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ITINERARY
11h 6m580 miles33 stops
1
Howard Theatre
2
Launch Entertainment Park - Herndon
Kids, teens, and adults alike will love the Park’s 25,000-square-feet of sports and entertainment space, which combines the thrill of a fun and an exciting sport. You’ll also find a ton of stuff: Trampoline, Extreme Dodgeball, Arcade Games, Obstacle Ninja Course, Virtual Reality, Go-Karting, Birthday Parties, and much more. Come and experience the Launch Way!
3
AMC Worldgate 9
4
Ned Devine's Irish Bar and Restaurant
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
ARTfactory
7
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.
8
2 Silos Brewing Co
9
Dynasty Brewing Company
Dynasty Brewing Company is located in the heart of Loudoun County, just south of One Loudoun. We pride ourselves on the quality of the beer we serve - from IPAs, to Sours, to Stouts - as well as the friendliness of our staff.
10
Ball's Bluff Battlefield and National Cemetery
A poignant and sobering reminder of a disastrous Union defeat during the Civil War.
11
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
12
Famous Limo
Famous Limo serves Virginia, Maryland, and West Virginia providing safe and stress-free transportation to and from Dulles, Reagan, BWI airports and rail stations with the best prices in the area. With our fleet of limousines and town cars we also specialize in wine tours, birthday parties, proms, weddings, days out, shopping, driving tours.
13
Winchester Ciderworks
English-style dry hard ciders hand-crafted right here in Winchester, Virginia, from Shenandoah Valley apples. We invite you to our tasting room to try our varieties of hard ciders. From limited edition barrel aged ciders to our signature Malice, you'll never look at hard cider the same way again.
14
Briede Family Vineyards
We are small boutique winery located in the Shenandoah Valley. We are a different winery in that we grow "Hybrid" grapes. Come sit and enjoy our charming venue with a glass of wine. Paul and I would love to share our passion for wine with you. Don't forget our selection of lovely sparkling wines and champagnes from around the world.
15
Rocking S Ranch
16
Grafton SkyTour at Aerie's Resort
17
Tuscan Sun Spa & Salon
Cheri Satterfield founded Tuscan Sun Spa & Salon with a passion for helping others to always feel both beautiful and confident. That's why for over 18 years, we've been offering a winning combination of the finest treatments and most innovative products to help you achieve your desired results. From laser liposuction to nail care and hair extensions, we're your one-stop shop where beauty meets wellness. So whether you're looking for youthful solutions, salon services, or spa treatments, the ideal experience can be found at each of our three West Virginia locations.
18
Splash Zone
19
Memorial Ice Arena
20
Little Creek Park
21
Teays Valley Stadium 10
22
Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co.
The first era of the Lexington Brewing Co. began in the 1890s and came to a halt during Prohibition, changing ownership several times in the decades that followed. By the time Pearse Lyons and his son, Mark, explored the brewery in 1999, it was a dilapidated shell of what it had once been. However, Pearse was a visionary and entrepreneur and saw only what it could be. Spurred by a passion for brewing and distilling that courses through the Lyons family lineage of Irish coopers, Pearse revived Lexington Brewing Co. and restored a craft beer tradition that dates back to the 1700s. Pearse continued to dream big as he set his sights on distilling — a natural progression given his background in fermentation, his family’s heritage and Kentucky’s bourbon tradition. Two copper pot stills that were commissioned from Scotland arrived at Lexington Brewing Co. in 2008. In 2012, Town Branch Distillery opened, first new distillery to be built in Lexington, Kentucky, in more than 100 yrs.
23
Fayette Mall
Fayette Mall is located at the intersection of Nicholasville Road and Reynolds Road. The mall is central Kentucky’s premier shopping destination with over 170 retailer and dining options including The Disney Store, H&M, Michael Kors, Sephora and The Cheesecake Factory. Fayette Mall also features a children’s play area located in Center Court. Mobile device charging stations can be found in the Food Court. WiFi is available at Starbucks, Dillard’s and Dick’s Sporting Goods. Customer Service Center is located inside the front entrance next to P.F. Chang’s. Visit shopfayette-mall.com for more information including a complete list of retailers, restaurants, entertainment options and a mall map.
24
Waveland State Historic Site
Experience 19th century plantation life at this historic compound where you can tour the mansion or "big house," see quarters where slaves lived, visit a smokehouse and other elements of daily life in the Old South.
25
Camp Nelson National Monument
Camp Nelson National Monument, the 418th unit of the National Park Service, preserves and interprets the historic and archeological resources of a U.S. Army supply depot that became one of the largest Civil War-era recruitment and training centers for United States Colored Troops and an African American refugee camp. The monument is a testament to the courage, resiliency, and perseverance of those seeking freedom from slavery and pursuing self-determination during and after the Civil War.
26
Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill
Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill is a landmark destination rooted in the spirit of the Kentuckians that called this place home for more than a century. Discover inspiring legacies, fresh-air adventures and spirited hospitality throughout Shaker Village's 3,000 acres. Onsite amenities include overnight accommodations, dining and catering services, retail shops, historical exhibitions and tours, a farm and garden area, a nature preserve, multi-use trail system, riverboat rides, equestrian stable and an extensive calendar of special programs, activities and events.
27
Kentucky Vietnam Veterans Memorial
This memorial to Kentuckians killed in Vietnam is a giant sundial whose shadows fall on every name on the anniversary of that soldier's death.
28
Floral Clock
29
Angel's Envy Distillery
Built in the heart of Louisville, the ANGEL’S ENVY Distillery is downtown’s first fully operational whiskey production facility. Co-founded in 2010 by the late Master Distiller Lincoln Henderson, ANGEL’S ENVY began as a passion project that combined their family’s deep-rooted passion for and knowledge of the industry with an innovative outlook on bourbon making and finishing. ANGEL’S ENVY opened the doors in 2016 and puts you in the center of our distilling process for a unique tour experience.
30
Antiques Attic
(812) 941-0437, open 11 to 5 EST.
31
Masterpiece Mixers Paint and Party Studio
Get out and get creative! Unleash your inner artist at our upbeat painting parties. Join a regular class or book a private party and our super fun instructors will walk you step-by-step in creating your masterpiece. Great for birthday parties, girls night out, date night, bridal showers, company events and more.
32
Sun Valley Golf Course
33
Riverside Farnsley-Moremen Landing
Historic farm site on the Ohio River. The centerpiece of the 300-acre property is the 1837 Farnsley-Moremen House. Guided tours available Tuesdays-Sundays (March-November) and Tuesdays - Saturdays (December-February).
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OVERVIEW
Alexandria to Louisville
1
Start:Howard Theatre
Washington DC, District of Columbia·
3.5
(98) review
620 T St NW, Washington DC, DC 20001-5117
2
Start:Launch Entertainment Park - Herndon
Herndon, Fairfax County, Virginia·
2.5
(7) review
Kids, teens, and adults alike will love the Park’s 25,000-square-feet of sports and entertainment space, which combines the thrill of a fun and an exciting sport. You’ll also find a ton of stuff: Trampoline, Extreme Dodgeball, Arcade Games, Obstacle Ninja Course, Virtual Reality, Go-Karting, Birthday Parties, and much more. Come and experience the Launch Way!
3
Start:AMC Worldgate 9
Herndon, Fairfax County, Virginia·
4.0
(98) review
13025 Worldgate Dr, Herndon, VA 20170-4374
4
Start:Ned Devine's Irish Bar and Restaurant
Herndon, Fairfax County, Virginia·
4.5
(8) review
2465 Centreville Rd, Herndon, VA 20171-4586
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:ARTfactory
Manassas, Prince William County, Virginia·
4.0
(9) review
94119 Battle St., Manassas, VA 20110
7
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.
8
Start:2 Silos Brewing Co
Manassas, Prince William County, Virginia·
3.5
(93) review
9925 Discovery Blvd, Manassas, VA 20109-4000
9
Start:Dynasty Brewing Company
Ashburn, Loudoun County, Virginia·
4.5
(7) review
Dynasty Brewing Company is located in the heart of Loudoun County, just south of One Loudoun. We pride ourselves on the quality of the beer we serve - from IPAs, to Sours, to Stouts - as well as the friendliness of our staff.
10
Start:Ball's Bluff Battlefield and National Cemetery
Leesburg, Loudoun County, Virginia·
4.0
(98) review
A poignant and sobering reminder of a disastrous Union defeat during the Civil War.
11
Start:Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
Winchester, Virginia·
4.0
(96) review
181 Kernstown Commons Blvd, Winchester, VA 22602-5364
12
Start:Famous Limo
Winchester, Virginia·
3.5
(6) review
Famous Limo serves Virginia, Maryland, and West Virginia providing safe and stress-free transportation to and from Dulles, Reagan, BWI airports and rail stations with the best prices in the area. With our fleet of limousines and town cars we also specialize in wine tours, birthday parties, proms, weddings, days out, shopping, driving tours.
13
Start:Winchester Ciderworks
Winchester, Virginia·
4.5
(16) review
English-style dry hard ciders hand-crafted right here in Winchester, Virginia, from Shenandoah Valley apples. We invite you to our tasting room to try our varieties of hard ciders. From limited edition barrel aged ciders to our signature Malice, you'll never look at hard cider the same way again.
14
Start:Briede Family Vineyards
Winchester, Virginia·
5.0
(11) review
We are small boutique winery located in the Shenandoah Valley. We are a different winery in that we grow "Hybrid" grapes. Come sit and enjoy our charming venue with a glass of wine. Paul and I would love to share our passion for wine with you. Don't forget our selection of lovely sparkling wines and champagnes from around the world.
15
Start:Rocking S Ranch
Winchester, Virginia·
5.0
(502) review
564 Glaize Orchard Rd, Winchester, VA 22603-2408
16
Start:Grafton SkyTour at Aerie's Resort
Grafton, Illinois·
5.0
(115) review
14 W. Main St. Grafton, Grafton, IL 62037
17
Start:Tuscan Sun Spa & Salon
Clarksburg, West Virginia·
3.5
(54) review
Cheri Satterfield founded Tuscan Sun Spa & Salon with a passion for helping others to always feel both beautiful and confident. That's why for over 18 years, we've been offering a winning combination of the finest treatments and most innovative products to help you achieve your desired results. From laser liposuction to nail care and hair extensions, we're your one-stop shop where beauty meets wellness. So whether you're looking for youthful solutions, salon services, or spa treatments, the ideal experience can be found at each of our three West Virginia locations.
18
Start:Splash Zone
Clarksburg, West Virginia·
4.5
(30) review
Wv-98 Veteran's Memorial Park, Clarksburg, WV 26301
19
Start:Memorial Ice Arena
South Charleston, West Virginia·
5.0
(8) review
20 R H L Blvd, South Charleston, WV 25309-8278
20
Start:Little Creek Park
South Charleston, West Virginia·
5.0
(9) review
Little Creek Park Rd, South Charleston, WV 25309
21
Start:Teays Valley Stadium 10
Teays Valley, West Virginia·
3.5
(8) review
170 Erskine Ln, Teays Valley, WV 25560-9751
22
Start:Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co.
Lexington, Kentucky·
4.5
(984) review
The first era of the Lexington Brewing Co. began in the 1890s and came to a halt during Prohibition, changing ownership several times in the decades that followed. By the time Pearse Lyons and his son, Mark, explored the brewery in 1999, it was a dilapidated shell of what it had once been. However, Pearse was a visionary and entrepreneur and saw only what it could be. Spurred by a passion for brewing and distilling that courses through the Lyons family lineage of Irish coopers, Pearse revived Lexington Brewing Co. and restored a craft beer tradition that dates back to the 1700s. Pearse continued to dream big as he set his sights on distilling — a natural progression given his background in fermentation, his family’s heritage and Kentucky’s bourbon tradition. Two copper pot stills that were commissioned from Scotland arrived at Lexington Brewing Co. in 2008. In 2012, Town Branch Distillery opened, first new distillery to be built in Lexington, Kentucky, in more than 100 yrs.
23
Start:Fayette Mall
Lexington, Kentucky·
4.5
(91) review
Fayette Mall is located at the intersection of Nicholasville Road and Reynolds Road. The mall is central Kentucky’s premier shopping destination with over 170 retailer and dining options including The Disney Store, H&M, Michael Kors, Sephora and The Cheesecake Factory. Fayette Mall also features a children’s play area located in Center Court. Mobile device charging stations can be found in the Food Court. WiFi is available at Starbucks, Dillard’s and Dick’s Sporting Goods. Customer Service Center is located inside the front entrance next to P.F. Chang’s. Visit shopfayette-mall.com for more information including a complete list of retailers, restaurants, entertainment options and a mall map.
24
Start:Waveland State Historic Site
Lexington, Kentucky·
4.5
(97) review
Experience 19th century plantation life at this historic compound where you can tour the mansion or "big house," see quarters where slaves lived, visit a smokehouse and other elements of daily life in the Old South.
25
Start:Camp Nelson National Monument
Nicholasville, Kentucky·
4.5
(67) review
Camp Nelson National Monument, the 418th unit of the National Park Service, preserves and interprets the historic and archeological resources of a U.S. Army supply depot that became one of the largest Civil War-era recruitment and training centers for United States Colored Troops and an African American refugee camp. The monument is a testament to the courage, resiliency, and perseverance of those seeking freedom from slavery and pursuing self-determination during and after the Civil War.
26
Start:Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill
Harrodsburg, Kentucky·
4.5
(730) review
Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill is a landmark destination rooted in the spirit of the Kentuckians that called this place home for more than a century. Discover inspiring legacies, fresh-air adventures and spirited hospitality throughout Shaker Village's 3,000 acres. Onsite amenities include overnight accommodations, dining and catering services, retail shops, historical exhibitions and tours, a farm and garden area, a nature preserve, multi-use trail system, riverboat rides, equestrian stable and an extensive calendar of special programs, activities and events.
27
Start:Kentucky Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Frankfort, Kentucky·
5.0
(95) review
This memorial to Kentuckians killed in Vietnam is a giant sundial whose shadows fall on every name on the anniversary of that soldier's death.
28
Start:Floral Clock
Frankfort, Kentucky·
4.5
(98) review
700 Capital Ave, Frankfort, KY 40601-3410
29
Start:Angel's Envy Distillery
Louisville, Kentucky·
4.5
(967) review
Built in the heart of Louisville, the ANGEL’S ENVY Distillery is downtown’s first fully operational whiskey production facility. Co-founded in 2010 by the late Master Distiller Lincoln Henderson, ANGEL’S ENVY began as a passion project that combined their family’s deep-rooted passion for and knowledge of the industry with an innovative outlook on bourbon making and finishing. ANGEL’S ENVY opened the doors in 2016 and puts you in the center of our distilling process for a unique tour experience.
30
Start:Antiques Attic
New Albany, Indiana·
4.0
(9) review
(812) 941-0437, open 11 to 5 EST.
31
Start:Masterpiece Mixers Paint and Party Studio
Louisville, Kentucky·
5.0
(9) review
Get out and get creative! Unleash your inner artist at our upbeat painting parties. Join a regular class or book a private party and our super fun instructors will walk you step-by-step in creating your masterpiece. Great for birthday parties, girls night out, date night, bridal showers, company events and more.
32
Start:Sun Valley Golf Course
Louisville, Kentucky·
(0) review
6505 Bethany Ln, Louisville, KY 40272-3757
33
Start:Riverside Farnsley-Moremen Landing
Louisville, Kentucky·
4.5
(38) review
Historic farm site on the Ohio River. The centerpiece of the 300-acre property is the 1837 Farnsley-Moremen House. Guided tours available Tuesdays-Sundays (March-November) and Tuesdays - Saturdays (December-February).
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What's the driving distance between Alexandria and Louisville?
The distance is 580 miles
What's the travel time between Alexandria and Louisville?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 11h 6m mins in normal traffic
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