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ITINERARY
3h 10m153 miles37 stops
1
Colonie Center
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
Albany Pine Bush Preserve
One of the most endangered regions in the Northeastern United Sates contains almost 6,000 acres of scenic and dramatic landscape rooted in glacial history.
3
Colonial Theatre
4
Bousquet Mountain
Nestled in the Berkshires, Bousquet Mountain offers 200 acres of winter wonder, with 23 thrilling ski trails and a 750-foot vertical drop. Savor local delicacies at our onsite restaurant, or grab quick bites between adventures. Bousquet Mountain is not just an outdoor destination - it's an experience, a community, a piece of history. From Olympic skiers to weekend warriors, from first dates to family traditions, Bousquet Mountain welcomes you.
5
Guido's Fresh Marketplace
A family-owned independent marketplace featuring beautiful produce, natural and specialty food, prepared food, a full-service florist, meat and seafood, and wine and beer.
6
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.
7
Berkshire Theatre Group
Berkshire Theatre Group was created in 2010 by the merger of two of Berkshire County's oldest cultural organizations, Berkshire Theatre Festival founded in 1928 in Stockbridge and The Colonial Theatre built in 1903 in Pittsfield. One of the largest and most exciting arts organizations in the area, BTG oversees the development, production and presentation of theatre, music and the performing arts on multiple stages.
8
Pioneer Valley Live Steamers
9
Westfield River Brewing Company
10
Holyoke Mall
Eat, Shop & Play at nearly 150 specialty shops, restaurants, entertainment destinations and department stores including Macy’s, Christmas Tree Shops, Target, Victoria’s Secret, Apple, DSW, H&M, Build A Bear Workshop, Loft, Round1 Bowling & Amusement, Altitude Trampoline Park, 110 Grill, Billy Beez indoor jungle-themed play park and more! With so much to choose from at Holyoke Mall, you’re sure to find what you’re looking for.
11
The Holyoke Merry-Go-Round
12
Holyoke Children's Museum
13
Holyoke Cannabis Dispensary
"BRIGHT YELLOW security jackets. BLACK and GREEN signs | ENTER HERE sign towards rear of parking lot | Green and White OPEN Flag | PET FRIENDLY | (All-Sales are Final) HOUR'S: 8AM-11PM | ALL-WEEK MENU CHANGED WEEKLY-HIGH TAC% Debit and cash accepted! Here at Holyoke Cannabis we are dedicated to bringing you high quality recreational cannabis products while offering, friendly, well educated staff to meet any of your needs. From edibles, carts, and pre-rolls to concentrates, tinctures, and buds, we have it all! | Holyoke Cannabis Dispensary
14
DementedFX
The Number 1 Haunted Attraction in Massachusetts on TheScareFactor.com in 2018, DementedFX features 20,000 square feet of GIANT MONSTERS, HOLLYWOOD QUALITY SETS and PROPS, surrounded by HAIR RAISING SOUND DESIGN, and INTERACTIVE VIDEO that's sure to send you home with no voice... …and possibly needing a new pair of jeans.
15
Robinson State Park
Day-use park offers consists of 811 acres of frontage on the Westfield River, offering a variety of outdoor recreation including bicycling paths, walking trails, mountain biking, fishing, canoeing and cross-country skiing.
16
Massachusetts Veterans' Memorial Cemetery
17
New England Air Museum
The New England Air Museum houses over 80 aircraft in three large hangars and outdoor display area, as well as an extensive collection of engines, instruments, aircraft parts, uniforms and personal memorabilia. Plan a visit today to check out exciting aircraft, displays, exhibits and programs that are perfect for all ages!
18
The Hartford Flavor Company
Come in in for a distillery tour, taste of spirits, and a cocktail! Our award-winning line of all natural Wild Moon Liqueurs are so unique and make amazing cocktails! Come see for yourself and have a totally unique experience in our wonderful tasting room!! Enjoy food and cocktails in our cafe after your tour or simply walk in to enjoy the deliciousness!!! Cheers!!!
19
Dunkin' Park
Dunkin' is America's favorite all-day, everyday stop for coffee, espresso, breakfast sandwiches and donuts. The world's leading baked goods and coffee chain, Dunkin' serves more than 3 million customers each day. With 50+ varieties of donuts and dozens of premium beverages, there is always something to satisfy your craving. Dunkin' is proud to serve Hartford, CT for all breakfast and snacking needs. Stop by today to try a classic favorite or a new featured product!
20
First Church of Christ in Hartford
21
Connecticut's Old State House
Located in the heart of Hartford, Connecticut, this building served as a home to all three branches of Connecticut state government from 1796 to 1878. Some of our state’s most important stories of freedom, democracy, and civic action – from the Amistad and Prudence Crandall trials to the Constitutional Convention of 1818 – connect to this National Historic Landmark. Today, Connecticut’s Old State House serves as a history museum, gathering spot and place of civic exploration for thousands of local, national and international visitors each year We look forward to welcoming you soon!
22
Bushnell Plaza Sculpture Garden
23
Calder Stegosaurus Sculpture
24
Charter Oak Landing
25
Cabela's
26
Heirloom Market
27
Lara's Labyrinth
28
Quarry Park
29
Central Rock Gym
Located just outside of Hartford, CRG Glastonbury has 25,000 sq.ft of climbing, with walls reaching 40 feet in height, and featuring a one of a kind double arched lead wall and large bouldering area. Central Rock Gym is the largest indoor rock climbing gym in Connecticut but also offers yoga classes, fitness classes, exercise equipment, birthday parties, summer camps, kids climbing teams, after school programs, competitions, events, corporate outings, and much more.
30
Codeword Escape
Immersive escape room for team building, birthday parties, date night, families, corporate events, wedding parties. Solve puzzles, find hidden objects and complete a mission in 60 minutes or less.
31
Slipaway River Tours
32
Riverview Farms
33
Minnechaug Golf Course
34
Rose's Berry Farms, LLC
35
Wesleyan University
36
Fun In Trampoline Park
37
Devil's Hopyard State Park
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OVERVIEW
Albany to Norwich
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!
2
Start:Albany Pine Bush Preserve
Albany, New York·
4.5
(90) review
One of the most endangered regions in the Northeastern United Sates contains almost 6,000 acres of scenic and dramatic landscape rooted in glacial history.
3
Start:Colonial Theatre
Pittsfield, Massachusetts·
4.5
(99) review
111 South St, Pittsfield, MA 01201-6174
4
Start:Bousquet Mountain
Pittsfield, Massachusetts·
4.0
(91) review
Nestled in the Berkshires, Bousquet Mountain offers 200 acres of winter wonder, with 23 thrilling ski trails and a 750-foot vertical drop. Savor local delicacies at our onsite restaurant, or grab quick bites between adventures. Bousquet Mountain is not just an outdoor destination - it's an experience, a community, a piece of history. From Olympic skiers to weekend warriors, from first dates to family traditions, Bousquet Mountain welcomes you.
5
Start:Guido's Fresh Marketplace
Pittsfield, Massachusetts·
4.5
(97) review
A family-owned independent marketplace featuring beautiful produce, natural and specialty food, prepared food, a full-service florist, meat and seafood, and wine and beer.
6
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.
7
Start:Berkshire Theatre Group
Stockbridge, Massachusetts·
4.5
(92) review
Berkshire Theatre Group was created in 2010 by the merger of two of Berkshire County's oldest cultural organizations, Berkshire Theatre Festival founded in 1928 in Stockbridge and The Colonial Theatre built in 1903 in Pittsfield. One of the largest and most exciting arts organizations in the area, BTG oversees the development, production and presentation of theatre, music and the performing arts on multiple stages.
8
Start:Pioneer Valley Live Steamers
Southwick, Massachusetts·
5.0
(4) review
108 Hillside Rd, Southwick, MA 01077-9729
9
Start:Westfield River Brewing Company
Southwick, Massachusetts·
4.0
(53) review
707 College Hwy, Southwick, MA 01077-9733
10
Start:Holyoke Mall
Holyoke, Massachusetts·
4.0
(55) review
Eat, Shop & Play at nearly 150 specialty shops, restaurants, entertainment destinations and department stores including Macy’s, Christmas Tree Shops, Target, Victoria’s Secret, Apple, DSW, H&M, Build A Bear Workshop, Loft, Round1 Bowling & Amusement, Altitude Trampoline Park, 110 Grill, Billy Beez indoor jungle-themed play park and more! With so much to choose from at Holyoke Mall, you’re sure to find what you’re looking for.
11
Start:The Holyoke Merry-Go-Round
Holyoke, Massachusetts·
4.0
(5) review
221 Appleton St Holyoke Heritage State Park, Holyoke, MA 01040-5714
12
Start:Holyoke Children's Museum
Holyoke, Massachusetts·
4.5
(77) review
444 Dwight St, Holyoke, MA 01040-5842
13
Start:Holyoke Cannabis Dispensary
Holyoke, Massachusetts·
4.5
(4) review
"BRIGHT YELLOW security jackets. BLACK and GREEN signs | ENTER HERE sign towards rear of parking lot | Green and White OPEN Flag | PET FRIENDLY | (All-Sales are Final) HOUR'S: 8AM-11PM | ALL-WEEK MENU CHANGED WEEKLY-HIGH TAC% Debit and cash accepted! Here at Holyoke Cannabis we are dedicated to bringing you high quality recreational cannabis products while offering, friendly, well educated staff to meet any of your needs. From edibles, carts, and pre-rolls to concentrates, tinctures, and buds, we have it all! | Holyoke Cannabis Dispensary
14
Start:DementedFX
Holyoke, Massachusetts·
4.0
(6) review
The Number 1 Haunted Attraction in Massachusetts on TheScareFactor.com in 2018, DementedFX features 20,000 square feet of GIANT MONSTERS, HOLLYWOOD QUALITY SETS and PROPS, surrounded by HAIR RAISING SOUND DESIGN, and INTERACTIVE VIDEO that's sure to send you home with no voice... …and possibly needing a new pair of jeans.
15
Start:Robinson State Park
Agawam, Massachusetts·
4.5
(33) review
Day-use park offers consists of 811 acres of frontage on the Westfield River, offering a variety of outdoor recreation including bicycling paths, walking trails, mountain biking, fishing, canoeing and cross-country skiing.
16
Start:Massachusetts Veterans' Memorial Cemetery
Agawam, Massachusetts·
5.0
(6) review
1390 Main St, Agawam, MA 01001-2572
17
Start:New England Air Museum
Windsor Locks, Connecticut·
4.5
(318) review
The New England Air Museum houses over 80 aircraft in three large hangars and outdoor display area, as well as an extensive collection of engines, instruments, aircraft parts, uniforms and personal memorabilia. Plan a visit today to check out exciting aircraft, displays, exhibits and programs that are perfect for all ages!
18
Start:The Hartford Flavor Company
Hartford, Connecticut·
4.5
(8) review
Come in in for a distillery tour, taste of spirits, and a cocktail! Our award-winning line of all natural Wild Moon Liqueurs are so unique and make amazing cocktails! Come see for yourself and have a totally unique experience in our wonderful tasting room!! Enjoy food and cocktails in our cafe after your tour or simply walk in to enjoy the deliciousness!!! Cheers!!!
19
Start:Dunkin' Park
Hartford, Connecticut·
5.0
(90) review
Dunkin' is America's favorite all-day, everyday stop for coffee, espresso, breakfast sandwiches and donuts. The world's leading baked goods and coffee chain, Dunkin' serves more than 3 million customers each day. With 50+ varieties of donuts and dozens of premium beverages, there is always something to satisfy your craving. Dunkin' is proud to serve Hartford, CT for all breakfast and snacking needs. Stop by today to try a classic favorite or a new featured product!
20
Start:First Church of Christ in Hartford
Hartford, Connecticut·
3.5
(9) review
60 Gold St, Hartford, CT 06103-2905
21
Start:Connecticut's Old State House
Hartford, Connecticut·
4.5
(79) review
Located in the heart of Hartford, Connecticut, this building served as a home to all three branches of Connecticut state government from 1796 to 1878. Some of our state’s most important stories of freedom, democracy, and civic action – from the Amistad and Prudence Crandall trials to the Constitutional Convention of 1818 – connect to this National Historic Landmark. Today, Connecticut’s Old State House serves as a history museum, gathering spot and place of civic exploration for thousands of local, national and international visitors each year We look forward to welcoming you soon!
22
Start:Bushnell Plaza Sculpture Garden
Hartford, Connecticut·
3.5
(7) review
1 Gold St, Hartford, CT 06103-2900
23
Start:Calder Stegosaurus Sculpture
Hartford, Connecticut·
5.0
(7) review
10 S Prospect St, Hartford, CT 06106-1937
24
Start:Charter Oak Landing
Hartford, Connecticut·
4.0
(7) review
50 Reserve Rd, Hartford, CT 06114-1610
25
Start:Cabela's
East Hartford, Connecticut·
4.0
(99) review
475 E Hartford Blvd N, East Hartford, CT 06118-1156
26
Start:Heirloom Market
Wethersfield, Connecticut·
3.5
(8) review
263 Main St, Wethersfield, CT 06109-1822
27
Start:Lara's Labyrinth
Wethersfield, Connecticut·
4.5
(20) review
860 Silas Deane Hwy, Wethersfield, CT 06109-3412
28
Start:Quarry Park
Rocky Hill, Connecticut·
4.5
(2) review
34A Old Main St, Rocky Hill, CT 06067-1502
29
Start:Central Rock Gym
Glastonbury, Connecticut·
4.5
(7) review
Located just outside of Hartford, CRG Glastonbury has 25,000 sq.ft of climbing, with walls reaching 40 feet in height, and featuring a one of a kind double arched lead wall and large bouldering area. Central Rock Gym is the largest indoor rock climbing gym in Connecticut but also offers yoga classes, fitness classes, exercise equipment, birthday parties, summer camps, kids climbing teams, after school programs, competitions, events, corporate outings, and much more.
30
Start:Codeword Escape
Rocky Hill, Connecticut·
5.0
(42) review
Immersive escape room for team building, birthday parties, date night, families, corporate events, wedding parties. Solve puzzles, find hidden objects and complete a mission in 60 minutes or less.
31
Start:Slipaway River Tours
Rocky Hill, Connecticut·
5.0
(4) review
Rocky Hill, CT
32
Start:Riverview Farms
Glastonbury, Connecticut·
1.0
(2) review
1287 Main St, Glastonbury, CT 06033-3153
33
Start:Minnechaug Golf Course
Glastonbury, Connecticut·
5.0
(4) review
16 Edison Ave, Glastonbury, CT 06033-1491
34
Start:Rose's Berry Farms, LLC
Glastonbury, Connecticut·
4.5
(36) review
295 Matson Hill Rd, Glastonbury, CT 06073-3411
35
Start:Wesleyan University
Middletown, Connecticut·
4.5
(48) review
Wesleyan Sta, Middletown, CT 06459-0001
36
Start:Fun In Trampoline Park
Middletown, Connecticut·
2.5
(6) review
653 S Main St, Middletown, CT 06457-4252
37
Start:Devil's Hopyard State Park
East Haddam, Connecticut·
4.0
(141) review
366 Hopyard Rd, East Haddam, CT 06423-1620
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What's the driving distance between Albany and Norwich?
The distance is 153 miles
What's the travel time between Albany and Norwich?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 3h 10m mins in normal traffic
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