11 days in Southern California, Las Vegas & Seattle Itinerary

Surrounded by mountain ranges, forests, valleys, beaches, and deserts, the metropolitan area of Los Angeles is home to over 17 million people.

Universal CityWalk Hollywood has been added to your itinerary. On the 24th (Sat), stroll the grounds of Hollywood Forever Cemetery, look and learn at Griffith Observatory, appreciate the extensive heritage of Hollywood Walk of Fame, then examine the collection at The Getty Center, then take a leisurely stroll along Santa Monica Pier, and finally walk around Will Rogers Memorial Park.

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Nashville to Los Angeles is an approximately 7-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference moving from Central Standard Time (CST) to Pacific Standard Time (PST) is minus 2 hours. Expect somewhat warmer evenings in Los Angeles when traveling from Nashville in April, with lows around 56°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sun) so you can drive to San Diego.

Divided into neighborhoods with distinct characters and cultural heritages, San Diego sits just north of the Mexican border and offers visitors a blend of tourist attractions, including a lively nightlife, diverse cuisine, and a thriving musical scene.

Kick off your visit on the 25th (Sun): pause for some photo ops at Cabrillo National Monument and then learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at San Diego Zoo. Here are some ideas for day two: see the interesting displays at USS Midway Museum and then let the kids burn off some steam at Balboa Park.

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You can drive from Los Angeles to San Diego in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus; or fly. Expect a daytime high around 71°F in April, and nighttime lows around 58°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Mon) early enough to travel to 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 (Tue), shop like a local with The Strip, then admire the natural beauty at Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, then make a trip to Fountains of Bellagio, and finally take in panoramic vistas at Eiffel Tower Viewing Deck. On the 28th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the stunning scenery at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, then make a trip to Paris Las Vegas, then enjoy breathtaking views from High Roller, and finally explore the world behind art at Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art.

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Getting from San Diego to Las Vegas by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. When traveling from San Diego in April, plan for somewhat warmer days in Las Vegas, with highs around 80°F, while nights are about the same with lows around 57°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Wed) early enough to travel to Seattle.

Nicknamed the "Emerald City" because of its abundant evergreen trees, Seattle is the cultural and business center of the Pacific Northwest, as well as a popular holiday destination.

When in Seattle, make a side trip to see ILovekickboxing in Kirkland, approximately Kirkland away. There's still lots to do: admire the masterpieces at Chihuly Garden and Glass, see the interesting displays at The Museum of Flight, wander the streets of Pike Place Market, and meet the residents at Seattle Aquarium.

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Traveling by flight from Las Vegas to Seattle takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Prepare for little chillier weather when traveling from Las Vegas in April: high temperatures in Seattle hover around 61°F and lows are around 46°F. On the 3rd (Mon), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.