Road trip from Akron to Greenville

The Schoenbrunn Conference Center hosts weddings, business meetings, and holiday parties. Also available for off premise catering.

Step into the past with a self-guided walking tour of Victorian grandeur through the Julia-Ann Square District. These were the homes of some of the most influential figures in West Virginia’s early history. Note: Homes are not open to the general public except for Special Garden and Christmas home tours. Pickup a free walking guide at the Greater Parkersburg CVB office.

Planet Chopper, like most pure ideas, was born on the road. Father and Son Mark and Ben Van Leeuwarden had been travelling to the USA from New Zealand for motorcycle trips when they first met friends John Devonshire and Wayne Cayton in 2009. With a love for customs, old-fashioned fun and long-distance riding — the friendship kickstarted. Planet Chopper was created to foster and spread this spirit!

The only state historic site in North Carolina which interprets the French and Indian War.

Immersive, challenging, FUN! An exhilarating experience designed to test your wits! Perfect for groups of family, friends, and co-workers! A truly one-of-a-kind experience you'll never forget! Charlotte's #1 escape room, Exit Strategy is the original escape room business in the Southeast, and the most immersive! Boasting 12 uniquely-themed experiences across 2 locations (North and South) in Charlotte. Sixty minutes may sound like a lot of time, until the pressure of cracking clues and solving puzzles intensifies with each passing second. Escape requires keen problem-solving skills and collaboration, perfect for groups of two to ten people (depending on the room). Each uncovered clue places teams one step closer to achieving their ultimate goal: unlocking the door and escaping the room before the clock strikes zero. Success may earn the group a place on Exit Strategy's wall of fame, although failure may inspire a repeat visit to try again.

Built in 1815, Historic Rosedale is a Federal style home surrounded by 9 acres of spectacular gardens and lush green space located just 3 miles north of Charlotte City Centre. Guided tours of the historic house are available every Friday 11:30am, and 1:00pm, and the last Saturday of the month at 11:30am and 1:00pm. Self-guided grounds only tours are available Wednesday - Friday from 10:00am to 2:30pm, (garden tours only does not include admission to historic house).

A small family owned brewery featuring an inviting taproom and beer garden. Serving a large selection of fresh craft beer brewed on-site as well as wine. Located directly on the light rail trail (Blue Line) a short walk from the East West stop.

Located in Charlotte, NC - Since 1955, Bojangles' Coliseum has hosted concerts, family shows, conferences, sports events, and Charlotte Checkers hockey.

Sugar Creek Brewing Co. Bringing Belgian-inspired beer to the Carolinas and beyond, Sugar Creek Brewing Company combines the watchful eye of a Trappist Monk with the technical precision of nuclear engineering to craft fresh, full-flavored beers that are immensely satisfying and intensely drinkable. Using unique combinations of aromatic yeast strains, domestic and imported hops and award-winning malt varietys, Sugar Creek infuses traditional recipes with modern tastes and techniques to create beer that nourishes both mind and body. Sugar Creek Tap Room Mon-Wed: 4pm - 9pm Thursday: 4pm - 10pm Friday: 2pm - 10pm Saturday: 11am- 10pm Sunday: 12pm - 8pm Tighten the ropes and raise the sails, the Sugar Creek Brewing Co. Tap room is where your exploration begins! We have constructed a large taproom and private event room and staffed it with kind, courteous and knowledgeable beertenders. On tap you will find all of our year-round beers as well as seasonal and small-batch releases. Beers are available by the glass, 4 oz. Tasting flights, and growler fills via our Pegas CrafTap growler filler. The taproom is open for exploration seven days a week! Sugar Creek Private Event Room Adjacent to our taproom is our 1700 sqft private event room, complete with a private outdoor patio, private bar, and overhead projector. Private events are available seven days a week, for parties as small as 15 people. In addition to offering a full range of our favorite beers, Sugar Creek is happy to provide food services or accommodate outside catering.

Welcome to MapleWalk Garden - February and March are peak camellia season! MapleWalk Garden is the most visited residential garden in the Queen City, home to over 100 different Japanese maples, 20 unique dogwoods, over 125 camellia varieties, plus conifers and many other unusual, stunning plants in a 2.25 acre walkable property. Find plant tags on nearly every specimen. Visit us on the web plus Facebook and Instagram. No appointment needed, garden is free for self-guided tours and open dawn to dusk every day unless a special event is posted on our website.

This site is located on land once owned by the parents of James K. Polk, the 11th U.S. president. The state historic site commemorates significant events in the Polk administration: the Mexican-American War, settlement of the Oregon boundary dispute, and the annexation of California. Reconstructions of typical homestead buildings—a log house, separate kitchen, and barn—are authentically furnished. The visitor center features a film on Polk's life and exhibits on his family and tumultuous presidency.

Dish It Out Pottery Studio is a paint your own pottery studio located in Charlotte, NC in the Stonecrest shopping plaza. We are a walk in studio; no reservations needed for groups of 8 or less. Please call ahead for large groups. Stop in, select pottery pieces to paint and our staff will explain the entire process, demonstrate techniques and assist as needed. Once you are done, leave the pieces with us and we glaze and fire them in our kilns. We will call in about a week when they are ready for pick up. We are also the perfect place for birthday parties for kids or adults (BYOB for those over 21). We also offer a Pottery To Go option for anyone who prefers to paint at home. Come get creative with us today!

Roper Mountain Science Center’s mission is to ignite the natural curiosity of all learners to explore and shape their world. Located just off of I-385 at Roper Mountain Road, Roper Mountain contains an array of state-of-the-art educational facilities on its 62-acre campus. Visitors experience the latest in STEM education through interactive exhibits and several hands-on activities. Families can attend numerous events throughout the year including Friday Starry Nights, Summer Adventure and Afterschool Explorations. Roper Mountain provides the opportunity to explore, imagine and grow as a learner of any age. Roper Mountain Science Center is only open to the public for select events throughout the yearFor more information, visit RoperMountain.org.