternoon: Stroll along the and enjoy the lush surroundings.
- Evening: Experience live mariachi music at a local restaurant.
Day 12: San Antonio
- Morning: Visit and the .
- Afternoon: Relax and enjoy your last day in the city, perhaps with a leisurely lunch along the .
- Evening: Head to a local venue for one last night of music before your departure.
Departure
- Depending on your flight schedule, you can squeeze in a final stroll along the or a visit to a local café for some breakfast before heading home.
This itinerary gives you a great mix of parks, music, and Southern charm while keeping travel times manageable. Enjoy your trip! 🌳🎶✨