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ITINERARY
28h 47m1,538 miles37 stops
1
Colonial Theatre
2
MASS MoCA
Housed on a restored 19th century factory campus, MASS MoCA is the largest center for contemporary visual and performing arts in the country. Open year round with full schedule of live events, changing exhibitions and Sol LeWitt Wall Drawing Retrospective.
3
Trevor Zoo
4
Bardavon Opera House
New York State's longest continually-running theater.
5
Depew Park
6
Wolf Conservation Center
7
Central Stage
Westchester County finally has a home for comedy and it's located at the Ridge Hill Shopping Center in Yonkers! Yonkers Comedy Club features show 8:00 and 10:30 every Friday and Saturday with national and local comedians who have been seen on television, in the movies, heard on the radio as well as locally generated up and coming talent! Happy Hour and Open Mic Nights available!
8
Pocono Environmental Education Center
Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) is a private, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and the education partner of the National Park Service in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. For over 50 years, PEEC has successfully cultivated an appreciation and love of nature in the tens of thousands of annual visitors, which include school groups, informal learning groups, families, adult learners, professionals, and the general public. PEEC’s residential environmental education campus is located in Dingmans Ferry, Pike County, PA, within the heart of the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. PEEC is an exceptional place for customized field trips and retreats for schools, groups, and families. PEEC is also open to the public; our program calendar has something for everyone and our hiking trails are free and available year-round.
9
Manor Park
10
The Shops at Riverside
A beautiful and sophisticated retail destination for world-class luxury shopping, dining and entertainment, The Shops at Riverside® is conveniently located only minutes from Manhattan in the affluent suburban area of Bergen County, New Jersey. Spanning two levels, The Shops at Riverside® is anchored by Bloomingdale’s, Barnes & Noble, an AMC Dine-in Theatre, and a full-service day spa. Shoppers will experience an unrivaled collection of luxury shops including Louis Vuitton, Tiffany & Co., Bottega Veneta, Jimmy Choo, Ferragamo and other top brands as well as “New Jersey’s own Restaurant Row,” with nine full-service restaurants. The mall is closed on Sundays, however the restaurants, spa, AMC Theatres, Life Time, and Barnes & Noble are open for business.
11
Edgar Allan Poe Cottage
12
The Blue Bar, Algonquin Hotel
Comfortable and classic, the lounge of the Algonquin Hotel is a New York landmark.
13
BrainXcape
14
Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway
Lehigh Gorge trains, a trademark of the Reading and Northern Railroad, take a 70 minute round-trip tour following the Lehigh River over bridges, through Glen Onoko, into the Lehigh Gorge State Park. High-rising cliffs and mountain scenery surround the train along the route to Old Penn Haven. You will see hikers, rafters, mountain bikers, and wildlife along the railroad. You will learn about railroad lore, wildlife, the history of the anthracite coal region, and the people who launched America into the Industrial Age. Seasonal days and hours apply throughout the year. Call for more information or visit our website for current schedules.
15
Old City Hall
16
Sideling Hill Overlook & Rest Area
17
The Paramount Theater
18
Greenbrier Historical Society and North House Museum
19
The Village Shops
20
Radius Rooftop Lounge
21
Farragut Folklife Museum
22
Junaluska Museum
23
Palms Restorative Spa
Palms Restorative Spa is a luxury spa situated at the entrance to the Fairfield Glade Resort, in the Village Green Mall. We provide a variety of Massage, Facials and Yoga. When considering a massage, you can enjoy deep tissue, hot stone, thai stetch or a couples massage, just to name a few. Our facials offer exfoliating, hydrating, peels, enzyme and much more. Yoga classes are offered in the morning and fill up quickly. We will do everything we can to ensure you have a peaceful and enriching experience during your visit.
24
River Gallery
Craft and art collections.
25
Scottsboro-Jackson Heritage Center
26
Goose Pond Colony Resort
27
Breakout Games - Birmingham
This isn’t your average outing or everyday experience—Breakout is for those who would rather solve mysteries than watch someone else have all the fun. With different rooms that follow unique story-lines, you and your friends will have 60 minutes to escape your adventure of choice by cracking codes, solving puzzles and following clues. Part problem solving, part adrenaline, end-to-end fun!
28
Children's Hands-On Museum of Tuscaloosa
Welcome to the Children's Hands-On Museum of Tuscaloosa! CHOM, where children Explore, Create and Discover every time they visit. Learning through play is what our exhibits are about, and you're encouraged to touch, feel and play your way through our award winning museum. In 26 exhibit areas we offer newborns through age 13 a fabulous place just for them! Exhibits, birthday party spaces, daily programs and activities, events, holiday celebrations and curriculum specific field trips all wait for you at CHOM! Visit soon - join over 78,000 guests each year who know we're the BEST for family fun! CHOM is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization and we've provided dynamic learning experiences for 33 years.
29
The Presbytere
The Presbytere was designed in 1791 to match the Cabildo, alongside St. Louis Cathedral in the French Quarter. It stands today as a beautiful reminder of both Louisiana's singular past and its vibrant present.The Presbytere, originally called Casa Curial or "Ecclesiastical House," was built on the site of the residence, or presbytere, of the Capuchin monks. The building was used for commercial purposes until 1834 when it became a courthouse. In 1911, it became part of the Louisiana State Museum. Two exhibitions are on display-"Living with Hurricanes: Katrina and Beyond" tells of rescue, rebuilding and renewal, and "Mardi Gras: It's Carnival Time in Louisiana" captures the fun and fantasy of the annual celebration.
30
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
Nature reserve, consisting of several sections, preserves significant examples of the natural and cultural resources of the Mississippi Delta region.
31
Enjoy Baton Rouge
Enjoy Baton Rouge Walking & Food Tours … up close and personal! See, feel, smell, taste, touch. Ask all your questions as our tour guides show you the sites and downtown neighborhoods. Hear the stories, learn the history and see the future. Don’t just drive by – embrace authentic. Stretch your legs and take an easy 90 minute walk. Choose one of our walking tours or combine several. Enjoy Baton Rouge walking tours focus on the New or Old State Capitol and the area surrounding them. Whatever your interest; Art, History, Nature, Politics, Architecture or Culture – you will find them all here in Baton Rouge. We offer tours by appointment so our schedule fits your schedule. And, we have added Food Tours. What a great pairing - Food, History and New Friends. We visit 5 downtown restaurant and get a sample of what Baton Rouge has to offer.
32
LSU Tiger Stadium
33
Lafayette Science Museum
Step into the vibrant world of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette Science Museum, where curiosity knows no bounds!
34
The Blue Butterfly Boutique
35
Conrad Rice Mill
36
Gator Chateau
Gator Chateau is a free tourist attraction and information center offering a unique educational experience. Visitors can learn about alligators and even hold baby gators under the guidance of experienced staff. The Chateau fosters baby alligators until they are ready to return to their natural habitat, promoting conservation efforts.
37
Tupper Museum
Museum of antique and vintage merchandise, signs, machines, etc.
Customize this Trip
OVERVIEW
Albany to Lafayette
1
Start:Colonial Theatre
Pittsfield, Massachusetts·
4.5
(99) review
111 South St, Pittsfield, MA 01201-6174
2
Start:MASS MoCA
North Adams, Massachusetts·
4.5
(973) review
Housed on a restored 19th century factory campus, MASS MoCA is the largest center for contemporary visual and performing arts in the country. Open year round with full schedule of live events, changing exhibitions and Sol LeWitt Wall Drawing Retrospective.
3
Start:Trevor Zoo
Millbrook, New York·
4.5
(96) review
282 Millbrook School Rd Millbrook School, Millbrook, NY 12545-4928
4
Start:Bardavon Opera House
Poughkeepsie, New York·
4.5
(97) review
New York State's longest continually-running theater.
5
Start:Depew Park
Peekskill, New York·
4.5
(9) review
1 Robin Dr, Peekskill, NY 10566-4725
6
Start:Wolf Conservation Center
South Salem, New York·
5.0
(90) review
7 Buck Run, South Salem, NY 10590-1123
7
Start:Central Stage
Yonkers, New York·
2.5
(9) review
Westchester County finally has a home for comedy and it's located at the Ridge Hill Shopping Center in Yonkers! Yonkers Comedy Club features show 8:00 and 10:30 every Friday and Saturday with national and local comedians who have been seen on television, in the movies, heard on the radio as well as locally generated up and coming talent! Happy Hour and Open Mic Nights available!
8
Start:Pocono Environmental Education Center
Dingmans Ferry, Pocono Mountains Region, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(97) review
Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) is a private, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and the education partner of the National Park Service in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. For over 50 years, PEEC has successfully cultivated an appreciation and love of nature in the tens of thousands of annual visitors, which include school groups, informal learning groups, families, adult learners, professionals, and the general public. PEEC’s residential environmental education campus is located in Dingmans Ferry, Pike County, PA, within the heart of the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. PEEC is an exceptional place for customized field trips and retreats for schools, groups, and families. PEEC is also open to the public; our program calendar has something for everyone and our hiking trails are free and available year-round.
9
Start:Manor Park
Larchmont, New York·
4.5
(90) review
On the Sound, Larchmont, NY
10
Start:The Shops at Riverside
Hackensack, New Jersey·
4.0
(99) review
A beautiful and sophisticated retail destination for world-class luxury shopping, dining and entertainment, The Shops at Riverside® is conveniently located only minutes from Manhattan in the affluent suburban area of Bergen County, New Jersey. Spanning two levels, The Shops at Riverside® is anchored by Bloomingdale’s, Barnes & Noble, an AMC Dine-in Theatre, and a full-service day spa. Shoppers will experience an unrivaled collection of luxury shops including Louis Vuitton, Tiffany & Co., Bottega Veneta, Jimmy Choo, Ferragamo and other top brands as well as “New Jersey’s own Restaurant Row,” with nine full-service restaurants. The mall is closed on Sundays, however the restaurants, spa, AMC Theatres, Life Time, and Barnes & Noble are open for business.
11
Start:Edgar Allan Poe Cottage
Bronx, New York·
4.5
(98) review
Poe Park Grand Concourse at Kingsbridge Rd, Bronx, NY 10458
12
Start:The Blue Bar, Algonquin Hotel
New York City, New York·
4.0
(99) review
Comfortable and classic, the lounge of the Algonquin Hotel is a New York landmark.
13
Start:BrainXcape
New York City, New York·
5.0
(99) review
160 Broadway 3rd Fl, New York City, NY 10038
14
Start:Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway
Jim Thorpe, Pocono Mountains Region, Pennsylvania·
4.0
(955) review
Lehigh Gorge trains, a trademark of the Reading and Northern Railroad, take a 70 minute round-trip tour following the Lehigh River over bridges, through Glen Onoko, into the Lehigh Gorge State Park. High-rising cliffs and mountain scenery surround the train along the route to Old Penn Haven. You will see hikers, rafters, mountain bikers, and wildlife along the railroad. You will learn about railroad lore, wildlife, the history of the anthracite coal region, and the people who launched America into the Industrial Age. Seasonal days and hours apply throughout the year. Call for more information or visit our website for current schedules.
15
Start:Old City Hall
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(99) review
Independence Mall, Philadelphia, PA 19106
16
Start:Sideling Hill Overlook & Rest Area
Cumberland, Maryland·
4.5
(99) review
I-68, Cumberland, MD
17
Start:The Paramount Theater
Charlottesville, Virginia·
4.5
(99) review
215 E Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902-5231
18
Start:Greenbrier Historical Society and North House Museum
Lewisburg, West Virginia·
5.0
(97) review
814 Washington St W, Lewisburg, WV 24901-2029
19
Start:The Village Shops
Gatlinburg, Tennessee·
4.5
(998) review
634 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738-3241
20
Start:Radius Rooftop Lounge
Knoxville, Tennessee·
4.0
(9) review
Embassy Suites By Hilton 507 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902
21
Start:Farragut Folklife Museum
Knoxville, Tennessee·
4.5
(9) review
11408 Municipal Center Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934-2830
22
Start:Junaluska Museum
Robbinsville, North Carolina·
4.0
(26) review
1 Junaluska Dr, Robbinsville, NC 28771-8418
23
Start:Palms Restorative Spa
Fairfield Glade, Tennessee·
5.0
(4) review
Palms Restorative Spa is a luxury spa situated at the entrance to the Fairfield Glade Resort, in the Village Green Mall. We provide a variety of Massage, Facials and Yoga. When considering a massage, you can enjoy deep tissue, hot stone, thai stetch or a couples massage, just to name a few. Our facials offer exfoliating, hydrating, peels, enzyme and much more. Yoga classes are offered in the morning and fill up quickly. We will do everything we can to ensure you have a peaceful and enriching experience during your visit.
24
Start:River Gallery
Chattanooga, Tennessee·
4.5
(98) review
Craft and art collections.
25
Start:Scottsboro-Jackson Heritage Center
Scottsboro, Alabama·
4.0
(7) review
208 S Houston St S, Scottsboro, AL 35768-4318
26
Start:Goose Pond Colony Resort
Scottsboro, Alabama·
4.0
(275) review
417 Ed Hembree Dr, Scottsboro, AL 35769-7859
27
Start:Breakout Games - Birmingham
Homewood, Alabama·
5.0
(986) review
This isn’t your average outing or everyday experience—Breakout is for those who would rather solve mysteries than watch someone else have all the fun. With different rooms that follow unique story-lines, you and your friends will have 60 minutes to escape your adventure of choice by cracking codes, solving puzzles and following clues. Part problem solving, part adrenaline, end-to-end fun!
28
Start:Children's Hands-On Museum of Tuscaloosa
Tuscaloosa, Alabama·
4.5
(99) review
Welcome to the Children's Hands-On Museum of Tuscaloosa! CHOM, where children Explore, Create and Discover every time they visit. Learning through play is what our exhibits are about, and you're encouraged to touch, feel and play your way through our award winning museum. In 26 exhibit areas we offer newborns through age 13 a fabulous place just for them! Exhibits, birthday party spaces, daily programs and activities, events, holiday celebrations and curriculum specific field trips all wait for you at CHOM! Visit soon - join over 78,000 guests each year who know we're the BEST for family fun! CHOM is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization and we've provided dynamic learning experiences for 33 years.
29
Start:The Presbytere
New Orleans, Louisiana·
4.5
(999) review
The Presbytere was designed in 1791 to match the Cabildo, alongside St. Louis Cathedral in the French Quarter. It stands today as a beautiful reminder of both Louisiana's singular past and its vibrant present.The Presbytere, originally called Casa Curial or "Ecclesiastical House," was built on the site of the residence, or presbytere, of the Capuchin monks. The building was used for commercial purposes until 1834 when it became a courthouse. In 1911, it became part of the Louisiana State Museum. Two exhibitions are on display-"Living with Hurricanes: Katrina and Beyond" tells of rescue, rebuilding and renewal, and "Mardi Gras: It's Carnival Time in Louisiana" captures the fun and fantasy of the annual celebration.
30
Start:Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
New Orleans, Louisiana·
4.5
(999) review
Nature reserve, consisting of several sections, preserves significant examples of the natural and cultural resources of the Mississippi Delta region.
31
Start:Enjoy Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, Louisiana·
5.0
(9) review
Enjoy Baton Rouge Walking & Food Tours … up close and personal! See, feel, smell, taste, touch. Ask all your questions as our tour guides show you the sites and downtown neighborhoods. Hear the stories, learn the history and see the future. Don’t just drive by – embrace authentic. Stretch your legs and take an easy 90 minute walk. Choose one of our walking tours or combine several. Enjoy Baton Rouge walking tours focus on the New or Old State Capitol and the area surrounding them. Whatever your interest; Art, History, Nature, Politics, Architecture or Culture – you will find them all here in Baton Rouge. We offer tours by appointment so our schedule fits your schedule. And, we have added Food Tours. What a great pairing - Food, History and New Friends. We visit 5 downtown restaurant and get a sample of what Baton Rouge has to offer.
32
Start:LSU Tiger Stadium
Baton Rouge, Louisiana·
5.0
(901) review
100 Tiger Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70893
33
Start:Lafayette Science Museum
Lafayette, Lafayette Parish, Louisiana·
4.5
(96) review
Step into the vibrant world of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette Science Museum, where curiosity knows no bounds!
34
Start:The Blue Butterfly Boutique
New Iberia, Louisiana·
5.0
(6) review
141 W Main St, New Iberia, LA 70560-3732
35
Start:Conrad Rice Mill
New Iberia, Louisiana·
4.0
(66) review
307 Ann St, New Iberia, LA 70560-4719
36
Start:Gator Chateau
Jennings, Louisiana·
5.0
(70) review
Gator Chateau is a free tourist attraction and information center offering a unique educational experience. Visitors can learn about alligators and even hold baby gators under the guidance of experienced staff. The Chateau fosters baby alligators until they are ready to return to their natural habitat, promoting conservation efforts.
37
Start:Tupper Museum
Jennings, Louisiana·
5.0
(24) review
Museum of antique and vintage merchandise, signs, machines, etc.
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FAQ
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What's the driving distance between Albany and Lafayette?
The distance is 1,538 miles
What's the travel time between Albany and Lafayette?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 28h 47m mins in normal traffic
What are some of the best cities to visit between Albany and Lafayette?
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Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to Lafayette?
There are plenty! Here are some stops you shouldn’t miss on your way to Lafayette
What’s the weather like in Lafayette?
The weather in Lafayette is generally mild year-round, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. See the links below for more information
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