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ITINERARY
4h 45m227 miles41 stops
1
Bureau Of Engraving And Printing
Headquartered in D.C., this is where money is printed.
2
Washington Monument
Dedicated to the first U.S. president, this 555-foot obelisk is an iconic American symbol that stands tall in the National Mall.
3
U.S. National Arboretum
Established in 1927 by an Act of the United States Congress, this national treasure contains 446 acres of fabulous flora and fauna and is especially known for its Asian, azalea and conifer collections.
4
Go-Kart Track
5
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Station
6
Silver Spring Library
7
Regal hyattsville
8
Forum Theatre
9
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.
10
Sri Siva Vishnu Temple
11
Daniels Ghost Town
12
Barracuda's Locust Point Tavern
13
Vagabond Players, Inc.
The organization has operated continuously for over 100 years making Vagabond Players the oldest continuously operating community theater in the United States. Founded in the early 1900’s as a part of the vanguard of America’s “Little Theater” movement, the organization has called its current location, the Vagabond Theatre, home for over 40 years. We have been an important part of the rich history of Fells Point and Baltimore City’s cultural landscape.
14
Howard Peters Rawlings Conservatory and Botanic Gardens of Baltimore
15
Cylburn Arboretum
16
Baltimore Clayworks
17
Smart Escape
Gather your escape crew of up to 7 players and come embark on an adventure of a lifetime! SmartEscape is a modern take on the “Escape Room” experience that ditches the standard lock and key hunt of traditional escape rooms. You and your crew have 60 minutes to find a variety of clues and solve interactive puzzles in order to successfully escape. Do YOU have what it takes to come out victorious?
18
Divine's Gravesite, Prospect Hill Cemetary
19
All In Adventures Escape Rooms
Your ultimate escape destination Bring your family, friends, and coworkers in for a fun filled experience. Explore together to find the hidden objects, decipher the clues, and unravel the puzzles to win. But you must move fast– 50 minutes goes by quickly! Perfect for date night, hanging out with friends, birthday parties, or as corporate team building activity. Book your adventure today!
20
Bengies Drive-In Theatre
21
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park
Urban Air Adventure Park is much more than a trampoline park. If you're looking for the best year-round indoor attractions in the Northeast Baltimore, Middle River, and White Marsh areas, Urban Air is the perfect place. With new adventures behind every corner, we are the ultimate indoor playground for your entire family. Take your kid's birthday party to the next level or spend a day of fun with the family and you'll see why Urban Air Adventure Park is the best place for jumping, climbing, riding, playing, and fun for all ages.
22
Andy's Eggs And Poultry
23
Horizon Cinemas
24
Harford Glen Park
25
Jurassic Mini Golf
26
Bel Air Farmers' Market
27
Independent Brewing Company
28
Bynum Run Park
29
Benjamin Rush Garden
30
Trinity Community Church
31
The Journey
32
Mt. Cuba Center
Mt. Cuba Center is a botanic garden that highlights the beauty and value of native plants to inspire conservation. Once the private estate of Pamela and Lammot du Pont Copeland, Mt. Cuba opened for general admission in 2013 and now spans 50 acres of gardens and over 1,000 acres of natural lands. It features captivating blooms along garden pathways in formal and woodland settings, picturesque meadows and ponds with stunning vistas, and three miles of scenic trails. Mt. Cuba is recognized as a leader in native plant research and open space preservation, having protected 15,000 acres in the mid-Atlantic region. Learn more at mtcubacenter.org.
33
Old City Hall
34
Philadelphia Distilling
35
Bury The Hatchet Cherry Hill - Axe Throwing
*Hours subject to change* Competitive axe throwing is a well known Canadian past time that's becoming increasingly popular in the United States. Simply put, it's like playing a game of darts, except with axes! At Bury The Hatchet you'll experience the thrill of launching an axe at a wooden target in a safe and fun environment. You and your best mates will spend two hours becoming intimate with a 1.5lb piece of whirling wood and metal as you learn, practice, and then finally square off toe-to-toe in a group tournament.
36
Princeton Battlefield State Park
37
Duke Island Park
38
Brick Reservoir
39
New Jersey Convention & Exposition Center
40
The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum
Through commemoration, exhibitions and educational programs, The National September 11 Memorial & Museum, a nonprofit in New York City, remembers and honors the 2,983 people killed in the horrific attacks of September 11, 2001, and February 26, 1993, as well as those who risked their lives to save others and all who demonstrated extraordinary compassion in the aftermath of the attacks.
9/11 Memorial, Open Daily, 7-days, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
9/11 Memorial Museum, Open Thursday–Monday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Thanksgiving and Christmas: Memorial Only, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Museum Closed
41
Chelsea Market
Chelsea Market is a world-famous food hall in the heart of New York City's Meatpacking District. Commonly featured in walking and food tours, the market has an array of dining options that draw both locals and travelers. Set aside a couple of hours to conquer the corridors of this sprawling indoor marketplace. Many travelers load up on fresh produce, prime cuts of meat, artisanal cheeses, and even imported Italian dry goods. For more elbow room, visit either early in the morning or late in the afternoon. Plus, keep a lookout for delicious free samples and the quaint bookstore on site. – Tripadvisor
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OVERVIEW
Alexandria to Jersey City
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 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.
3
Start:U.S. National Arboretum
Washington DC, District of Columbia·
4.5
(691) review
Established in 1927 by an Act of the United States Congress, this national treasure contains 446 acres of fabulous flora and fauna and is especially known for its Asian, azalea and conifer collections.
4
Start:Go-Kart Track
Bladensburg, Maryland·
3.5
(8) review
4300 Kenilworth Ave, Bladensburg, MD 20710-1214
5
Start:Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Station
Silver Spring, Montgomery County, Maryland·
4.0
(7) review
8100 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20910-4931
6
Start:Silver Spring Library
Silver Spring, Montgomery County, Maryland·
4.0
(77) review
900 Wayne Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20910-4390
7
Start:Regal hyattsville
Hyattsville, Maryland·
3.5
(8) review
6505 America Blvd, Hyattsville, MD 20782-2087
8
Start:Forum Theatre
Silver Spring, Montgomery County, Maryland·
4.5
(5) review
8641 Colesville Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20910-3916
9
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.
10
Start:Sri Siva Vishnu Temple
Lanham, Maryland·
4.5
(6) review
6905 Cipriano Rd, Lanham, MD 20706-3806
11
Start:Daniels Ghost Town
Ellicott City, Maryland·
4.5
(9) review
Old Alberton Road, Ellicott City, MD
12
Start:Barracuda's Locust Point Tavern
Baltimore, Maryland·
4.0
(9) review
1230 E Fort Ave, Baltimore, MD 21230-5105
13
Start:Vagabond Players, Inc.
Baltimore, Maryland·
5.0
(9) review
The organization has operated continuously for over 100 years making Vagabond Players the oldest continuously operating community theater in the United States. Founded in the early 1900’s as a part of the vanguard of America’s “Little Theater” movement, the organization has called its current location, the Vagabond Theatre, home for over 40 years. We have been an important part of the rich history of Fells Point and Baltimore City’s cultural landscape.
14
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
15
Start:Cylburn Arboretum
Baltimore, Maryland·
4.5
(91) review
4915 Greenspring Ave, Baltimore, MD 21209-4698
16
Start:Baltimore Clayworks
Baltimore, Maryland·
4.5
(9) review
5706 Smith Ave, Baltimore, MD 21209-3663
17
Start:Smart Escape
Towson, Maryland·
3.5
(8) review
Gather your escape crew of up to 7 players and come embark on an adventure of a lifetime! SmartEscape is a modern take on the “Escape Room” experience that ditches the standard lock and key hunt of traditional escape rooms. You and your crew have 60 minutes to find a variety of clues and solve interactive puzzles in order to successfully escape. Do YOU have what it takes to come out victorious?
18
Start:Divine's Gravesite, Prospect Hill Cemetary
Towson, Maryland·
4.0
(9) review
701 York Rd, Towson, MD 21204-2504
19
Start:All In Adventures Escape Rooms
Baltimore, Maryland·
3.5
(9) review
Your ultimate escape destination Bring your family, friends, and coworkers in for a fun filled experience. Explore together to find the hidden objects, decipher the clues, and unravel the puzzles to win. But you must move fast– 50 minutes goes by quickly! Perfect for date night, hanging out with friends, birthday parties, or as corporate team building activity. Book your adventure today!
20
Start:Bengies Drive-In Theatre
Baltimore, Maryland·
3.5
(65) review
3417 Eastern Blvd, Baltimore, MD 21220-2122
21
Start:Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park
Middle River, Maryland·
3.5
(8) review
Urban Air Adventure Park is much more than a trampoline park. If you're looking for the best year-round indoor attractions in the Northeast Baltimore, Middle River, and White Marsh areas, Urban Air is the perfect place. With new adventures behind every corner, we are the ultimate indoor playground for your entire family. Take your kid's birthday party to the next level or spend a day of fun with the family and you'll see why Urban Air Adventure Park is the best place for jumping, climbing, riding, playing, and fun for all ages.
22
Start:Andy's Eggs And Poultry
Fallston, Maryland·
5.0
(1) review
2601 Harford Rd, Fallston, MD 21047-2515
23
Start:Horizon Cinemas
Fallston, Maryland·
4.5
(20) review
2315 Bel Air Rd, Fallston, MD 21047-2740
24
Start:Harford Glen Park
Bel Air, Maryland·
3.5
(2) review
502 W Wheel Rd, Bel Air, MD 21015
25
Start:Jurassic Mini Golf
Bel Air, Maryland·
3.5
(9) review
331 Baltimore Pike, Bel Air, MD 21014-4122
26
Start:Bel Air Farmers' Market
Bel Air, Maryland·
5.0
(7) review
2 S Bond St, Bel Air, MD 21014-3746
27
Start:Independent Brewing Company
Bel Air, Maryland·
4.5
(89) review
418 N Main St, Bel Air, MD 21014-3509
28
Start:Bynum Run Park
Bel Air, Maryland·
3.5
(8) review
715 E Churchville Rd, Bel Air, MD 21014-3408
29
Start:Benjamin Rush Garden
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania·
4.0
(2) review
Corner of 3rd & Walnut Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19106
30
Start:Trinity Community Church
Hockessin, Delaware·
3.5
(2) review
Hockessin, DE 19707
31
Start:The Journey
Hockessin, Delaware·
(0) review
825 Loveville Rd, Hockessin, DE 19707-9508
32
Start:Mt. Cuba Center
Hockessin, Delaware·
4.5
(89) review
Mt. Cuba Center is a botanic garden that highlights the beauty and value of native plants to inspire conservation. Once the private estate of Pamela and Lammot du Pont Copeland, Mt. Cuba opened for general admission in 2013 and now spans 50 acres of gardens and over 1,000 acres of natural lands. It features captivating blooms along garden pathways in formal and woodland settings, picturesque meadows and ponds with stunning vistas, and three miles of scenic trails. Mt. Cuba is recognized as a leader in native plant research and open space preservation, having protected 15,000 acres in the mid-Atlantic region. Learn more at mtcubacenter.org.
33
Start:Old City Hall
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(99) review
Independence Mall, Philadelphia, PA 19106
34
Start:Philadelphia Distilling
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania·
5.0
(98) review
25 E Allen St, Philadelphia, PA 19123-1753
35
Start:Bury The Hatchet Cherry Hill - Axe Throwing
Cherry Hill, New Jersey·
5.0
(988) review
*Hours subject to change* Competitive axe throwing is a well known Canadian past time that's becoming increasingly popular in the United States. Simply put, it's like playing a game of darts, except with axes! At Bury The Hatchet you'll experience the thrill of launching an axe at a wooden target in a safe and fun environment. You and your best mates will spend two hours becoming intimate with a 1.5lb piece of whirling wood and metal as you learn, practice, and then finally square off toe-to-toe in a group tournament.
36
Start:Princeton Battlefield State Park
Princeton, New Jersey·
4.0
(92) review
500 Mercer Rd, Princeton, NJ 08540-4810
37
Start:Duke Island Park
Bridgewater, New Jersey·
4.5
(99) review
Old York Road, Bridgewater, NJ
38
Start:Brick Reservoir
Brick, New Jersey·
4.5
(93) review
811 Herbertsville Rd, Brick, NJ 08724-1048
39
Start:New Jersey Convention & Exposition Center
Edison, New Jersey·
3.5
(95) review
97 Sunfield Ave, Edison, NJ 08837-3810
40
Start:The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum
New York City, New York·
4.5
(97035) review
Through commemoration, exhibitions and educational programs, The National September 11 Memorial & Museum, a nonprofit in New York City, remembers and honors the 2,983 people killed in the horrific attacks of September 11, 2001, and February 26, 1993, as well as those who risked their lives to save others and all who demonstrated extraordinary compassion in the aftermath of the attacks.
9/11 Memorial, Open Daily, 7-days, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
9/11 Memorial Museum, Open Thursday–Monday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Thanksgiving and Christmas: Memorial Only, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Museum Closed
41
Start:Chelsea Market
New York City, New York·
4.5
(9849) review
Chelsea Market is a world-famous food hall in the heart of New York City's Meatpacking District. Commonly featured in walking and food tours, the market has an array of dining options that draw both locals and travelers. Set aside a couple of hours to conquer the corridors of this sprawling indoor marketplace. Many travelers load up on fresh produce, prime cuts of meat, artisanal cheeses, and even imported Italian dry goods. For more elbow room, visit either early in the morning or late in the afternoon. Plus, keep a lookout for delicious free samples and the quaint bookstore on site. – Tripadvisor
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FAQ
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What's the driving distance between Alexandria and Jersey City?
The distance is 227 miles
What's the travel time between Alexandria and Jersey City?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 4h 45m mins in normal traffic
What are some of the best cities to visit between Alexandria and Jersey City?
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Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to Jersey City?
There are plenty! Here are some stops you shouldn’t miss on your way to Jersey City
What’s the weather like in Jersey City?
The weather in Jersey City is generally mild year-round, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. See the links below for more information
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