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ITINERARY

7h 41m399 miles42 stops
1
Bureau Of Engraving And Printing
300 14th St SW, Washington DC, DC 20250
Headquartered in D.C., this is where money is printed.
2
Washington Monument
2 15th St. NW, Washington DC, DC 20560
Dedicated to the first U.S. president, this 555-foot obelisk is an iconic American symbol that stands tall in the National Mall.
3
AMC Worldgate 9
13025 Worldgate Dr, Herndon, VA 20170-4374
4
Iron Horse Antiques
9200 Prescott Ave, Manassas, VA 20110-5320
5
ARTfactory
94119 Battle St., Manassas, VA 20110
6
Shining Sol Candle Company
9109 Center St, Manassas, VA 20110-5405
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.
7
2 Silos Brewing Co
9925 Discovery Blvd, Manassas, VA 20109-4000
8
Hardywood Park Craft Brewery
2408 Ownby Ln, Richmond, VA 23220-1319
9
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
815 E Grace St, Richmond, VA 23219-3409
10
Malvern Hill Battlefield
9175 Willis Church Rd, Richmond, VA 23231-7821
11
Rockwood Park
3401 Courthouse Rd, Richmond, VA 23236-1438
12
General Grant's Headquarters at City Point
1001 Pecan Ave, Hopewell, VA 23860-1532
13
Weston Plantation
400 Weston Ln, Hopewell, VA 23860-2218
14
The Beacon Theater
401 N Main St, Hopewell, VA 23860-2935
15
Keystone Tractor Works
880 W Roslyn Rd, Colonial Heights, VA 23834-3547
16
Horse Trailer Hideout
1506 S Main St, Las Vegas, NV 89104-1122
17
Blackstone Emporium, Inc.
112 N Main St, Blackstone, VA 23824-1424
18
South Hill Model Train Museum
201 S Mecklenburg Ave, South Hill, VA 23970-2619
19
Colonial Center for the Performing Arts
220 S Mecklenburg Ave, South Hill, VA 23970-2624
The Colonial Theatre has a very special place in the history of our community and in the lives of many of our residents. It has weathered many storms and economic crises, as well as years of neglect at various times throughout its history. The Colonial is one of the few remaining vaudeville theatres of its era in Virginia and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
20
Lost Treasurers
213 W Danville St, South Hill, VA 23970-2523
21
Museum of Life + Science
433 W Murray Ave, Durham, NC 27704-3101
Located just blocks from downtown Durham, the Museum of Life and Science is one of North Carolina’s top family destinations. Situated on 84-acres, our interactive science park includes a two-story science center, one of the largest butterfly conservatories on the East Coast, and beautifully landscaped outdoor exhibits which are safe havens for rescued black bears, lemurs, and endangered red wolves. Other popular attractions include over 60 species of live animals, Dinosaur Trail, Ellerbe Creek Railway, Into the Mist, Hideaway Woods, and Earth Moves. The Museum of Life and Science is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
22
Boxcar Bar + Arcade
621 Foster St, Durham, NC 27701-2108
Boxcar Bar + Arcade is downtown Durham's ultimate arcade bar, boasting over 70 classic & modern arcade games including classic arcades, pinball, Skeeball, free-to-play console systems and more. We offer a full bar (including 24 rotating craft, American drafts) and our pizza kitchen offers a menu of fresh, made to order pizzas, salads and soft pretzels. Enjoy our covered patio seating area with outdoor games, live outdoor music on the weekends, free weekly tournaments, daily drink specials and so much more!
23
Durham Bulls Athletic Park
409 Blackwell St, Durham, NC 27701-3972
24
Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area
Hillsborough, NC
25
Destination Downtown
118 W Clay St, Mebane, NC 27302-2424
26
Perkins Orchards
5749 Barbee Rd, Durham, NC 27713-6709
27
BurMil Park
5834 Bur Mill Club Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410-9214
28
Center City Park
200 N Elm St, Greensboro, NC 27401-2402
29
Forest Oaks Country Club
4600 Forest Oaks Dr, Greensboro, NC 27406-9313
30
Safari Nation
3900 W Market St Suite - H, Greensboro, NC 27407-1368
Safari Nation is a Family Entertainment Center, also known as a Children’s Fitness Center. In 2012 in Greensboro, NC, Safari Nation was founded by a husband and wife who believed that parents needed a good place to take their children to play. The business soon became widely popular because of the clean, safe, and secure environment offered. It gives kids a chance to burn some energy, regardless of weather conditions outside, while parents can relax as their kids have some fun. All parents know of the importance of physical activity in childhood, and Safari Nation’s play areas encourage physical activity in a way that is fun. With a jungle gym, zipline, bumper cars, toddler playground and inflatables, children are more motivated to burn calories and stay fit as they laugh and play with others.
31
The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show - Greensboro, Nc
1 Marriott Dr Inside Greensboro-high Point Marriott, Greensboro, NC 27409-9040
America’s largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner theatre show is now playing! Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it!
32
Celebration Station
4315 Big Tree Way, Greensboro, NC 27409-2734
Celebration Station Greensboro, NC offers both indoor and outdoor attractions, two story video arcade, and restaurant. Celebration Station serves pizza, steak burgers, chicken salad, wings, kid meal options, and more. Outside attractions include go-karts, bumper boats, miniature golf, and batting cages. Inside enjoy our two story arcade.
33
High Point Museum
1859 E Lexington Ave, High Point, NC 27262-3451
A division of the High Point Public Library, the High Point Museum is dedicated to sharing Greater High Point's history, providing perspective for current issues, and strengthening the sense of community.
34
Kersey Valley High Ropes
1615 Kersey Valley Rd, Archdale, NC 27263-9412
The High Ropes Course contains two levels and a climbing tower. Level one has 19 elements 20ft high and level two has 19 elements 30ft high. Included in the ticket is 34ft high rock climbing wall. The course is designed to challenge participants and groups in great physical shape. You will need excellent upper body strength to get through this challenge course.
35
Salem Lake
1001 Salem Lake Rd, Winston Salem, NC 27107-1571
36
High Point Community Theatre
121 S Centennial St, High Point, NC 27260-5213
High Point Community Theatre has been bringing quality live theater to the Traid since 1975.
37
Tranquil Touch Spa/Salon
205 Westwood Ave, High Point, NC 27262-4321
38
High Point Theatre
220 E Commerce Ave, High Point, NC 27260-5204
39
Lam Museum of Anthropology, Wake Forest University
Palmer Hall, Carroll Weathers Drive, Winston Salem, NC 27109
Discover North Carolina's only museum dedicated to the study of global cultures. Explore stories of humanity, from ancient archaeological sites to the celebrations and struggles of today. Learn about peoples around the world through their everyday and ceremonial objects, and visual arts. Changing exhibits highlight the Museum's collections of nearly 30,000 archaeological and ethnographic artifacts from more than 350 cultures and 90 countries. Admission is free.
40
Twin Deer Antique Mall & Design
1100 Surrett Dr, High Point, NC 27260-8822
41
Recreation Billiards
412 W 4th St, Winston Salem, NC 27101-2805
42
Fort Dobbs
438 Fort Dobbs Rd, Statesville, NC 28625-1915
The only state historic site in North Carolina which interprets the French and Indian War.
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OVERVIEW

Alexandria to Hickory
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.
300 14th St SW, Washington DC, DC 20250
2
Washington Monument
Washington DC, District of Columbia·
4.5
(9509) review
Dedicated to the first U.S. president, this 555-foot obelisk is an iconic American symbol that stands tall in the National Mall.
2 15th St. NW, Washington DC, DC 20560
3
AMC Worldgate 9
Herndon, Fairfax County, Virginia·
4.0
(98) review
13025 Worldgate Dr, Herndon, VA 20170-4374
4
Iron Horse Antiques
Manassas, Prince William County, Virginia·
4.0
(9) review
9200 Prescott Ave, Manassas, VA 20110-5320
5
ARTfactory
Manassas, Prince William County, Virginia·
4.0
(9) review
94119 Battle St., Manassas, VA 20110
6
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.
9109 Center St, Manassas, VA 20110-5405
7
2 Silos Brewing Co
Manassas, Prince William County, Virginia·
3.5
(93) review
9925 Discovery Blvd, Manassas, VA 20109-4000
8
Hardywood Park Craft Brewery
Richmond, Virginia·
4.5
(93) review
2408 Ownby Ln, Richmond, VA 23220-1319
9
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
Richmond, Virginia·
4.5
(94) review
815 E Grace St, Richmond, VA 23219-3409
10
Malvern Hill Battlefield
Richmond, Virginia·
4.5
(36) review
9175 Willis Church Rd, Richmond, VA 23231-7821
11
Rockwood Park
Richmond, Virginia·
5.0
(9) review
3401 Courthouse Rd, Richmond, VA 23236-1438
12
General Grant's Headquarters at City Point
Hopewell, Virginia·
4.5
(91) review
1001 Pecan Ave, Hopewell, VA 23860-1532
13
Weston Plantation
Hopewell, Virginia·
4.5
(38) review
400 Weston Ln, Hopewell, VA 23860-2218
14
The Beacon Theater
Hopewell, Virginia·
4.5
(54) review
401 N Main St, Hopewell, VA 23860-2935
15
Keystone Tractor Works
Colonial Heights, Virginia·
5.0
(92) review
880 W Roslyn Rd, Colonial Heights, VA 23834-3547
16
Horse Trailer Hideout
Las Vegas, Nevada·
4.5
(6) review
1506 S Main St, Las Vegas, NV 89104-1122
17
Blackstone Emporium, Inc.
Blackstone, Virginia·
5.0
(9) review
112 N Main St, Blackstone, VA 23824-1424
18
South Hill Model Train Museum
South Hill, Mecklenburg County, Virginia·
4.5
(26) review
201 S Mecklenburg Ave, South Hill, VA 23970-2619
19
Colonial Center for the Performing Arts
South Hill, Mecklenburg County, Virginia·
5.0
(7) review
The Colonial Theatre has a very special place in the history of our community and in the lives of many of our residents. It has weathered many storms and economic crises, as well as years of neglect at various times throughout its history. The Colonial is one of the few remaining vaudeville theatres of its era in Virginia and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
220 S Mecklenburg Ave, South Hill, VA 23970-2624
20
Lost Treasurers
South Hill, Mecklenburg County, Virginia·
4.0
(2) review
213 W Danville St, South Hill, VA 23970-2523
21
Museum of Life + Science
Durham, North Carolina·
4.5
(921) review
Located just blocks from downtown Durham, the Museum of Life and Science is one of North Carolina’s top family destinations. Situated on 84-acres, our interactive science park includes a two-story science center, one of the largest butterfly conservatories on the East Coast, and beautifully landscaped outdoor exhibits which are safe havens for rescued black bears, lemurs, and endangered red wolves. Other popular attractions include over 60 species of live animals, Dinosaur Trail, Ellerbe Creek Railway, Into the Mist, Hideaway Woods, and Earth Moves. The Museum of Life and Science is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
433 W Murray Ave, Durham, NC 27704-3101
22
Boxcar Bar + Arcade
Durham, North Carolina·
4.0
(9) review
Boxcar Bar + Arcade is downtown Durham's ultimate arcade bar, boasting over 70 classic & modern arcade games including classic arcades, pinball, Skeeball, free-to-play console systems and more. We offer a full bar (including 24 rotating craft, American drafts) and our pizza kitchen offers a menu of fresh, made to order pizzas, salads and soft pretzels. Enjoy our covered patio seating area with outdoor games, live outdoor music on the weekends, free weekly tournaments, daily drink specials and so much more!
621 Foster St, Durham, NC 27701-2108
23
Durham Bulls Athletic Park
Durham, North Carolina·
4.5
(970) review
409 Blackwell St, Durham, NC 27701-3972
24
Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area
Hillsborough, North Carolina·
4.5
(97) review
Hillsborough, NC
25
Destination Downtown
Mebane, North Carolina·
4.5
(9) review
118 W Clay St, Mebane, NC 27302-2424
26
Perkins Orchards
Durham, North Carolina·
4.5
(9) review
5749 Barbee Rd, Durham, NC 27713-6709
27
BurMil Park
Greensboro, North Carolina·
4.5
(80) review
5834 Bur Mill Club Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410-9214
28
Center City Park
Greensboro, North Carolina·
4.5
(9) review
200 N Elm St, Greensboro, NC 27401-2402
29
Forest Oaks Country Club
Greensboro, North Carolina·
4.0
(9) review
4600 Forest Oaks Dr, Greensboro, NC 27406-9313
30
Safari Nation
Greensboro, North Carolina·
4.5
(73) review
Safari Nation is a Family Entertainment Center, also known as a Children’s Fitness Center. In 2012 in Greensboro, NC, Safari Nation was founded by a husband and wife who believed that parents needed a good place to take their children to play. The business soon became widely popular because of the clean, safe, and secure environment offered. It gives kids a chance to burn some energy, regardless of weather conditions outside, while parents can relax as their kids have some fun. All parents know of the importance of physical activity in childhood, and Safari Nation’s play areas encourage physical activity in a way that is fun. With a jungle gym, zipline, bumper cars, toddler playground and inflatables, children are more motivated to burn calories and stay fit as they laugh and play with others.
3900 W Market St Suite - H, Greensboro, NC 27407-1368
31
The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show - Greensboro, Nc
Greensboro, North Carolina·
5.0
(7) review
America’s largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner theatre show is now playing! Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it!
1 Marriott Dr Inside Greensboro-high Point Marriott, Greensboro, NC 27409-9040
32
Celebration Station
Greensboro, North Carolina·
3.0
(74) review
Celebration Station Greensboro, NC offers both indoor and outdoor attractions, two story video arcade, and restaurant. Celebration Station serves pizza, steak burgers, chicken salad, wings, kid meal options, and more. Outside attractions include go-karts, bumper boats, miniature golf, and batting cages. Inside enjoy our two story arcade.
4315 Big Tree Way, Greensboro, NC 27409-2734
33
High Point Museum
High Point, North Carolina·
4.5
(48) review
A division of the High Point Public Library, the High Point Museum is dedicated to sharing Greater High Point's history, providing perspective for current issues, and strengthening the sense of community.
1859 E Lexington Ave, High Point, NC 27262-3451
34
Kersey Valley High Ropes
Archdale, North Carolina·
5.0
(65) review
The High Ropes Course contains two levels and a climbing tower. Level one has 19 elements 20ft high and level two has 19 elements 30ft high. Included in the ticket is 34ft high rock climbing wall. The course is designed to challenge participants and groups in great physical shape. You will need excellent upper body strength to get through this challenge course.
1615 Kersey Valley Rd, Archdale, NC 27263-9412
35
Salem Lake
Winston Salem, North Carolina·
4.5
(97) review
1001 Salem Lake Rd, Winston Salem, NC 27107-1571
36
High Point Community Theatre
High Point, North Carolina·
4.5
(8) review
High Point Community Theatre has been bringing quality live theater to the Traid since 1975.
121 S Centennial St, High Point, NC 27260-5213
37
Tranquil Touch Spa/Salon
High Point, North Carolina·
5.0
(7) review
205 Westwood Ave, High Point, NC 27262-4321
38
High Point Theatre
High Point, North Carolina·
4.0
(5) review
220 E Commerce Ave, High Point, NC 27260-5204
39
Lam Museum of Anthropology, Wake Forest University
Winston Salem, North Carolina·
4.0
(9) review
Discover North Carolina's only museum dedicated to the study of global cultures. Explore stories of humanity, from ancient archaeological sites to the celebrations and struggles of today. Learn about peoples around the world through their everyday and ceremonial objects, and visual arts. Changing exhibits highlight the Museum's collections of nearly 30,000 archaeological and ethnographic artifacts from more than 350 cultures and 90 countries. Admission is free.
Palmer Hall, Carroll Weathers Drive, Winston Salem, NC 27109
40
Twin Deer Antique Mall & Design
High Point, North Carolina·
4.5
(8) review
1100 Surrett Dr, High Point, NC 27260-8822
41
Recreation Billiards
Winston Salem, North Carolina·
4.0
(9) review
412 W 4th St, Winston Salem, NC 27101-2805
42
Fort Dobbs
Statesville, North Carolina·
4.5
(97) review
The only state historic site in North Carolina which interprets the French and Indian War.
438 Fort Dobbs Rd, Statesville, NC 28625-1915

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What's the driving distance between Alexandria and Hickory?
The distance is 399 miles
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The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 7h 41m mins in normal traffic
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