Travel Itinerary: St. Louis to Naperville & Aurora, IL - September 22-24, 2025

Day 1: Arrival and Car Rental in St. Louis

Morning: Arrive in St. Louis and proceed to pick up your rental car to prepare for your journey ahead.

Afternoon: Use the afternoon to explore or rest in St. Louis before starting your trip the following day.

Evening: Settle in for the night in St. Louis, ensuring all arrangements for the upcoming drive are finalized.

Day 2: Lincoln Memorial Visit, Family Gravesite, and Travel to Naperville

Morning: Depart early with your rental car and drive to the Lincoln Memorial to detail your family gravesite and pay respects.

Afternoon: Travel from the Lincoln Memorial area to Naperville, IL, and check into your hotel (TBD). After arrival, drive to Aurora, IL to visit Ted & Anna.

Evening: Return to Naperville for a relaxing evening at your hotel and rest after the day’s activities.

Day 3: Rental Return and Transit to Train Station

Morning: Return your rental car in Naperville or nearby location as planned.

Afternoon: Take an Uber to either the Naperville (NPV) train station or to Union Station in Chicago, IL, depending on your onward travel plans.

Evening: Prepare for departure via train or explore nearby areas briefly before concluding your trip.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Car Rental (Sep 22-24, 3 days): Approx. 72 hours – $150
• Lincoln Memorial visit & Family gravesite detailing: 2-3 hours – $0 (memorial access is free)
• Hotel in Naperville (2 nights): ~16 hours per night – $200 per night, $400 total
• Visit to Ted & Anna in Aurora: 2-3 hours – $0 (personal visit)
• Uber from hotel to train station: 30 minutes – $30
• Miscellaneous (fuel, food, parking): – $75 estimated

Total Estimated Cost: $655

Tips

• To extend your trip, consider spending an additional day exploring downtown Chicago after arriving at Union Station to enjoy museums, parks, and dining.
• To reduce the trip duration, limit time at the Lincoln Memorial to 1 hour and depart for Naperville earlier on Day 2, skipping the visit to Aurora or visiting Ted & Anna for a shorter timeframe.
• Booking the hotel early can secure better rates and preferred accommodations near Naperville’s town center for convenience.