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ITINERARY
10h 30m558 miles40 stops
1
Bureau Of Engraving And Printing
Headquartered in D.C., this is where money is printed.
2
Washington D.C. Temple & Visitors' Center
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.
3
Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center
4
AMC Worldgate 9
5
Escape Room Loudoun
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.
6
Iron Horse Antiques
7
ARTfactory
8
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.
9
2 Silos Brewing Co
10
The Cavalier Family Skating Centers USA
11
Colonial Beach Yacht Center
12
Hardywood Park Craft Brewery
13
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
14
Shockoe Bottom African Burial Ground
15
Rockwood Park
16
Drive Shack
Drive Shack offers the latest in sports and social entertainment with gaming and golf technology powered by TrackMan™, a chef-inspired menu and craft cocktails, and exclusive socially driven events. Each Drive Shack entertainment venue features expansive, climate-controlled, private driving bays with lounge seating; augmented reality range games and virtual course play.
17
Market Bazaar
18
Ilovekickboxing
19
General Grant's Headquarters at City Point
20
Weston Plantation
21
The Beacon Theater
22
Durham Bulls Athletic Park
23
North Carolina Museum of History
Explore more than 14,000 years of North Carolina history, from the state's earliest inhabitants through the 20th century. The major exhibition The Story of North Carolina features fascinating artifacts, multimedia presentations, and an interactive format for all ages. Other exhibits highlight the state's military history, sports heroes, decorative arts and more. Monthly programs include children's programs, craft demonstrations and family events. The Museum Shop, featuring North Carolina crafts, and the on-site restaurant Pharaoh's at the Museum are open daily. Admission is free, although some special exhibits require a fee. Free parking is available on weekends in the Jones/Edenton Street lot. Museum hours are Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m.
24
The Raleigh Market
Located on the historic N.C. State Fairgrounds, The Raleigh Market is recognized as one of the Top 10 flea markets in the U.S. Each weekend, indoor and outdoor vendors showcase vintage goods and antiques, collectibles, new items, thrift items, crafts, art, jewelry and so much more. Food trucks, farm stands and fair food ensure customers do not leave hungry! The Raleigh Market is open Saturdays and Sundays, 9 am - 5 pm. Admission and parking are free.
25
Game On Escapes & More
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.
26
Stephens Vineyard and Winery
27
Carolina Country Peddlers Mall
28
Exploration Station Children's Museum
Exploration Station is an interactive Children's Museum that invites children to explore the world around them directed by their natural curiosity. We believe that unstructured play in a child-centered environment invites children to have fun while they learn. The museum features over 13 exhibits focused on community roles and STEM-based themes. Exhibits include a Pirate Ship, Farm, Family Home, Grocery Store, School, Manufacturing/Shipping business, Bank, Engineering Lab, Stage, Toddler area, and more.
29
Shem Creek
30
Richard Petty Driving Experience
Get behind the wheel in one of our 8 – 80 lap driving programs or Ride-Along shotgun for 3 high-speed laps at over 20 tracks nationwide – including Darlington Raceway!
31
Darlington Raceway
Darlington Raceway is home of The Official Throwback Weekend of NASCAR and the iconic Southern 500. For tickets, please visit darlingtonraceway.com The Darlington Museum and Gift Shop is open Monday-Friday from 10:00AM - 4:00PM. Admission is $8.00 with children 12 and under free. Military discount $5 per person.
32
Soda City Market
Soda City Market is a producer-only market — vendors must make or grow their own products (including out of season/exotic fruits and vegetables, antiques, and vintage items). Everything sold at our market is unique, hand crafted, and produced in the Southeast. The market fields an average of 150 vendors per week, and over 400 unique vendors throughout the year! Soda City Market is Columbia’s weekly Main Street event inspired by traditional European street markets. In partnership with Founders Federal Credit Union, we’re open every Saturday morning 9 a.m. –1 p.m., year-round, rain or shine! Find everything you need to nourish your brain, body, and belly—and help establish Columbia as the real southern hotspot for locals and visitors alike. Soda City Market is a microcosm of Columbia, a melting pot of cultures, and an inviting community experience worth making a part of your regular weekend routine.
33
Boyhood Home of President Woodrow Wilson
The Woodrow Wilson Boyhood Home, a National Historic Landmark, is located at 419 7th St. within the boundaries of the Augusta Downtown Historic District. The Boyhood Home of President Woodrow Wilson serves as a house museum depicting the life of the 28th President as a boy growing up in Georgia during the Civil War and Reconstruction. As the oldest Presidential residence in the state, it serves as an educational facility and a historic attraction for the City of Augusta, the State of Georgia and the Nation. It is owned and operated by Historic Augusta, Inc.
34
Meadow Garden
Step back in time at Meadow Garden, home of George Walton, signer of the Declaration of Independence. Built in 1791, the historic house museum has been open to the public for more than 120 years. Guided tours are available Monday-Friday, 10:00AM to 4:00. Tours are available on Saturday by appointment.
35
4p Studios
36
Mastermind Escape Games
Experience what everyone is talking about when you escape a room at our Augusta location. Escape rooms are the newest trend in entertainment and when you play with us, you’ll see why. Get locked in a room, discover the way out, and have fun doing it!
37
Wedges and Woods Driving Range and Teaching Facility
38
Active Climbing
39
Club Velvet
40
Euchee Creek Park
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OVERVIEW
Alexandria to Augusta
1
Start:Bureau Of Engraving And Printing
Washington DC, District of Columbia·
4.0
(965) review
Headquartered in D.C., this is where money is printed.
2
Start: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.
3
Start:Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center
Potomac, Montgomery County, Maryland·
4.5
(96) review
11710 Macarthur Blvd, Potomac, MD 20854-1659
4
Start:AMC Worldgate 9
Herndon, Fairfax County, Virginia·
4.0
(98) review
13025 Worldgate Dr, Herndon, VA 20170-4374
5
Start: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.
6
Start:Iron Horse Antiques
Manassas, Prince William County, Virginia·
4.0
(9) review
9200 Prescott Ave, Manassas, VA 20110-5320
7
Start:ARTfactory
Manassas, Prince William County, Virginia·
4.0
(9) review
94119 Battle St., Manassas, VA 20110
8
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.
9
Start:2 Silos Brewing Co
Manassas, Prince William County, Virginia·
3.5
(93) review
9925 Discovery Blvd, Manassas, VA 20109-4000
10
Start:The Cavalier Family Skating Centers USA
Stafford, Virginia·
4.0
(9) review
1924 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Stafford, VA 22554-7217
11
Start:Colonial Beach Yacht Center
Colonial Beach, Virginia·
4.0
(9) review
1787 Castlewood Dr, Colonial Beach, VA 22443-3026
12
Start:Hardywood Park Craft Brewery
Richmond, Virginia·
4.5
(93) review
2408 Ownby Ln, Richmond, VA 23220-1319
13
Start:St. Paul's Episcopal Church
Richmond, Virginia·
4.5
(94) review
815 E Grace St, Richmond, VA 23219-3409
14
Start:Shockoe Bottom African Burial Ground
Richmond, Virginia·
4.5
(9) review
1554 E Broad St., Richmond, VA 23219
15
Start:Rockwood Park
Richmond, Virginia·
5.0
(9) review
3401 Courthouse Rd, Richmond, VA 23236-1438
16
Start:Drive Shack
Richmond, Virginia·
5.0
(65) review
Drive Shack offers the latest in sports and social entertainment with gaming and golf technology powered by TrackMan™, a chef-inspired menu and craft cocktails, and exclusive socially driven events. Each Drive Shack entertainment venue features expansive, climate-controlled, private driving bays with lounge seating; augmented reality range games and virtual course play.
17
Start:Market Bazaar
Midlothian, Virginia·
4.5
(5) review
10901 Hull Street Rd, Midlothian, VA 23112-3317
18
Start:Ilovekickboxing
Midlothian, Virginia·
5.0
(5) review
5203 Commonwealth Centre Pkwy, Midlothian, VA 23112-2623
19
Start:General Grant's Headquarters at City Point
Hopewell, Virginia·
4.5
(91) review
1001 Pecan Ave, Hopewell, VA 23860-1532
20
Start:Weston Plantation
Hopewell, Virginia·
4.5
(38) review
400 Weston Ln, Hopewell, VA 23860-2218
21
Start:The Beacon Theater
Hopewell, Virginia·
4.5
(54) review
401 N Main St, Hopewell, VA 23860-2935
22
Start:Durham Bulls Athletic Park
Durham, North Carolina·
4.5
(970) review
409 Blackwell St, Durham, NC 27701-3972
23
Start:North Carolina Museum of History
Raleigh, North Carolina·
4.5
(936) review
Explore more than 14,000 years of North Carolina history, from the state's earliest inhabitants through the 20th century. The major exhibition The Story of North Carolina features fascinating artifacts, multimedia presentations, and an interactive format for all ages. Other exhibits highlight the state's military history, sports heroes, decorative arts and more. Monthly programs include children's programs, craft demonstrations and family events. The Museum Shop, featuring North Carolina crafts, and the on-site restaurant Pharaoh's at the Museum are open daily. Admission is free, although some special exhibits require a fee. Free parking is available on weekends in the Jones/Edenton Street lot. Museum hours are Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m.
24
Start:The Raleigh Market
Raleigh, North Carolina·
4.0
(97) review
Located on the historic N.C. State Fairgrounds, The Raleigh Market is recognized as one of the Top 10 flea markets in the U.S. Each weekend, indoor and outdoor vendors showcase vintage goods and antiques, collectibles, new items, thrift items, crafts, art, jewelry and so much more. Food trucks, farm stands and fair food ensure customers do not leave hungry! The Raleigh Market is open Saturdays and Sundays, 9 am - 5 pm. Admission and parking are free.
25
Start: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.
26
Start:Stephens Vineyard and Winery
Lumberton, North Carolina·
3.5
(3) review
284 Smith Mill Rd, Lumberton, NC 28358-0382
27
Start:Carolina Country Peddlers Mall
Lumberton, North Carolina·
4.5
(19) review
3540 E Elizabethtown Rd, Lumberton, NC 28358-3350
28
Start:Exploration Station Children's Museum
Lumberton, North Carolina·
4.5
(32) review
Exploration Station is an interactive Children's Museum that invites children to explore the world around them directed by their natural curiosity. We believe that unstructured play in a child-centered environment invites children to have fun while they learn. The museum features over 13 exhibits focused on community roles and STEM-based themes. Exhibits include a Pirate Ship, Farm, Family Home, Grocery Store, School, Manufacturing/Shipping business, Bank, Engineering Lab, Stage, Toddler area, and more.
29
Start:Shem Creek
Mount Pleasant, South Carolina·
4.5
(9) review
Shem Creek, Mount Pleasant, SC
30
Start:Richard Petty Driving Experience
Darlington, South Carolina·
5.0
(6) review
Get behind the wheel in one of our 8 – 80 lap driving programs or Ride-Along shotgun for 3 high-speed laps at over 20 tracks nationwide – including Darlington Raceway!
31
Start:Darlington Raceway
Darlington, South Carolina·
4.5
(165) review
Darlington Raceway is home of The Official Throwback Weekend of NASCAR and the iconic Southern 500. For tickets, please visit darlingtonraceway.com The Darlington Museum and Gift Shop is open Monday-Friday from 10:00AM - 4:00PM. Admission is $8.00 with children 12 and under free. Military discount $5 per person.
32
Start:Soda City Market
Columbia, South Carolina·
4.5
(97) review
Soda City Market is a producer-only market — vendors must make or grow their own products (including out of season/exotic fruits and vegetables, antiques, and vintage items). Everything sold at our market is unique, hand crafted, and produced in the Southeast. The market fields an average of 150 vendors per week, and over 400 unique vendors throughout the year! Soda City Market is Columbia’s weekly Main Street event inspired by traditional European street markets. In partnership with Founders Federal Credit Union, we’re open every Saturday morning 9 a.m. –1 p.m., year-round, rain or shine! Find everything you need to nourish your brain, body, and belly—and help establish Columbia as the real southern hotspot for locals and visitors alike. Soda City Market is a microcosm of Columbia, a melting pot of cultures, and an inviting community experience worth making a part of your regular weekend routine.
33
Start:Boyhood Home of President Woodrow Wilson
Augusta, Georgia·
4.5
(94) review
The Woodrow Wilson Boyhood Home, a National Historic Landmark, is located at 419 7th St. within the boundaries of the Augusta Downtown Historic District. The Boyhood Home of President Woodrow Wilson serves as a house museum depicting the life of the 28th President as a boy growing up in Georgia during the Civil War and Reconstruction. As the oldest Presidential residence in the state, it serves as an educational facility and a historic attraction for the City of Augusta, the State of Georgia and the Nation. It is owned and operated by Historic Augusta, Inc.
34
Start:Meadow Garden
Augusta, Georgia·
5.0
(98) review
Step back in time at Meadow Garden, home of George Walton, signer of the Declaration of Independence. Built in 1791, the historic house museum has been open to the public for more than 120 years. Guided tours are available Monday-Friday, 10:00AM to 4:00. Tours are available on Saturday by appointment.
35
Start:4p Studios
Augusta, Georgia·
5.0
(1) review
3927 Roberts Rd, Augusta, GA 30907-2546
36
Start:Mastermind Escape Games
Augusta, Georgia·
5.0
(467) review
Experience what everyone is talking about when you escape a room at our Augusta location. Escape rooms are the newest trend in entertainment and when you play with us, you’ll see why. Get locked in a room, discover the way out, and have fun doing it!
37
Start:Wedges and Woods Driving Range and Teaching Facility
Augusta, Georgia·
5.0
(2) review
3731 Wrightsboro Rd, Augusta, GA 30909-9541
38
Start:Active Climbing
Grovetown, Georgia·
4.5
(6) review
643 S Old Belair Rd, Grovetown, GA 30813-5302
39
Start:Club Velvet
Augusta, Georgia·
3.5
(2) review
2306 Gordon Hwy, Augusta, GA 30909-9791
40
Start:Euchee Creek Park
Grovetown, Georgia·
4.5
(21) review
Harlem Grovetown Rd, Grovetown, GA 30813
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What's the driving distance between Alexandria and Augusta?
The distance is 558 miles
What's the travel time between Alexandria and Augusta?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 10h 30m mins in normal traffic
What are some of the best cities to visit between Alexandria and Augusta?
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Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to Augusta?
There are plenty! Here are some stops you shouldn’t miss on your way to Augusta
What’s the weather like in Augusta?
The weather in Augusta is generally mild year-round, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. See the links below for more information
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