4-Day Scenic and Cool Road Trip from Florida to Denver via Dallas and Santa Fe

Day 1: Florida to Tallahassee

Orlando to Tallahassee, Florida on June 16, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Se7en Bites

Start your day with a Southern-inspired breakfast in Orlando, featuring fresh-baked biscuits and hearty breakfast sandwiches. The café opens at 7:30am.
USD15, 1h

9:15am

Scenic Drive to Tallahassee

Drive northwest along I-75 and I-10 through lush, forested terrain, enjoying cooler inland temperatures and peaceful natural surroundings.
USD20 (Gas), 5h

2:30pm

Lunch at Kool Beanz Cafe

Arrive in Tallahassee and savor eclectic American fusion dishes at this artsy café, open until 3pm.
USD25, 1h

4:00pm

Visit Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park

Explore beautifully manicured gardens and peaceful lake views in this tranquil state park open until 8pm.
USD5, 1h30m

6:00pm

Dinner at Madison Social

Enjoy fresh seafood and craft cocktails in a stylish setting, open until 10pm for a relaxing dinner.
USD30, 1h30m
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Day 2: Tallahassee to Dallas

Tallahassee, Florida to Dallas, Texas on June 17, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Black Dog on the Square

Sample creative Southern breakfast fare in downtown Tallahassee, open from 7am.
USD18, 1h

8:00am

Long Drive to Dallas

Embark on an approximately 10-hour drive covering I-10 West and I-20 West, passing through Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas, enjoying varied landscapes and cooler inland routes.
USD50 (Gas), 10h

12:00pm

Lunch Stop in Jackson, Mississippi

Take a break and eat at Walker’s Drive-In, serving elevated Southern dishes. Open from 11am to 2pm.
USD22, 1h

6:00pm

Arrive in Dallas and Dinner at Ellen’s

Unwind with a classic Texan dining experience featuring Southern comfort food in a lively atmosphere. Open until 9pm.
USD30, 1h30m
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Day 3: Dallas to Santa Fe

Dallas, Texas to Santa Fe, New Mexico on June 18, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Ascension Coffee

Enjoy artisan coffee and light breakfast in Dallas, a cool spot open starting at 7am.
USD12, 30m

7:30am

Drive to Santa Fe

Drive northwest on I-40 West for about 10 hours, passing through the Texas Panhandle, the scenic landscapes of New Mexico including desert vistas and cool mountain foothills.
USD50 (Gas), 10h

12:00pm

Lunch Stop in Amarillo, Texas

Eat at The Big Texan Steak Ranch famous for its hearty steaks and comfortable ambiance, open from 11am to 9pm.
USD25, 1h

6:00pm

Arrive in Santa Fe and Dinner at The Shed

Sample traditional New Mexican cuisine in a cozy adobe setting, open until 9pm. A flavorful way to end the day.
USD35, 1h30m
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Day 4: Santa Fe to Denver

Santa Fe, New Mexico to Denver, Colorado on June 19, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Café Pasqual's

Start your morning with vibrant organic Mexican and New Mexican breakfast fare, open from 7am in Santa Fe.
USD20, 1h

8:30am

Drive to Denver

Enjoy a scenic 6-hour drive north on I-25, passing through quaint mountain towns and rising cool Rockies terrain.
USD35 (Gas), 6h

12:30pm

Lunch Stop in Colorado Springs

Dine at Four by Brother Luck, offering innovative Colorado cuisine with fresh mountain ingredients. Open 11:30am–9pm.
USD40, 1h

7:00pm

Arrive in Denver

Conclude your scenic road trip in the Mile High City, enjoying the early summer evening and cool mountain air.
Free, Rest
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