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26h 25m1,481 miles27 stops
1
Betty's Bath and Day Spa
Betty's features two outdoor hot tubs and saunas, massages, facials, restorative spa treatments, lounge and relaxation areas in a xeriscaped garden setting, and a specialty boutique with natural and scintillating bath & body products as well as sassy and stylish affordable accessories.
2
Hinkle Fun Center
Hinkle Family Fun Center is Albuquerque's Premier Family Entertainment Destination located in sunny New Mexico. Hinkle Family Fun Center features two scenic 18 hole Miniature Golf Courses, a 1/8 mile twisting Go Kart Track, Rock Climbing, two Game Rooms and Prize Centers with over 150 redemption and arcade games, Bumper Boats, Bungee Jump Trampoline, a 4500 square foot black light themed Lazer Tag arena, XD Dark Ride, Lazer Frenzy, Bumper Cars, Light Space, Birthday Parties, Group Events and Cody’s Cafe too! Celebrating 25 years of making memories that matter!
3
Myriad Botanical Gardens
Myriad Botanical Gardens is one of Oklahoma City’s most beloved public spaces, offering its visitors a 15 acre natural escape in the heart of downtown. A half-acre children’s garden, an off-leash dog park, splash fountains, and paths for walking and jogging provide guests young and old with a place to seek solitude with nature, or seek community and the company of others. The Gardens offers a variety of horticultural education programs for adults and children. The centerpiece attraction of the Gardens is the Inasmuch Foundation Crystal Bridge Conservatory. Its unique design has earned attention and praise in the architectural community. It is 224 feet long, 70 feet in diameter, and is covered by 3,028 sections of translucent, double-layered acrylic panels. After an 18-month, $11 million renovation, it reopened to the public on November 18, 2022.
4
Brickopolis
5
Firelake Grand Casino
6
Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art
Founded in 1919, the Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art is one of the oldest museums in the state of Oklahoma. Father Gregory Gerrer, for whom the museum is named, was a Benedictine monk of considerable artistic talent. During Father Gerrer's travels to Europe, Africa and South America, he collected objects of artistic and ethnological value.
7
Scissortail Skydiving
Scissortail Skydiving has Oklahoma's only PERFECT SAFETY RECORD! Located in Shawnee, Oklahoma just 30 min east of OKC off I-40. Come see what Oklahoma looks like from 10,000 feet!
8
FireLake Casino and Entertainment Center
9
BOK Center
10
Vintage Sewing Center And Museum
11
Nellie Johnstone No. 1
12
Red Apple Bowling Bartlesville
13
Missouri Town Living History Museum
See what a progressive farming community, spread across some 30 sloping acres, looked like in the mid-1800s. Missouri Town 1855 is composed of more than 25 buildings dating from 1820 - 1860. This living history museum uses original structures, furnishings and equipment. Also depicting the 19th Century lifestyles are interpreters in period attire, authentic field and garden crops, and rare livestock breeds. Visit Missouri Town 1855 with professional living history interpreters to help you along your self-guided tour.
14
Great Rivers Scenic Route
15
World Chess Hall of Fame
The mission of the World Chess Hall of Fame is to educate visitors, fans, players, and scholars by collecting, preserving, exhibiting, and interpreting the game of chess and its continuing cultural and artistic significance. The World Chess Hall of Fame (WCHOF) celebrates one of the world's oldest and best-loved games through vibrant, engaging exhibitions and creative programming. A not-for-profit, collecting institution situated in the heart of Saint Louis, the WCHOF houses both the U.S. and World Chess Halls of Fame, which honor the accomplishments of the game's finest players. The organization presents exhibitions that explore the history of the game, as well as its remarkable impact on arts and culture. These unique shows and programs are designed to appeal to both the chess novice and expert, defying expectations and enhancing knowledge of the game. Along with those of its sister organization, the Chess Club and Scholastic Center of Saint Louis, the WCHOF's activities have distinguished Saint Louis as a national and international chess destination.
16
Constitution Trail
17
Twin Groves Wind Farm
18
Wrigley Field
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the legendary home of the Chicago Cubs with Wrigley Field Tours. Built in 1914, this must-see Chicago attraction houses more than 100 years of history. New this year, fans can join us on a non-gameday Ivy Tour which includes the opportunity to take a photo in front of Wrigley Field’s historic ivy wall.
19
Michigan Avenue Bridge
The view from the bridge is one of the best vistas the city has to offer.
20
The Retreat at Serendipity Province
The Retreat at Serendipity Province is a full service spa that is just waiting to take you away. At our Valparaiso, Indiana location, we have unique spa packages for couples or individuals. We offer massages, facials, nail treatments, body wraps, waxing and much more.
21
Old Lighthouse Museum
Explore the history of Michigan City and its relationship to Lake Michigan. Learn about lighthouses and their keepers, the harbor, shipwrecks and Indiana's lakeshore.
22
12 Corners Vineyards
For nearly a century, West Michigan has been the home of some of the most productive and picturesque fruit farms in the Midwest. Lake Michigan's "lake effect" has sheltered the fruit of our region from the harshness of winter - blanketing the fruit vines with snow and providing slightly warmer temperatures. 12 Corners Vineyards was started by a small group of friends who grew up in Michigan and recognized the uniqueness of a site just four miles off Michigan's famed "Gold Coast." The hamlet of Twelve Corners, Michigan is our namesake. We have an 115 acre estate planted with both vinifera and hybrid grapes. The vineyards are planted on soils of varying textures and slopes, bringing a distinct and pronounced terroir to the wines we proudly serve.
23
Centennial Park
24
Big Lake Brewing
Founded in 2009, we started as the brainchild of three engineers living in Holland, Michigan. Two of us were devoted home brewers for years, working in a garage with a Sabco Brewmagic and perfecting our recipes. That half barrel system eventually turned into a three barrel system in a 3000 square foot pub with sixty seats. With an emphasis on quality ingredients, consistent recipes, and a passion for quality control, our three barrel system soon turned into a seven barrel system with a small canning line. Within three years of opening the pub, demand grew and we opened a production facility with a fifteen barrel brewhouse. A year later we moved out of the 3000 square foot pub into a 7000 square foot brewery with a full kitchen. Growth hasn’t come easy for us, but with a foundation built around quality, consistency, and a passion for good beer, Big Lake Brewing has grown more than we could have imagined and we’re excited to see what the future holds. Live with passion, love life.
25
Altitude Endeavors, Inc.
Altitude Endeavors provides hot air balloon rides over the beautiful country side of Southwest Michigan and the Northern lower peninsula. Make the memory of a lifetime and schedule your Lighter-Than-Air adventure with AEi today!
26
Battle Creek Welcome Center
The Battle Creek Welcome Center is a must see stop on your visit to the area. Our friendly staff can offer valuable travel information about the area and our attractions. Take a photo in front of our cereal “selfie” wall and browse our gift shop with Kellogg, Battle Creek and Pure Michigan souvenirs. Free maps, visitor guides, coupon books, and restrooms.
27
Firekeeper's Casino
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OVERVIEW
Albuquerque to Grand Rapids
1
Start:Betty's Bath and Day Spa
Albuquerque, New Mexico·
4.5
(98) review
Betty's features two outdoor hot tubs and saunas, massages, facials, restorative spa treatments, lounge and relaxation areas in a xeriscaped garden setting, and a specialty boutique with natural and scintillating bath & body products as well as sassy and stylish affordable accessories.
2
Start:Hinkle Fun Center
Albuquerque, New Mexico·
4.0
(95) review
Hinkle Family Fun Center is Albuquerque's Premier Family Entertainment Destination located in sunny New Mexico. Hinkle Family Fun Center features two scenic 18 hole Miniature Golf Courses, a 1/8 mile twisting Go Kart Track, Rock Climbing, two Game Rooms and Prize Centers with over 150 redemption and arcade games, Bumper Boats, Bungee Jump Trampoline, a 4500 square foot black light themed Lazer Tag arena, XD Dark Ride, Lazer Frenzy, Bumper Cars, Light Space, Birthday Parties, Group Events and Cody’s Cafe too! Celebrating 25 years of making memories that matter!
3
Start:Myriad Botanical Gardens
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma·
4.5
(979) review
Myriad Botanical Gardens is one of Oklahoma City’s most beloved public spaces, offering its visitors a 15 acre natural escape in the heart of downtown. A half-acre children’s garden, an off-leash dog park, splash fountains, and paths for walking and jogging provide guests young and old with a place to seek solitude with nature, or seek community and the company of others. The Gardens offers a variety of horticultural education programs for adults and children. The centerpiece attraction of the Gardens is the Inasmuch Foundation Crystal Bridge Conservatory. Its unique design has earned attention and praise in the architectural community. It is 224 feet long, 70 feet in diameter, and is covered by 3,028 sections of translucent, double-layered acrylic panels. After an 18-month, $11 million renovation, it reopened to the public on November 18, 2022.
4
Start:Brickopolis
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma·
4.0
(96) review
101 S Mickey Mantle Dr, Oklahoma City, OK 73104-2480
5
Start:Firelake Grand Casino
Shawnee, Oklahoma·
3.5
(173) review
777 Grand Casino Blvd, Shawnee, OK 74804-1005
6
Start:Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art
Shawnee, Oklahoma·
4.5
(77) review
Founded in 1919, the Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art is one of the oldest museums in the state of Oklahoma. Father Gregory Gerrer, for whom the museum is named, was a Benedictine monk of considerable artistic talent. During Father Gerrer's travels to Europe, Africa and South America, he collected objects of artistic and ethnological value.
7
Start:Scissortail Skydiving
Shawnee, Oklahoma·
5.0
(13) review
Scissortail Skydiving has Oklahoma's only PERFECT SAFETY RECORD! Located in Shawnee, Oklahoma just 30 min east of OKC off I-40. Come see what Oklahoma looks like from 10,000 feet!
8
Start:FireLake Casino and Entertainment Center
Shawnee, Oklahoma·
3.5
(40) review
41207 Hardesty Rd, Shawnee, OK 74801-8694
9
Start:BOK Center
Tulsa, Oklahoma·
4.5
(907) review
200 S Denver Ave, Tulsa, OK 74103-5019
10
Start:Vintage Sewing Center And Museum
Tulsa, Oklahoma·
5.0
(97) review
5528 S Peoria Ave, Tulsa, OK 74105-6822
11
Start:Nellie Johnstone No. 1
Bartlesville, Oklahoma·
4.0
(7) review
201 S Cherokee Ave, Bartlesville, OK 74003-3649
12
Start:Red Apple Bowling Bartlesville
Bartlesville, Oklahoma·
5.0
(8) review
1414 S E Washingron, Bartlesville, OK 74006-4503
13
Start:Missouri Town Living History Museum
Lee's Summit, Missouri·
4.5
(99) review
See what a progressive farming community, spread across some 30 sloping acres, looked like in the mid-1800s. Missouri Town 1855 is composed of more than 25 buildings dating from 1820 - 1860. This living history museum uses original structures, furnishings and equipment. Also depicting the 19th Century lifestyles are interpreters in period attire, authentic field and garden crops, and rare livestock breeds. Visit Missouri Town 1855 with professional living history interpreters to help you along your self-guided tour.
14
Start:Great Rivers Scenic Route
Alton, Illinois·
5.0
(238) review
along Mississippi River, Alton, IL
15
Start:World Chess Hall of Fame
Saint Louis, Missouri·
4.0
(99) review
The mission of the World Chess Hall of Fame is to educate visitors, fans, players, and scholars by collecting, preserving, exhibiting, and interpreting the game of chess and its continuing cultural and artistic significance. The World Chess Hall of Fame (WCHOF) celebrates one of the world's oldest and best-loved games through vibrant, engaging exhibitions and creative programming. A not-for-profit, collecting institution situated in the heart of Saint Louis, the WCHOF houses both the U.S. and World Chess Halls of Fame, which honor the accomplishments of the game's finest players. The organization presents exhibitions that explore the history of the game, as well as its remarkable impact on arts and culture. These unique shows and programs are designed to appeal to both the chess novice and expert, defying expectations and enhancing knowledge of the game. Along with those of its sister organization, the Chess Club and Scholastic Center of Saint Louis, the WCHOF's activities have distinguished Saint Louis as a national and international chess destination.
16
Start:Constitution Trail
Bloomington, Bloomington-Normal, Illinois·
4.5
(95) review
Bloomington, Bloomington-Normal, IL
17
Start:Twin Groves Wind Farm
Normal, Bloomington-Normal, Illinois·
4.5
(3) review
13682 N 2900 East Rd, Normal, Bloomington-Normal, IL 61737-9401
18
Start:Wrigley Field
Chicago, Illinois·
4.5
(9953) review
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the legendary home of the Chicago Cubs with Wrigley Field Tours. Built in 1914, this must-see Chicago attraction houses more than 100 years of history. New this year, fans can join us on a non-gameday Ivy Tour which includes the opportunity to take a photo in front of Wrigley Field’s historic ivy wall.
19
Start:Michigan Avenue Bridge
Chicago, Illinois·
4.5
(985) review
The view from the bridge is one of the best vistas the city has to offer.
20
Start:The Retreat at Serendipity Province
Valparaiso, Indiana·
4.5
(9) review
The Retreat at Serendipity Province is a full service spa that is just waiting to take you away. At our Valparaiso, Indiana location, we have unique spa packages for couples or individuals. We offer massages, facials, nail treatments, body wraps, waxing and much more.
21
Start:Old Lighthouse Museum
Michigan City, Indiana·
4.5
(99) review
Explore the history of Michigan City and its relationship to Lake Michigan. Learn about lighthouses and their keepers, the harbor, shipwrecks and Indiana's lakeshore.
22
Start:12 Corners Vineyards
Benton Harbor, Berrien County, Michigan·
4.0
(95) review
For nearly a century, West Michigan has been the home of some of the most productive and picturesque fruit farms in the Midwest. Lake Michigan's "lake effect" has sheltered the fruit of our region from the harshness of winter - blanketing the fruit vines with snow and providing slightly warmer temperatures. 12 Corners Vineyards was started by a small group of friends who grew up in Michigan and recognized the uniqueness of a site just four miles off Michigan's famed "Gold Coast." The hamlet of Twelve Corners, Michigan is our namesake. We have an 115 acre estate planted with both vinifera and hybrid grapes. The vineyards are planted on soils of varying textures and slopes, bringing a distinct and pronounced terroir to the wines we proudly serve.
23
Start:Centennial Park
Holland, Ottawa County, Michigan·
4.5
(98) review
10th Street, Holland, MI 49423
24
Start:Big Lake Brewing
Holland, Ottawa County, Michigan·
4.0
(97) review
Founded in 2009, we started as the brainchild of three engineers living in Holland, Michigan. Two of us were devoted home brewers for years, working in a garage with a Sabco Brewmagic and perfecting our recipes. That half barrel system eventually turned into a three barrel system in a 3000 square foot pub with sixty seats. With an emphasis on quality ingredients, consistent recipes, and a passion for quality control, our three barrel system soon turned into a seven barrel system with a small canning line. Within three years of opening the pub, demand grew and we opened a production facility with a fifteen barrel brewhouse. A year later we moved out of the 3000 square foot pub into a 7000 square foot brewery with a full kitchen. Growth hasn’t come easy for us, but with a foundation built around quality, consistency, and a passion for good beer, Big Lake Brewing has grown more than we could have imagined and we’re excited to see what the future holds. Live with passion, love life.
25
Start:Altitude Endeavors, Inc.
Battle Creek, Calhoun County, Michigan·
5.0
(88) review
Altitude Endeavors provides hot air balloon rides over the beautiful country side of Southwest Michigan and the Northern lower peninsula. Make the memory of a lifetime and schedule your Lighter-Than-Air adventure with AEi today!
26
Start:Battle Creek Welcome Center
Battle Creek, Calhoun County, Michigan·
4.5
(9) review
The Battle Creek Welcome Center is a must see stop on your visit to the area. Our friendly staff can offer valuable travel information about the area and our attractions. Take a photo in front of our cereal “selfie” wall and browse our gift shop with Kellogg, Battle Creek and Pure Michigan souvenirs. Free maps, visitor guides, coupon books, and restrooms.
27
Start:Firekeeper's Casino
Battle Creek, Calhoun County, Michigan·
3.5
(864) review
11177 East Michigan Ave, Battle Creek, MI 49014-8904
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What's the driving distance between Albuquerque and Grand Rapids?
The distance is 1,481 miles
What's the travel time between Albuquerque and Grand Rapids?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 26h 25m mins in normal traffic
What are some of the best cities to visit between Albuquerque and Grand Rapids?
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Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to Grand Rapids?
There are plenty! Here are some stops you shouldn’t miss on your way to Grand Rapids
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The weather in Grand Rapids is generally mild year-round, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. See the links below for more information
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