10 days in Boston, Buffalo & Philadelphia Itinerary

Rich in museums, restaurants, shops, and historical sites, Boston attracts over 16 million visitors each year. New England's largest and most influential city, Boston ranks among the world's major centers of education and culture.

To see more things to do, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Boston road trip planning app.

San Francisco to Boston is an approximately 7.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of subway, train, and bus. The time zone difference when traveling from San Francisco to Boston is 3 hours. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from San Francisco in July: high temperatures in Boston hover around 83°F and lows are around 67°F. You'll set off for Buffalo on the 16th (Tue).

The most populous city in the state after New York, Buffalo serves as the gateway to Niagara Falls and Canada for many travelers.

On the 17th (Wed), wander the streets of Elmwood Village, enjoy the sand and surf at Times Beach Preserve, and then explore the fascinating underground world of Cave of the Winds.

For maps, traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, use the Buffalo sightseeing planning website.

Fly from Boston to Buffalo in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 80°F in July, and nighttime lows around 63°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Thu) so you can travel to Philadelphia.

Steeped in cultural and historical heritage, Philadelphia is known as the birthplace of U.S.

Take a break from Philadelphia with a short trip to Ocean City Beach in Ocean City, about 1h 15 min away.

For traveler tips, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Philadelphia attractions planner.

You can fly from Buffalo to Philadelphia in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Buffalo in July, expect Philadelphia to be somewhat warmer, temps between 88°F and 72°F. On the 22nd (Mon), you're off to home.