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ITINERARY

20h 28m1,074 miles32 stops
1
Colonie Center
Wolf Rd. and Central Ave., Colonie, NY 12205
Located in the heart of New York’s Capital Region, visitors enjoy the convenience and selection of Colonie Center for shopping, dining, and entertainment. The center is just 5 minutes from the Albany International Airport and is easily accessible from I-87 and I-90 (NY Thruway). Anchored by Whole Foods, Boscov’s and Macy’s, the center has many stores that are unique to the market—from the L.L. Bean retail store to the only P.F. Chang’s China Bistro in the Capital Region. Our center-wide renovation added a two-story fireplace, a family lounge and the DeNooyer Play Park in center court. Plan a night out at the 13-screen Regal digital cinema or At The Pier Arcade. Colonie Center is dog-friendly! Your leashed, well-behaved pups are welcome in the common areas and select stores!
2
The Children's Museum at Saratoga
65 S Broadway Suite 105, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866-4525
This two-story fun and educational museum teaches children about STEM, history, literacy, and is a great place to make new friends and meet people in the community. Learn through hands-on activities in a mock schoolhouse, fire department, bank, and many more! Children will engage through self-led activities and challenges as well as the Museum's amazing public programs free with admission.
3
Precision NY Chauffeur & Airport Transportation Services
1177 Avenue Of Americas 5th Floor, New York City, NY 10036
Here at Precision NY Chauffeur & Airport Transportation Service, we offer limousine service and point to point transportation NYC. You can always depend on us for reliable transportation New York, New Jersey, Westchester, Connecticut, Washington DC, Pennsylvania, and Boston. Along with equitable rates and attentive service, we offer transfer services anywhere within the country. For your convenience, you may reserve any vehicle from our fleet vehicles up to 24 hours in advance, including the Lincoln MKT, Lincoln Town Car and Cadillac XTS. For larger parties or a more comfortable ride, we have Cadillac™ Escalades, Lincoln™ Navigators, and Chevy™ Suburbans. We also carry New 2023 and 2024 Mercedes S560s.
4
BrainXcape
160 Broadway 3rd Fl, New York City, NY 10038
5
Peddlers and Parchment Escape
1905 Avenue M, Brooklyn, NY 11230-6201
We are part of the global escape room phenomenon. But that's not nearly enough! We are a grassroots immersive museum of the amazing places where a family tree can lead! We bring to life the true story of Dr. Jeffrey Paull who discovered that some of the greatest sages such as the Shpoler Zaide (18th century), Rashi (11th century) and ultimately King David (9th century BCE) are all his ancestors! Our room packs a lot: cutting edge technology from international designers, genealogy, history, kindness and self-sacrifice.
6
New Jersey Convention & Exposition Center
97 Sunfield Ave, Edison, NJ 08837-3810
7
Escape The Puzzle
473 Broadway, Long Branch, NJ 07740-5901
8
Art Shack
161 Lincoln Ave, Long Branch, NJ 07740-4536
Art Shack is an open art studio, gift shop and party place where kids and adults can Explore, Discover & Create art from the heart. All kinds of art supplies are available to the public. Walk in, choose your medium and create original art. Use your imagination to create. Recommended for families visiting the Jersey Shore! There is NOTHING like it! Check instagram for hours @artshack.official
9
Newtown Farmer's Market
2150 S Eagle Rd, Newtown, PA 18940-1559
10
Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul
18th Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19103-1204
The head church of Philadelphia's Catholic Archdiocese is on the National Registrar of Historic Places. Pope John Paul II celebrated Mass here in 1979.
11
Logan Circle
Benjamin Franklin Parkway at 19th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
12
Pieris Day Spa
116 Quarry Rd, Coatesville, PA 19320-1611
13
Rough and Tumble Historical Association
4997 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA 17535
Rough and Tumble is celebrating it's 76th year in 2024. Ride 2 steam railroads, See Steam Traction Engines running as well as antique Tractors. Visit the Saw mill, model shop, Auto Museum, Stationary Steam Museum, Blacksmith Shop, and Gas Engine area. Visit the antique Earth moving construction area as well as the Line Shaft machine Shop. Watch a parade of power and sled pulling on the track. Check our schedule of events on our web site and enjoy the may areas of Rough and Tumble Historical Association.
14
Pennsylvania Dutch Market
11121 York Rd, Ashland Marketplace, Cockeysville, MD 21030-2006
15
Howard Peters Rawlings Conservatory and Botanic Gardens of Baltimore
3100 Swann Dr Druid Hill Park, Baltimore, MD 21217
16
St. Mary's Church
109 Duke of Gloucester St, Annapolis, MD 21401-2508
17
Family Fishing Adventures
410 Severn Ave Annapolis City Marina, Annapolis, MD 21403-2524
We offer a 1 hour and 30 minute Fishing & Crabbing Adventures for kids. Come sail aboard the Sea Dragon on one of our four daily trips (9:15, 11:30, 1:45, 4:00). Kids will learn tips and techniques on fishing and crabbing, read a map, discover the local marine life, hold sea creatures such as crabs, minnows, fish, or eels, hoist up crab traps, and fish using light tackle equipment!
18
Washington D.C. Temple & Visitors' Center
9900 Stoneybrook Dr, Kensington, MD 20895-3199
The Washington D.C. Temple Visitors’ Center is open to the public Monday to Sunday from 10:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. and is a great place to learn more about Jesus Christ and feel His love. Interactive displays, beautiful art, and exciting events throughout the year are just a few of the many features of the visitors’ center. Please invite your friends and family to attend with you. Admission and parking are free.
19
Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center
11710 Macarthur Blvd, Potomac, MD 20854-1659
20
Ball's Bluff Battlefield and National Cemetery
Battlefield Parkway Route 15, Leesburg, VA
A poignant and sobering reminder of a disastrous Union defeat during the Civil War.
21
Origins Thai Spa
46179 Westlake Dr Suite 130, Sterling, VA 20165-5874
Your one-stop-shop for Traditional Thai Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Thai Herbal Massage, Swedish Massage, Thai- Euro Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Hot Stone, Sports Massage, Indian Head Massage and more.
22
Escape Room Loudoun
46950 Jennings Farm Dr 290, Sterling, VA 20164-8679
An exciting new escape room establishment in Loudoun County! Escape Room activities are an exciting way to foster collaborative thinking and problem solving. Each group must work together to solve problems; ranging from small and simple, to complex and multi-part problems.
23
AMC Worldgate 9
13025 Worldgate Dr, Herndon, VA 20170-4374
24
Iron Horse Antiques
9200 Prescott Ave, Manassas, VA 20110-5320
25
ARTfactory
94119 Battle St., Manassas, VA 20110
26
Old Bust Head Brewing Company
7134 Farm Station Road Vint Hill Farm, Warrenton, VA 20187
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.
27
Colonial Beach Yacht Center
1787 Castlewood Dr, Colonial Beach, VA 22443-3026
28
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
815 E Grace St, Richmond, VA 23219-3409
29
Durham Bulls Athletic Park
409 Blackwell St, Durham, NC 27701-3972
30
Game On Escapes & More
107 Edinburgh South Dr Suite 203, Cary, NC 27511-8426
We offer family friendly escape games and a game show appealing to a variety of ages. Great for corporate events, team outings, and just a fun night out with friends and family.
31
The Black Fedora Comedy Mystery Theatre
164 Church St, Charleston, SC 29401-3125
Live theatre featuring clean comic whodunit shows, volunteer audience participation, a la carte appetizers, homemade desserts, and drinks -- at the downtown City Market. “Uproarious entertainment” - Thrillist.com
32
Edmondston-Alston House
21 E Battery St, Charleston, SC 29401-2740
Constructed nearly 200 years ago, circa 1825, the Edmondston-Alston House presents a unique history of the people, both free and enslaved, who lived and labored on this property. Its collection of furniture, silver and decorative arts, largely original to those who owned the house, constitutes a rich, complex history of Charleston in the 19th century. Commanding a magnificent view of Charleston Harbor, the Edmondston-Alston House has witnessed many historic moments in the port city’s history. One of the oldest houses along the High Battery, it withstood the American Civil War, the Earthquake of 1886, and numerous hurricanes; it has survived to share a piece of Charleston history.
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OVERVIEW

Albany to Jacksonville
1
Start:Colonie Center
Colonie, New York·
4.0
(94) review
Located in the heart of New York’s Capital Region, visitors enjoy the convenience and selection of Colonie Center for shopping, dining, and entertainment. The center is just 5 minutes from the Albany International Airport and is easily accessible from I-87 and I-90 (NY Thruway). Anchored by Whole Foods, Boscov’s and Macy’s, the center has many stores that are unique to the market—from the L.L. Bean retail store to the only P.F. Chang’s China Bistro in the Capital Region. Our center-wide renovation added a two-story fireplace, a family lounge and the DeNooyer Play Park in center court. Plan a night out at the 13-screen Regal digital cinema or At The Pier Arcade. Colonie Center is dog-friendly! Your leashed, well-behaved pups are welcome in the common areas and select stores!
Wolf Rd. and Central Ave., Colonie, NY 12205
2
The Children's Museum at Saratoga
Saratoga Springs, New York·
4.0
(93) review
This two-story fun and educational museum teaches children about STEM, history, literacy, and is a great place to make new friends and meet people in the community. Learn through hands-on activities in a mock schoolhouse, fire department, bank, and many more! Children will engage through self-led activities and challenges as well as the Museum's amazing public programs free with admission.
65 S Broadway Suite 105, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866-4525
3
Precision NY Chauffeur & Airport Transportation Services
New York City, New York·
5.0
(99) review
Here at Precision NY Chauffeur & Airport Transportation Service, we offer limousine service and point to point transportation NYC. You can always depend on us for reliable transportation New York, New Jersey, Westchester, Connecticut, Washington DC, Pennsylvania, and Boston. Along with equitable rates and attentive service, we offer transfer services anywhere within the country. For your convenience, you may reserve any vehicle from our fleet vehicles up to 24 hours in advance, including the Lincoln MKT, Lincoln Town Car and Cadillac XTS. For larger parties or a more comfortable ride, we have Cadillac™ Escalades, Lincoln™ Navigators, and Chevy™ Suburbans. We also carry New 2023 and 2024 Mercedes S560s.
1177 Avenue Of Americas 5th Floor, New York City, NY 10036
4
BrainXcape
New York City, New York·
5.0
(99) review
160 Broadway 3rd Fl, New York City, NY 10038
5
Peddlers and Parchment Escape
Brooklyn, New York·
5.0
(94) review
We are part of the global escape room phenomenon. But that's not nearly enough! We are a grassroots immersive museum of the amazing places where a family tree can lead! We bring to life the true story of Dr. Jeffrey Paull who discovered that some of the greatest sages such as the Shpoler Zaide (18th century), Rashi (11th century) and ultimately King David (9th century BCE) are all his ancestors! Our room packs a lot: cutting edge technology from international designers, genealogy, history, kindness and self-sacrifice.
1905 Avenue M, Brooklyn, NY 11230-6201
6
New Jersey Convention & Exposition Center
Edison, New Jersey·
3.5
(95) review
97 Sunfield Ave, Edison, NJ 08837-3810
7
Escape The Puzzle
Long Branch, New Jersey·
5.0
(96) review
473 Broadway, Long Branch, NJ 07740-5901
8
Art Shack
Long Branch, New Jersey·
5.0
(8) review
Art Shack is an open art studio, gift shop and party place where kids and adults can Explore, Discover & Create art from the heart. All kinds of art supplies are available to the public. Walk in, choose your medium and create original art. Use your imagination to create. Recommended for families visiting the Jersey Shore! There is NOTHING like it! Check instagram for hours @artshack.official
161 Lincoln Ave, Long Branch, NJ 07740-4536
9
Newtown Farmer's Market
Newtown, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(99) review
2150 S Eagle Rd, Newtown, PA 18940-1559
10
Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(978) review
The head church of Philadelphia's Catholic Archdiocese is on the National Registrar of Historic Places. Pope John Paul II celebrated Mass here in 1979.
18th Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19103-1204
11
Logan Circle
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania·
4.0
(97) review
Benjamin Franklin Parkway at 19th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
12
Pieris Day Spa
Coatesville, Pennsylvania·
(0) review
116 Quarry Rd, Coatesville, PA 19320-1611
13
Rough and Tumble Historical Association
Lancaster, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(46) review
Rough and Tumble is celebrating it's 76th year in 2024. Ride 2 steam railroads, See Steam Traction Engines running as well as antique Tractors. Visit the Saw mill, model shop, Auto Museum, Stationary Steam Museum, Blacksmith Shop, and Gas Engine area. Visit the antique Earth moving construction area as well as the Line Shaft machine Shop. Watch a parade of power and sled pulling on the track. Check our schedule of events on our web site and enjoy the may areas of Rough and Tumble Historical Association.
4997 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA 17535
14
Pennsylvania Dutch Market
Cockeysville, Maryland·
4.5
(95) review
11121 York Rd, Ashland Marketplace, Cockeysville, MD 21030-2006
15
Howard Peters Rawlings Conservatory and Botanic Gardens of Baltimore
Baltimore, Maryland·
4.5
(99) review
3100 Swann Dr Druid Hill Park, Baltimore, MD 21217
16
St. Mary's Church
Annapolis, Maryland·
4.5
(94) review
109 Duke of Gloucester St, Annapolis, MD 21401-2508
17
Family Fishing Adventures
Annapolis, Maryland·
5.0
(81) review
We offer a 1 hour and 30 minute Fishing & Crabbing Adventures for kids. Come sail aboard the Sea Dragon on one of our four daily trips (9:15, 11:30, 1:45, 4:00). Kids will learn tips and techniques on fishing and crabbing, read a map, discover the local marine life, hold sea creatures such as crabs, minnows, fish, or eels, hoist up crab traps, and fish using light tackle equipment!
410 Severn Ave Annapolis City Marina, Annapolis, MD 21403-2524
18
Washington D.C. Temple & Visitors' Center
Kensington, Montgomery County, Maryland·
5.0
(97) review
The Washington D.C. Temple Visitors’ Center is open to the public Monday to Sunday from 10:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. and is a great place to learn more about Jesus Christ and feel His love. Interactive displays, beautiful art, and exciting events throughout the year are just a few of the many features of the visitors’ center. Please invite your friends and family to attend with you. Admission and parking are free.
9900 Stoneybrook Dr, Kensington, MD 20895-3199
19
Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center
Potomac, Montgomery County, Maryland·
4.5
(96) review
11710 Macarthur Blvd, Potomac, MD 20854-1659
20
Ball's Bluff Battlefield and National Cemetery
Leesburg, Loudoun County, Virginia·
4.0
(98) review
A poignant and sobering reminder of a disastrous Union defeat during the Civil War.
Battlefield Parkway Route 15, Leesburg, VA
21
Origins Thai Spa
Sterling, Loudoun County, Virginia·
5.0
(9) review
Your one-stop-shop for Traditional Thai Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Thai Herbal Massage, Swedish Massage, Thai- Euro Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Hot Stone, Sports Massage, Indian Head Massage and more.
46179 Westlake Dr Suite 130, Sterling, VA 20165-5874
22
Escape Room Loudoun
Sterling, Loudoun County, Virginia·
4.5
(99) review
An exciting new escape room establishment in Loudoun County! Escape Room activities are an exciting way to foster collaborative thinking and problem solving. Each group must work together to solve problems; ranging from small and simple, to complex and multi-part problems.
46950 Jennings Farm Dr 290, Sterling, VA 20164-8679
23
AMC Worldgate 9
Herndon, Fairfax County, Virginia·
4.0
(98) review
13025 Worldgate Dr, Herndon, VA 20170-4374
24
Iron Horse Antiques
Manassas, Prince William County, Virginia·
4.0
(9) review
9200 Prescott Ave, Manassas, VA 20110-5320
25
ARTfactory
Manassas, Prince William County, Virginia·
4.0
(9) review
94119 Battle St., Manassas, VA 20110
26
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.
7134 Farm Station Road Vint Hill Farm, Warrenton, VA 20187
27
Colonial Beach Yacht Center
Colonial Beach, Virginia·
4.0
(9) review
1787 Castlewood Dr, Colonial Beach, VA 22443-3026
28
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
Richmond, Virginia·
4.5
(94) review
815 E Grace St, Richmond, VA 23219-3409
29
Durham Bulls Athletic Park
Durham, North Carolina·
4.5
(970) review
409 Blackwell St, Durham, NC 27701-3972
30
Game On Escapes & More
Cary, North Carolina·
5.0
(98) review
We offer family friendly escape games and a game show appealing to a variety of ages. Great for corporate events, team outings, and just a fun night out with friends and family.
107 Edinburgh South Dr Suite 203, Cary, NC 27511-8426
31
The Black Fedora Comedy Mystery Theatre
Charleston, South Carolina·
4.5
(993) review
Live theatre featuring clean comic whodunit shows, volunteer audience participation, a la carte appetizers, homemade desserts, and drinks -- at the downtown City Market. “Uproarious entertainment” - Thrillist.com
164 Church St, Charleston, SC 29401-3125
32
Edmondston-Alston House
Charleston, South Carolina·
4.5
(992) review
Constructed nearly 200 years ago, circa 1825, the Edmondston-Alston House presents a unique history of the people, both free and enslaved, who lived and labored on this property. Its collection of furniture, silver and decorative arts, largely original to those who owned the house, constitutes a rich, complex history of Charleston in the 19th century. Commanding a magnificent view of Charleston Harbor, the Edmondston-Alston House has witnessed many historic moments in the port city’s history. One of the oldest houses along the High Battery, it withstood the American Civil War, the Earthquake of 1886, and numerous hurricanes; it has survived to share a piece of Charleston history.
21 E Battery St, Charleston, SC 29401-2740

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What's the driving distance between Albany and Jacksonville?
The distance is 1,074 miles
What's the travel time between Albany and Jacksonville?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 20h 28m mins in normal traffic
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Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to Jacksonville?
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