Road trip from Akron to Newport News
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ITINERARY
9h 36m480 miles32 stops
1
Lock 3
2
Gorge Metro Park
3
OH WOW! The Roger & Gloria Jones Children's Center for Science & Technology
OH WOW!TM’s colorful, hands-on environment encourages independent thinking through interactive STEM-based exhibits and EDUtaining programs.”
4
Basilica of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
5
Point State Park
Serving as a key strategic spot during the French and Indian War, this National Historic Landmark and park offer stunning views of the city and a variety of outdoor recreation.
6
Cathedral of Learning
7
Cumberland Narrows
8
Cumberland Trail Connection
9
Allegany Fairgrounds
10
Shops at Canal Place in Cumberland Maryland
11
C&O Canal - Paw Paw Tunnel
12
Sideling Hill Overlook & Rest Area
13
Old Norbourne Cemetery
14
Historic Fort Loudoun Site
15
Blue Peacock Antiques
16
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
17
Blue Ridge Shadows Golf Club
Playing here, our customers know they will receive one of the best possible golfing experiences available. This is due to our attentive staff and the systems we have in place to provide excellent customer service at every opportunity. From the Bag drop, to the First Tee, to the maintenance crewmember, to the General Manager, to the grill attendant, the focus of our staff is to serve the customer and help them enjoy our facilities to the fullest, so they will tell their friends and want to return time and time again. Thoroughly renowned for the service we provide, outing coordinators and event planners will constantly seek us out. We will dazzle them with our attentiveness and concern for the success of their events. Coming to our club will be a sensation that their attendees will talk about for years to come. Designed by Tom Clark, Blue Ridge Shadows Golf Club opened in March 2007 to rave reviews by Regional and National Golf Publications. Golf Digest Magazine ranked us #6 “Best New Affordable Public Courses” in 2007, and the Washington Post named us a ‘Natural Treasure’. In 2010 and 2011, Blue Ridge Shadows was ranked #4 Best Courses you can Play in Virginia by Golfweek Magazine and ranked #32 ‘Women-friendly courses in America’ by Golf Digest Woman Magazine!
18
River & Trail Outfitters
River and Trail Outfitters has four check-in locations in and around Harpers Ferry, West Virginia. Our company has been family owned and operated since 1972. River and Trail offers guided and unguided white water and mellow water rafting, tubing, kayaking, and canoeing trips. We also offer biking on the C&O Canal, camping at Brunswick Family Campground, and airsoft at our new airsoft course. Group hikes & hiking/biking shuttles are also available in the scenic Harpers Ferry, WV area. Check out our website for details on some of our unique and upcoming trips such as airsoft and kayaking tours to local wineries and breweries.
19
Shenandoah National Park
20
Chester Gap Cellars
21
The Fauquier History Museum at the Old Jail
Built in 1808, the front portion of the jail originally contained four cells, each of which was approved to house 40 prisoners. In 1823, after only 15 years of use, the 1808 jail was deemed insufficient and a new stone jail was built just to the rear of the older structure. The 1808 jail was then converted into a house for the jailor with a kitchen made of the leftover stones from the "New Jail" added in 1823. The rear structure contains original cells as well as an exercise yard, which was also used as a hanging yard. Hangings took place in the yard until 1896. This is one of the most perfectly preserved old jails in the Commonwealth, and was operated as a jail until 1966. Today, the Old Jail is a history museum focusing on the histories of the Town of Warrenton, Fauquier County, and the Commonwealth of Virginia. The artifacts that make up the museum's exhibitions have all been donated by generous local citizens.
22
Molon Lave Vineyards
23
The Cameleer
24
Museum of Culpeper History
The Museum of Culpeper History is a state of the art facility housed in the historic train depot in downtown Culpeper, Virginia. Exhibits range from 215 million year old dinosaur tracks to modern art - and change annually to help guests "discover" this wonderful rural community.
25
Old Bust Head Brewing Company
Old Bust Head Brewing Company is an independent, solar-powered microbrewery in Fauquier County, VA west of DC. Our experience brewing traditional ales & lagers has helped us win awards in styles classic and creative. With beautiful views of slate roofed barns and refurbished campus-like brick buildings, Old Bust Head is part of a unique farm called ‘Vint Hill’ that for 50 years operated as a top secret military listening post. Familiar faces behind the bar share their love of craft in our 1950’s post & beam taproom while covered outdoor seating between our taproom and production area provides a welcoming environment for dogs and all-weather access to a rotating variety of food trucks.
26
2 Silos Brewing Co
27
Shining Sol Candle Company
Shining Sol Candle Company (Manassas, Va.) takes great pride in our unique line of handmade, hand poured, wooden wick, all natural soy candles. Each candle is crafted in true artisan fashion, one at a time or small batched. We are proud to be 100% Made in America.
28
Rockwood Park
29
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
30
Muscarelle Museum of Art
31
The Mariners' Museum and Park
Curate your Mariners’ Experience! From inspiring stories of mariners who risked it all for freedom to true tales of man conquering the wild seas, our indoor galleries will spark curiosity, wonder, and an appreciation for our shared maritime heritage. Explore over 90,000 square feet of gallery space and discover your connection to our shared maritime heritage. Admission to the Museum is only $1 per person. Add some outdoor adventure to your day in our 550-acre Park which offers visitors a quiet and serene place to walk, hike or run amongst rolling woodlands. Our Park features the award-winning five-mile Noland Trail that surrounds the 167-acre Mariners’ Lake. The Park is free and open to the public.
32
Hermitage Museum and Gardens
The Hermitage Museum & Gardens, formerly home to the Sloane family, is an early 20th century Arts-and-Crafts estate located on the shore of the Lafayette River in Norfolk, Virginia. Featuring a nationally recognized art collection spanning 5,000 years, the Hermitage is home to the arts. Contemporary exhibition galleries, a Visual Arts Studio, working artist studios, and 12 acres of gardens and grounds offer art and culture to the community, as envisioned by the Sloanes.
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OVERVIEW
Akron to Newport News
1
Start:Lock 3
Akron, Ohio·
4.5
(98) review
200 S Main St, Akron, OH 44308-1315
2
Start:Gorge Metro Park
Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio·
4.5
(99) review
1160 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls, OH
3
Start:OH WOW! The Roger & Gloria Jones Children's Center for Science & Technology
Youngstown, Ohio·
4.5
(62) review
OH WOW!TM’s colorful, hands-on environment encourages independent thinking through interactive STEM-based exhibits and EDUtaining programs.”
4
Start:Basilica of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Youngstown, Ohio·
4.5
(7) review
343 Via Mount Carmel Ave, Youngstown, OH 44505-3037
5
Start:Point State Park
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(951) review
Serving as a key strategic spot during the French and Indian War, this National Historic Landmark and park offer stunning views of the city and a variety of outdoor recreation.
6
Start:Cathedral of Learning
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(979) review
4200 5th Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15260
7
Start:Cumberland Narrows
Cumberland, Maryland·
5.0
(4) review
Route 40 west, Cumberland, MD 21502
8
Start:Cumberland Trail Connection
Cumberland, Maryland·
4.5
(31) review
14 Howard St, Cumberland, MD 21502-3098
9
Start:Allegany Fairgrounds
Cumberland, Maryland·
4.5
(9) review
11490 Moss Ave, Cumberland, MD 21502-5306
10
Start:Shops at Canal Place in Cumberland Maryland
Cumberland, Maryland·
3.0
(9) review
13 Canal St, Cumberland, MD 21502-3052
11
Start:C&O Canal - Paw Paw Tunnel
Cumberland, Maryland·
4.5
(208) review
Towpath, Chesapeake, Cumberland, MD 21555
12
Start:Sideling Hill Overlook & Rest Area
Cumberland, Maryland·
4.5
(99) review
I-68, Cumberland, MD
13
Start:Old Norbourne Cemetery
Martinsburg, West Virginia·
4.5
(9) review
127 W South St, Martinsburg, WV 25401-3235
14
Start:Historic Fort Loudoun Site
Winchester, Virginia·
2.5
(9) review
419 N Loudoun St, Winchester, VA 22601-4829
15
Start:Blue Peacock Antiques
Winchester, Virginia·
3.5
(9) review
116 N Loudoun St, Winchester, VA 22601-4718
16
Start:Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
Winchester, Virginia·
4.0
(96) review
181 Kernstown Commons Blvd, Winchester, VA 22602-5364
17
Start:Blue Ridge Shadows Golf Club
Front Royal, Virginia·
4.0
(71) review
Playing here, our customers know they will receive one of the best possible golfing experiences available. This is due to our attentive staff and the systems we have in place to provide excellent customer service at every opportunity. From the Bag drop, to the First Tee, to the maintenance crewmember, to the General Manager, to the grill attendant, the focus of our staff is to serve the customer and help them enjoy our facilities to the fullest, so they will tell their friends and want to return time and time again. Thoroughly renowned for the service we provide, outing coordinators and event planners will constantly seek us out. We will dazzle them with our attentiveness and concern for the success of their events. Coming to our club will be a sensation that their attendees will talk about for years to come. Designed by Tom Clark, Blue Ridge Shadows Golf Club opened in March 2007 to rave reviews by Regional and National Golf Publications. Golf Digest Magazine ranked us #6 “Best New Affordable Public Courses” in 2007, and the Washington Post named us a ‘Natural Treasure’. In 2010 and 2011, Blue Ridge Shadows was ranked #4 Best Courses you can Play in Virginia by Golfweek Magazine and ranked #32 ‘Women-friendly courses in America’ by Golf Digest Woman Magazine!
18
Start:River & Trail Outfitters
Harpers Ferry, West Virginia·
4.5
(603) review
River and Trail Outfitters has four check-in locations in and around Harpers Ferry, West Virginia. Our company has been family owned and operated since 1972. River and Trail offers guided and unguided white water and mellow water rafting, tubing, kayaking, and canoeing trips. We also offer biking on the C&O Canal, camping at Brunswick Family Campground, and airsoft at our new airsoft course. Group hikes & hiking/biking shuttles are also available in the scenic Harpers Ferry, WV area. Check out our website for details on some of our unique and upcoming trips such as airsoft and kayaking tours to local wineries and breweries.
19
Start:Shenandoah National Park
Front Royal, Virginia·
4.5
(73) review
17157 Skyline Dr, Front Royal, VA 22630
20
Start:Chester Gap Cellars
Front Royal, Virginia·
4.5
(61) review
4615 Remount Rd, Front Royal, VA 22630-5868
21
Start:The Fauquier History Museum at the Old Jail
Warrenton, Virginia·
4.5
(78) review
Built in 1808, the front portion of the jail originally contained four cells, each of which was approved to house 40 prisoners. In 1823, after only 15 years of use, the 1808 jail was deemed insufficient and a new stone jail was built just to the rear of the older structure. The 1808 jail was then converted into a house for the jailor with a kitchen made of the leftover stones from the "New Jail" added in 1823. The rear structure contains original cells as well as an exercise yard, which was also used as a hanging yard. Hangings took place in the yard until 1896. This is one of the most perfectly preserved old jails in the Commonwealth, and was operated as a jail until 1966. Today, the Old Jail is a history museum focusing on the histories of the Town of Warrenton, Fauquier County, and the Commonwealth of Virginia. The artifacts that make up the museum's exhibitions have all been donated by generous local citizens.
22
Start:Molon Lave Vineyards
Warrenton, Virginia·
4.5
(80) review
10075 Lees Mill Rd, Warrenton, VA 20186-8425
23
Start:The Cameleer
Culpeper, Virginia·
4.5
(49) review
125 E Davis St, Culpeper, VA 22701-3290
24
Start:Museum of Culpeper History
Culpeper, Virginia·
4.5
(71) review
The Museum of Culpeper History is a state of the art facility housed in the historic train depot in downtown Culpeper, Virginia. Exhibits range from 215 million year old dinosaur tracks to modern art - and change annually to help guests "discover" this wonderful rural community.
25
Start:Old Bust Head Brewing Company
Warrenton, Virginia·
4.5
(89) review
Old Bust Head Brewing Company is an independent, solar-powered microbrewery in Fauquier County, VA west of DC. Our experience brewing traditional ales & lagers has helped us win awards in styles classic and creative. With beautiful views of slate roofed barns and refurbished campus-like brick buildings, Old Bust Head is part of a unique farm called ‘Vint Hill’ that for 50 years operated as a top secret military listening post. Familiar faces behind the bar share their love of craft in our 1950’s post & beam taproom while covered outdoor seating between our taproom and production area provides a welcoming environment for dogs and all-weather access to a rotating variety of food trucks.
26
Start:2 Silos Brewing Co
Manassas, Prince William County, Virginia·
3.5
(93) review
9925 Discovery Blvd, Manassas, VA 20109-4000
27
Start:Shining Sol Candle Company
Manassas, Prince William County, Virginia·
5.0
(9) review
Shining Sol Candle Company (Manassas, Va.) takes great pride in our unique line of handmade, hand poured, wooden wick, all natural soy candles. Each candle is crafted in true artisan fashion, one at a time or small batched. We are proud to be 100% Made in America.
28
Start:Rockwood Park
Richmond, Virginia·
5.0
(9) review
3401 Courthouse Rd, Richmond, VA 23236-1438
29
Start:St. Paul's Episcopal Church
Richmond, Virginia·
4.5
(94) review
815 E Grace St, Richmond, VA 23219-3409
30
Start:Muscarelle Museum of Art
Williamsburg, Virginia·
4.0
(99) review
Jamestown Road, next to Phi Beta Kappa Hall College of William and Mary, Williamsburg, VA 23187
31
Start:The Mariners' Museum and Park
Newport News, Virginia·
5.0
(959) review
Curate your Mariners’ Experience! From inspiring stories of mariners who risked it all for freedom to true tales of man conquering the wild seas, our indoor galleries will spark curiosity, wonder, and an appreciation for our shared maritime heritage. Explore over 90,000 square feet of gallery space and discover your connection to our shared maritime heritage. Admission to the Museum is only $1 per person. Add some outdoor adventure to your day in our 550-acre Park which offers visitors a quiet and serene place to walk, hike or run amongst rolling woodlands. Our Park features the award-winning five-mile Noland Trail that surrounds the 167-acre Mariners’ Lake. The Park is free and open to the public.
32
Start:Hermitage Museum and Gardens
Norfolk, Virginia·
4.5
(146) review
The Hermitage Museum & Gardens, formerly home to the Sloane family, is an early 20th century Arts-and-Crafts estate located on the shore of the Lafayette River in Norfolk, Virginia. Featuring a nationally recognized art collection spanning 5,000 years, the Hermitage is home to the arts. Contemporary exhibition galleries, a Visual Arts Studio, working artist studios, and 12 acres of gardens and grounds offer art and culture to the community, as envisioned by the Sloanes.
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What's the driving distance between Akron and Newport News?
The distance is 480 miles
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