6-Day Scenic Road Trip from Fall River, MA to St. George, UT via Chicago and Iconic U.S. Cities

Day 1: Fall River to NYC

Fall River, MA to New York City, NY on June 10, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at The Breakfast Club

Enjoy hearty New England breakfast classics to energize for the drive.
USD25, 1h0m

8:30am

Drive to New York City

Travel roughly 3.5 hours via I-95 South and I-78 West to arrive in NYC.
USD30 (tolls/fuel), 3h30m

12:00pm

Lunch at Chelsea Market

Taste diverse and fresh foods in a vibrant indoor marketplace.
USD20, 1h0m

1:00pm

Walk the High Line Park

Take a leisurely stroll through this scenic elevated urban park with river views.
Free, 1h30m

2:30pm

Visit Times Square

Experience one of the world's busiest and brightest pedestrian areas.
Free, 1h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Carmine's Italian Restaurant

Enjoy large-family style Italian dishes in the heart of Times Square.
USD40, 1h30m

7:30pm

Overnight in New York City

Rest at centrally located accommodations preparing for the long drive ahead.
USD150, Overnight
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Day 2: NYC to Chicago

New York City, NY to Chicago, IL on June 11, 2025

6:00am

Breakfast at hotel or nearby café

Early breakfast to prepare for the approximately 12-hour drive west-northwest.
USD20, 1h0m

7:00am

Drive to Chicago

Travel west via I-80 and I-90 across Pennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana, enjoying varied scenery en route.
USD75 (fuel/tolls), 12h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Giordano’s

Taste famous deep-dish Chicago-style pizza after arrival.
USD30, 1h0m

8:30pm

Overnight stay in Chicago

Rest at a downtown hotel ready for city exploration tomorrow.
USD160, Overnight
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Day 3: Explore Chicago & Drive to St. Louis

Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO on June 12, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Wildberry Pancakes and Café

Enjoy creative pancakes and breakfast staples near Millennium Park.
USD25, 1h0m

8:30am

Visit Millennium Park & Cloud Gate

See Chicago’s iconic 'Bean' sculpture and beautifully landscaped park.
Free, 1h30m

10:00am

Art Institute of Chicago

Explore one of the largest art museums in the U.S., featuring world-class collections.
USD25, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria

Relish another take on the classic Chicago deep-dish pizza.
USD25, 1h0m

1:30pm

Drive to St. Louis

Start the 5-hour drive south via I-55 to St. Louis, Missouri.
USD25 (fuel/tolls), 5h0m

6:30pm

Dinner at Bogart’s Smokehouse

Unwind with hearty barbecue and live blues music in St. Louis.
USD35, 1h30m

8:00pm

Overnight stay in St. Louis

Stay downtown for easy access to morning attractions.
USD130, Overnight
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Day 4: Explore St. Louis & Drive to Albuquerque

St. Louis, MO to Albuquerque, NM on June 13, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Crown Candy Kitchen

Classic diner breakfast to start your day on a nostalgic note.
USD20, 1h0m

8:30am

Visit Gateway Arch

Take the tram ride inside and to the top of the iconic Arch for breathtaking views.
USD15, 2h0m

10:30am

Drive to Albuquerque

Begin the approximately 11-hour drive southwest via I-44 and I-40, crossing multiple states and diverse landscapes.
USD65 (fuel/tolls), 11h0m

9:30pm

Overnight stay in Albuquerque

Check in and rest after the long day's driving.
USD120, Overnight
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Day 5: Albuquerque to St. George

Albuquerque, NM to St. George, UT on June 14, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Frontier Restaurant

Enjoy a casual southwestern-style breakfast to fuel your final leg of the trip.
USD15, 1h0m

8:00am

Drive to St. George

Travel about 7 hours via I-40 west and I-15 north, passing beautiful desert and mountain scenery.
USD40 (fuel), 7h0m

3:00pm

Lunch and Check-in at Painted Pony Restaurant

Relax with upscale southwestern cuisine in downtown St. George.
USD35, 1h0m

4:00pm

Visit Snow Canyon State Park

Explore stunning red rock formations and easy hiking trails, with park open until sunset.
USD15, 2h30m

6:30pm

Dinner at Cliffside Restaurant

Dine with panoramic views overlooking the red rocks and city lights.
USD40, 1h30m
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