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ITINERARY
27h 30m1,521 miles41 stops
1
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.
2
Howard Peters Rawlings Conservatory and Botanic Gardens of Baltimore
3
Molon Lave Vineyards
4
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
5
Blue Peacock Antiques
6
West Oaks Farm Market
7
The Paramount Theater
8
James Monroe's Highland
Part of William & Mary, this historic site is the home of James Monroe, fifth president of the United States.
9
Allegany Fairgrounds
10
Greenbrier Historical Society and North House Museum
11
The Village Shops
12
Radius Rooftop Lounge
13
Farragut Folklife Museum
14
Junaluska Museum
15
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.
16
Tennessee State Museum
The Tennessee State Museum is located at the corner of Rosa L. Parks Blvd. and Jefferson Street at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. It is designed to bring history to life. It includes a “Tennessee Time Tunnel” chronicling the state’s rich history and leading visitors though the Museum’s permanent collection, a hands-on children’s gallery, six rotating galleries, a state-of-the art digital learning center and a two-story Grand Hall. Exhibitions include significant artifacts related to the state’s history, along with displays of art, furniture, textiles, and photographs produced by Tennesseans. The Museum's Civil War holdings of uniforms, battle flags and weapons are among the finest in the nation.There is no admission charge for visitors. Hours are subject to change. Please check our website at tnmuseum.org for the most up to date information on parking, exhibitions and events.
17
Franklin on Foot
Just minutes south of Nashville, Franklin is often cited as one of the most beautiful downtowns in the U.S. and Site of "the most famous battle you've never heard of," according to National Geographic. Our enthusiastic and knowledgeable guides are born storytellers who will make your visit an unforgettable experience. Our tours include the Classic Franklin, Civil War in Franklin, Grave Matters in the Cemetery, and our most popular, the Haunted Franklin Ghost Tour! Most tours are available Monday through Saturday by advance reservation; some tours have minimums. Just call and see how flexible and accommodating we can be!
18
Heritage Park Complex
19
Magic Wheels
20
Cooper-Young Historic District
21
Blues Hall Juke Joint
22
Jonesboro Shooting Sports Complex
Northeast Arkansas premier supervised shooting sports complex. Currently featuring: 21 covered outdoor pistol bays up to 50 yards. 18 covered outdoor rifle bays up to 200 yards. 3 trap fields with 3 skeet overlays. Bagged archery targets up to 75 yards. Coming soon: 6 additional trap fields. Three 5-stand fields. 20 target 3-D archery course. Stocked fishing pond. Clubhouses with classrooms, pro shop, concessions and covered patios.
23
Ultimate Air Trampoline Park
24
The Truck Patch
25
Robinson Center
26
Mystery Mansion Escape Room
Interactive Game of sleuthing intelligence. Bring your family, friends, or convention attendees for 60 minutes of sheer, heart pumping entertainment. Push your mind to its limits as you solve puzzles, find clues and crack codes to escape your fate. Great for team building, entertainment, date night and special occasions. Check out our website for details. Private bookings available. Hours Vary - Book online By Reservation Only. Children of any age are welcome to attend with family in a private room. For specific information, check out our FAQs on the website or feel free to call.
27
Lake Catherine State Park
Offers good hikes, but it can be humid.
28
Buckstaff Bathhouse
Experience timeless relaxation at the Buckstaff Bathhouse, the crown jewel of Hot Springs, Arkansas. Indulge in traditional mineral-rich thermal bath treatments in the longest continuously run bathhouse in the state.
29
John F. Kennedy Memorial Plaza
This simple monument to the slain president was built on a plaza adjacent to the Texas School Book Depository building.
30
Widowmaker Trail Rides
Horseback riding, photo shoots and events. By Appointment only. Our location is on Lake Grapevine between Dallas and Fort Worth. We offer a 2 hour ride for $100. We are also a premier photo shoot location with a starting fee of $100 per hour.
31
Lake Whitney State Park
Popular with fisherman for stripers and small mouth bass.
32
Little Shop on Bosque
The Little Shop on Bosque is the original home of Magnolia Market and offers last chance and slightly damaged items at a discount. The shop is stocked with everything from florals to vases, apparel to gifts, and so much more. *Please note that all sales at our Little Shop on Bosque are final. You cannot receive a replacement or refund on any sales.
33
Gatesville Civic Center
The Gatesville Civic is the perfect place to hold your next event. The Great Room will accommodate up to 500, banquet style, making it perfect for conferences, wedding receptions,parties or family reunions. The small meeting room will meet the needs of smaller groups. Both rentals include the use of the kitchen. The barn area can be rented in conjunction with the meeting rooms or separately.
34
San Gabriel River
35
Mel's Lone Star Lanes
New smoke free 40 lanes of bowling, arcade, party rooms and sports bar are the perfect place for any birthday party, group or family event big or small. Mel's Lone Star Lanes offers automated scoring, bumper bowling, cosmic bowling and an outstanding snack bar. CJ’s Sports Bar & Grill offers lounge seating on the bowling lanes, TV wall, billiards, shuffle board, darts and a full service restaurant for your enjoyment. Free WIFI available.
36
Mindspark Adventures and Escape Games
Mind Spark is a fully interactive and immersive experience unlike anything else you can do in Austin, Texas. Up to 12 participants will be locked in a room, and they must use their minds and teamwork to figure out their escape. Clues and riddles hidden throughout the room provide the tools necessary to win the game and get out of the room. As the clock ticks down and the pressure mounts, can you stay calm, can you escape?
37
Saxon Pub
38
Riley's Tavern
In September of 1933 J. C. (James Curtis) Riley, at the age of 17, drove to Austin, Texas from his home in Hunter, Texas, some 45 miles. He was in a Model "T" car with his uncle. The purpose of this trip was to obtain a beer license for his soon-to-be beer joint. It was now at the end of prohibition. He camped out on the steps of the Capital building and waited for it to open. He was the first person in line in Texas and got the first beer license! Riley kept the tavern operational until 1991, about 58 years. Prior to Riley taking over the place and before prohibition, the joint was known as the Galloway Saloon. The main part of the building has been dated around the mid-1800s. By the way, Riley's mother was a Galloway. Mr. Riley died in 1992 and is buried in York Creek Cemetery, not more than 2 miles from his joint and where he was born. Today the tavern is a Texas State and National Landmark and is ran by its current owners (purchased in 2004), by Joel & Angie Hofmann.
39
Little Ponderosa River Outfitters
40
Rusty Bugs and Roosters
41
Hinman Island Park
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OVERVIEW
Alexandria to Austin
1
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.
2
Start:Howard Peters Rawlings Conservatory and Botanic Gardens of Baltimore
Baltimore, Maryland·
4.5
(99) review
3100 Swann Dr Druid Hill Park, Baltimore, MD 21217
3
Start:Molon Lave Vineyards
Warrenton, Virginia·
4.5
(80) review
10075 Lees Mill Rd, Warrenton, VA 20186-8425
4
Start:Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
Winchester, Virginia·
4.0
(96) review
181 Kernstown Commons Blvd, Winchester, VA 22602-5364
5
Start:Blue Peacock Antiques
Winchester, Virginia·
3.5
(9) review
116 N Loudoun St, Winchester, VA 22601-4718
6
Start:West Oaks Farm Market
Winchester, Virginia·
4.5
(8) review
1107 Cedar Creek Grade, Winchester, VA 22602-2359
7
Start:The Paramount Theater
Charlottesville, Virginia·
4.5
(99) review
215 E Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902-5231
8
Start:James Monroe's Highland
Charlottesville, Virginia·
4.5
(966) review
Part of William & Mary, this historic site is the home of James Monroe, fifth president of the United States.
9
Start:Allegany Fairgrounds
Cumberland, Maryland·
4.5
(9) review
11490 Moss Ave, Cumberland, MD 21502-5306
10
Start:Greenbrier Historical Society and North House Museum
Lewisburg, West Virginia·
5.0
(97) review
814 Washington St W, Lewisburg, WV 24901-2029
11
Start:The Village Shops
Gatlinburg, Tennessee·
4.5
(998) review
634 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738-3241
12
Start:Radius Rooftop Lounge
Knoxville, Tennessee·
4.0
(9) review
Embassy Suites By Hilton 507 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902
13
Start:Farragut Folklife Museum
Knoxville, Tennessee·
4.5
(9) review
11408 Municipal Center Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934-2830
14
Start:Junaluska Museum
Robbinsville, North Carolina·
4.0
(26) review
1 Junaluska Dr, Robbinsville, NC 28771-8418
15
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.
16
Start:Tennessee State Museum
Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee·
4.5
(997) review
The Tennessee State Museum is located at the corner of Rosa L. Parks Blvd. and Jefferson Street at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. It is designed to bring history to life. It includes a “Tennessee Time Tunnel” chronicling the state’s rich history and leading visitors though the Museum’s permanent collection, a hands-on children’s gallery, six rotating galleries, a state-of-the art digital learning center and a two-story Grand Hall. Exhibitions include significant artifacts related to the state’s history, along with displays of art, furniture, textiles, and photographs produced by Tennesseans. The Museum's Civil War holdings of uniforms, battle flags and weapons are among the finest in the nation.There is no admission charge for visitors. Hours are subject to change. Please check our website at tnmuseum.org for the most up to date information on parking, exhibitions and events.
17
Start:Franklin on Foot
Franklin, Tennessee·
5.0
(995) review
Just minutes south of Nashville, Franklin is often cited as one of the most beautiful downtowns in the U.S. and Site of "the most famous battle you've never heard of," according to National Geographic. Our enthusiastic and knowledgeable guides are born storytellers who will make your visit an unforgettable experience. Our tours include the Classic Franklin, Civil War in Franklin, Grave Matters in the Cemetery, and our most popular, the Haunted Franklin Ghost Tour! Most tours are available Monday through Saturday by advance reservation; some tours have minimums. Just call and see how flexible and accommodating we can be!
18
Start:Heritage Park Complex
Clarksville, Tennessee·
4.5
(7) review
1241 Peachers Mil Rd, Clarksville, TN 37042-6702
19
Start:Magic Wheels
Clarksville, Tennessee·
3.5
(8) review
1671 Fort Campbell Blvd, Clarksville, TN 37042-3583
20
Start:Cooper-Young Historic District
Memphis, Tennessee·
4.0
(97) review
Cooper and Young Streets, Memphis, TN 38101
21
Start:Blues Hall Juke Joint
Memphis, Tennessee·
4.5
(97) review
174 Beale St, Memphis, TN 38103-3714
22
Start:Jonesboro Shooting Sports Complex
Jonesboro, Arkansas·
(0) review
Northeast Arkansas premier supervised shooting sports complex. Currently featuring: 21 covered outdoor pistol bays up to 50 yards. 18 covered outdoor rifle bays up to 200 yards. 3 trap fields with 3 skeet overlays. Bagged archery targets up to 75 yards. Coming soon: 6 additional trap fields. Three 5-stand fields. 20 target 3-D archery course. Stocked fishing pond. Clubhouses with classrooms, pro shop, concessions and covered patios.
23
Start:Ultimate Air Trampoline Park
Jonesboro, Arkansas·
3.0
(9) review
3223 Shelby Dr, Jonesboro, AR 72404-0647
24
Start:The Truck Patch
Jonesboro, Arkansas·
5.0
(9) review
906 Southwest Dr Suite B, Jonesboro, AR 72401-7051
25
Start:Robinson Center
Little Rock, Arkansas·
4.5
(99) review
Markham At Broadway, Little Rock, AR 72201
26
Start:Mystery Mansion Escape Room
Little Rock, Arkansas·
5.0
(901) review
Interactive Game of sleuthing intelligence. Bring your family, friends, or convention attendees for 60 minutes of sheer, heart pumping entertainment. Push your mind to its limits as you solve puzzles, find clues and crack codes to escape your fate. Great for team building, entertainment, date night and special occasions. Check out our website for details. Private bookings available. Hours Vary - Book online By Reservation Only. Children of any age are welcome to attend with family in a private room. For specific information, check out our FAQs on the website or feel free to call.
27
Start:Lake Catherine State Park
Hot Springs, Arkansas·
4.5
(502) review
Offers good hikes, but it can be humid.
28
Start:Buckstaff Bathhouse
Hot Springs, Arkansas·
4.5
(996) review
Experience timeless relaxation at the Buckstaff Bathhouse, the crown jewel of Hot Springs, Arkansas. Indulge in traditional mineral-rich thermal bath treatments in the longest continuously run bathhouse in the state.
29
Start:John F. Kennedy Memorial Plaza
Dallas, Texas·
4.0
(997) review
This simple monument to the slain president was built on a plaza adjacent to the Texas School Book Depository building.
30
Start:Widowmaker Trail Rides
Southlake, Texas·
5.0
(99) review
Horseback riding, photo shoots and events. By Appointment only. Our location is on Lake Grapevine between Dallas and Fort Worth. We offer a 2 hour ride for $100. We are also a premier photo shoot location with a starting fee of $100 per hour.
31
Start:Lake Whitney State Park
Whitney, Texas·
4.0
(99) review
Popular with fisherman for stripers and small mouth bass.
32
Start:Little Shop on Bosque
Waco, Texas·
3.5
(93) review
The Little Shop on Bosque is the original home of Magnolia Market and offers last chance and slightly damaged items at a discount. The shop is stocked with everything from florals to vases, apparel to gifts, and so much more. *Please note that all sales at our Little Shop on Bosque are final. You cannot receive a replacement or refund on any sales.
33
Start:Gatesville Civic Center
Gatesville, Texas·
4.5
(3) review
The Gatesville Civic is the perfect place to hold your next event. The Great Room will accommodate up to 500, banquet style, making it perfect for conferences, wedding receptions,parties or family reunions. The small meeting room will meet the needs of smaller groups. Both rentals include the use of the kitchen. The barn area can be rented in conjunction with the meeting rooms or separately.
34
Start:San Gabriel River
Georgetown, Texas·
4.5
(97) review
Georgetown, TX
35
Start:Mel's Lone Star Lanes
Georgetown, Texas·
4.5
(97) review
New smoke free 40 lanes of bowling, arcade, party rooms and sports bar are the perfect place for any birthday party, group or family event big or small. Mel's Lone Star Lanes offers automated scoring, bumper bowling, cosmic bowling and an outstanding snack bar. CJ’s Sports Bar & Grill offers lounge seating on the bowling lanes, TV wall, billiards, shuffle board, darts and a full service restaurant for your enjoyment. Free WIFI available.
36
Start:Mindspark Adventures and Escape Games
Austin, Texas·
5.0
(99) review
Mind Spark is a fully interactive and immersive experience unlike anything else you can do in Austin, Texas. Up to 12 participants will be locked in a room, and they must use their minds and teamwork to figure out their escape. Clues and riddles hidden throughout the room provide the tools necessary to win the game and get out of the room. As the clock ticks down and the pressure mounts, can you stay calm, can you escape?
37
Start:Saxon Pub
Austin, Texas·
4.5
(97) review
1320 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704-2387
38
Start:Riley's Tavern
New Braunfels, Texas·
4.0
(7) review
In September of 1933 J. C. (James Curtis) Riley, at the age of 17, drove to Austin, Texas from his home in Hunter, Texas, some 45 miles. He was in a Model "T" car with his uncle. The purpose of this trip was to obtain a beer license for his soon-to-be beer joint. It was now at the end of prohibition. He camped out on the steps of the Capital building and waited for it to open. He was the first person in line in Texas and got the first beer license! Riley kept the tavern operational until 1991, about 58 years. Prior to Riley taking over the place and before prohibition, the joint was known as the Galloway Saloon. The main part of the building has been dated around the mid-1800s. By the way, Riley's mother was a Galloway. Mr. Riley died in 1992 and is buried in York Creek Cemetery, not more than 2 miles from his joint and where he was born. Today the tavern is a Texas State and National Landmark and is ran by its current owners (purchased in 2004), by Joel & Angie Hofmann.
39
Start:Little Ponderosa River Outfitters
New Braunfels, Texas·
5.0
(5) review
2001 Ponderosa Dr, New Braunfels, TX 78132-2001
40
Start:Rusty Bugs and Roosters
New Braunfels, Texas·
4.5
(9) review
1243 Gruene Rd, New Braunfels, TX 78130-3003
41
Start:Hinman Island Park
New Braunfels, Texas·
4.5
(9) review
Hinman Island Drive, New Braunfels, TX 78130
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What's the driving distance between Alexandria and Austin?
The distance is 1,521 miles
What's the travel time between Alexandria and Austin?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 27h 30m mins in normal traffic
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Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to Austin?
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