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ITINERARY
4h 36m239 miles35 stops
1
Bureau Of Engraving And Printing
Headquartered in D.C., this is where money is printed.
2
Howard Theatre
3
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.
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
Ball's Bluff Battlefield and National Cemetery
A poignant and sobering reminder of a disastrous Union defeat during the Civil War.
7
Old Bust Head Brewing Company
Old Bust Head Brewing Company is an independent, solar-powered microbrewery in Fauquier County, VA west of DC. Our experience brewing traditional ales & lagers has helped us win awards in styles classic and creative. With beautiful views of slate roofed barns and refurbished campus-like brick buildings, Old Bust Head is part of a unique farm called ‘Vint Hill’ that for 50 years operated as a top secret military listening post. Familiar faces behind the bar share their love of craft in our 1950’s post & beam taproom while covered outdoor seating between our taproom and production area provides a welcoming environment for dogs and all-weather access to a rotating variety of food trucks.
8
Oatlands Historic House & Garden
A historic garden property administered by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. We are currently closed for our off season, but will reopen to the public on April 18, 2019.
9
Zephaniah Farm Vineyard
Zephaniah is a family owned Farm Winery on a forth generation working farm about 5 miles from historic downtown Leesburg, VA. The Vineyard is named for the wine maker's great grand father, Zephaniah Jefferson Hatch. We hand craft wines from estate grown grapes and a few select grapes grown by good friends and neighbors. Our primary tasting room is in our 200 year old Quaker built home. Our guests enjoy relaxed seated tastings of 6-8 wines which generally last one hour or more. Groups of 6 or more people require a reservation. Children must be closely supervised by an adult at all times. Leashed dogs are welcomed on our grounds but no dogs allowed in the tasting room. open hours: 12:00- 5:30 Friday, Saturday and Sunday and Federal Holiday Mondays.
10
Willowcroft Farm Vineyards
A winery where people can do wine-tasting and even volunteer with the harvest - a real hands-on learning experience.Celebrating over 34 years of wine making excellence, the vineyards at Willowcroft are located high atop the Catoctin Ridge on the southern tip of Leesburg, VA. We are Loudoun County's Original Winery, opened in 1984! Our picnic area boasts breathless panoramic views of Loudoun Valley and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Willowcroft's personal attention to detail, both in the vineyard and the winery, has resulted in national award-winning wines, time after time.
11
Casanel Vineyards & Winery
We are a small, family-owned and operated boutique winery located in Loudoun County. We specialize in small lot and experimental craft wines grown in the Middleburg American Viticultural Area. Reservations required for all limos and buses, as well as for groups of 8 or more. We provide a quiet atmosphere providing Virginia grown and made wine. Last call is 30 minutes before closing. Call our tasting room and or visit our website for our events, seasonal and holiday closings, and to schedule a visit!
12
The Fauquier History Museum at the Old Jail
Built in 1808, the front portion of the jail originally contained four cells, each of which was approved to house 40 prisoners. In 1823, after only 15 years of use, the 1808 jail was deemed insufficient and a new stone jail was built just to the rear of the older structure. The 1808 jail was then converted into a house for the jailor with a kitchen made of the leftover stones from the "New Jail" added in 1823. The rear structure contains original cells as well as an exercise yard, which was also used as a hanging yard. Hangings took place in the yard until 1896. This is one of the most perfectly preserved old jails in the Commonwealth, and was operated as a jail until 1966. Today, the Old Jail is a history museum focusing on the histories of the Town of Warrenton, Fauquier County, and the Commonwealth of Virginia. The artifacts that make up the museum's exhibitions have all been donated by generous local citizens.
13
Howard Peters Rawlings Conservatory and Botanic Gardens of Baltimore
14
Molon Lave Vineyards
15
Dry Goods Store
16
True Treats Historic Candy
17
Elements Wellness Spa
At Elements Wellness Spa, we specialize in combining beauty and wellness! In addition to relaxation massage, facials, waxing, lash/brow services, and spray tanning, we also offer therapeutic/sports/medical massage, an infrared sauna, himalayan salt walls (Halotherapy) in two treatment rooms, an oxygen bar, and small group self-care and fitness classes. Voted “Best of the Best of Culpeper” and “Best of Your Hometown” four years in a row, our wellness services are second to none.
18
Winchester Skating and Family Fun Center
19
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
20
I-81 Northbound Welcome Center
21
Blue Peacock Antiques
22
Historic Fort Loudoun Site
23
Virginia Discovery Museum
24
The Paramount Theater
25
James Monroe's Highland
Part of William & Mary, this historic site is the home of James Monroe, fifth president of the United States.
26
Trump Winery
Featuring over 1,300 acres of breathtaking scenery, Trump Winery is situated in the heart of the Monticello Wine Trail. Just a few miles from Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello, Trump Winery follows Jefferson’s footsteps in making new world wines inspired by the French wine regions of Bordeaux and Champagne. With a deep sense of place, Trump Winery ties together terroir and innovation, boasting nearly 200 acres of vines, large lakes, and rolling Blue Ridge views. We know that any visit to Trump Winery will be a treasured experience.
27
Blue Ridge Bucha
Blue Ridge Bucha's kombucha taproom is the first full-service kombucha taproom in the state of Virginia and one of just a handful on the East Coast. Patio is open for customers again. We are filling customer containers and offering tasting flights.
28
Waynesboro Golf and Games
Waynesboro Golf & Games has something for everyone. Our classic 18 hole mini golf course appeals to all ages, and our challenging par 3 course is a great place for a round of golf with family or friends. We offer drinks, snacks, and several classic arcade games in our clubhouse. Stop by and have some fun!
29
It's A Country Thing
30
Liberty Mountain Snowflex Centre
31
Carvins Cove Natural Reserve
32
Virtu Art Glass Studio
33
St. Andrew's Roman Catholic Church
34
Science Museum of Western Virginia & Hopkins Planetarium
Fun for the whole family, the Science Museum of Western Virginia features a tropical butterfly garden filled with butterflies from around the world; fun and interactive exhibits exploring Healthy Bodies, Healthy Earth and How It Works; live animals and the popular "FROGS"; the Living River & Touch Tank; and amazing traveling exhibits such as "TUTANKHAMUN: Wonderful Things From The Pharaoh's Tomb," running June 14-Dec. 31, 2014.
35
A Few Old Goats Brewing
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OVERVIEW
Alexandria to Roanoke
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:Howard Theatre
Washington DC, District of Columbia·
3.5
(98) review
620 T St NW, Washington DC, DC 20001-5117
3
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.
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: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.
7
Start:Old Bust Head Brewing Company
Warrenton, Virginia·
4.5
(89) review
Old Bust Head Brewing Company is an independent, solar-powered microbrewery in Fauquier County, VA west of DC. Our experience brewing traditional ales & lagers has helped us win awards in styles classic and creative. With beautiful views of slate roofed barns and refurbished campus-like brick buildings, Old Bust Head is part of a unique farm called ‘Vint Hill’ that for 50 years operated as a top secret military listening post. Familiar faces behind the bar share their love of craft in our 1950’s post & beam taproom while covered outdoor seating between our taproom and production area provides a welcoming environment for dogs and all-weather access to a rotating variety of food trucks.
8
Start:Oatlands Historic House & Garden
Leesburg, Loudoun County, Virginia·
4.5
(233) review
A historic garden property administered by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. We are currently closed for our off season, but will reopen to the public on April 18, 2019.
9
Start:Zephaniah Farm Vineyard
Leesburg, Loudoun County, Virginia·
5.0
(67) review
Zephaniah is a family owned Farm Winery on a forth generation working farm about 5 miles from historic downtown Leesburg, VA. The Vineyard is named for the wine maker's great grand father, Zephaniah Jefferson Hatch. We hand craft wines from estate grown grapes and a few select grapes grown by good friends and neighbors. Our primary tasting room is in our 200 year old Quaker built home. Our guests enjoy relaxed seated tastings of 6-8 wines which generally last one hour or more. Groups of 6 or more people require a reservation. Children must be closely supervised by an adult at all times. Leashed dogs are welcomed on our grounds but no dogs allowed in the tasting room. open hours: 12:00- 5:30 Friday, Saturday and Sunday and Federal Holiday Mondays.
10
Start:Willowcroft Farm Vineyards
Leesburg, Loudoun County, Virginia·
4.0
(59) review
A winery where people can do wine-tasting and even volunteer with the harvest - a real hands-on learning experience.Celebrating over 34 years of wine making excellence, the vineyards at Willowcroft are located high atop the Catoctin Ridge on the southern tip of Leesburg, VA. We are Loudoun County's Original Winery, opened in 1984! Our picnic area boasts breathless panoramic views of Loudoun Valley and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Willowcroft's personal attention to detail, both in the vineyard and the winery, has resulted in national award-winning wines, time after time.
11
Start:Casanel Vineyards & Winery
Leesburg, Loudoun County, Virginia·
4.5
(94) review
We are a small, family-owned and operated boutique winery located in Loudoun County. We specialize in small lot and experimental craft wines grown in the Middleburg American Viticultural Area. Reservations required for all limos and buses, as well as for groups of 8 or more. We provide a quiet atmosphere providing Virginia grown and made wine. Last call is 30 minutes before closing. Call our tasting room and or visit our website for our events, seasonal and holiday closings, and to schedule a visit!
12
Start:The Fauquier History Museum at the Old Jail
Warrenton, Virginia·
4.5
(78) review
Built in 1808, the front portion of the jail originally contained four cells, each of which was approved to house 40 prisoners. In 1823, after only 15 years of use, the 1808 jail was deemed insufficient and a new stone jail was built just to the rear of the older structure. The 1808 jail was then converted into a house for the jailor with a kitchen made of the leftover stones from the "New Jail" added in 1823. The rear structure contains original cells as well as an exercise yard, which was also used as a hanging yard. Hangings took place in the yard until 1896. This is one of the most perfectly preserved old jails in the Commonwealth, and was operated as a jail until 1966. Today, the Old Jail is a history museum focusing on the histories of the Town of Warrenton, Fauquier County, and the Commonwealth of Virginia. The artifacts that make up the museum's exhibitions have all been donated by generous local citizens.
13
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
14
Start:Molon Lave Vineyards
Warrenton, Virginia·
4.5
(80) review
10075 Lees Mill Rd, Warrenton, VA 20186-8425
15
Start:Dry Goods Store
Harpers Ferry, West Virginia·
4.0
(8) review
750 Shenandoah Street, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
16
Start:True Treats Historic Candy
Harpers Ferry, West Virginia·
4.5
(88) review
144 High St, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425-4102
17
Start:Elements Wellness Spa
Culpeper, Virginia·
5.0
(9) review
At Elements Wellness Spa, we specialize in combining beauty and wellness! In addition to relaxation massage, facials, waxing, lash/brow services, and spray tanning, we also offer therapeutic/sports/medical massage, an infrared sauna, himalayan salt walls (Halotherapy) in two treatment rooms, an oxygen bar, and small group self-care and fitness classes. Voted “Best of the Best of Culpeper” and “Best of Your Hometown” four years in a row, our wellness services are second to none.
18
Start:Winchester Skating and Family Fun Center
Winchester, Virginia·
4.0
(9) review
1629 Berryville Pike, Winchester, VA 22603-4815
19
Start:Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
Winchester, Virginia·
4.0
(96) review
181 Kernstown Commons Blvd, Winchester, VA 22602-5364
20
Start:I-81 Northbound Welcome Center
Inwood, West Virginia·
4.5
(8) review
Mile Marker 2, Inwood, WV 25413
21
Start:Blue Peacock Antiques
Winchester, Virginia·
3.5
(9) review
116 N Loudoun St, Winchester, VA 22601-4718
22
Start:Historic Fort Loudoun Site
Winchester, Virginia·
2.5
(9) review
419 N Loudoun St, Winchester, VA 22601-4829
23
Start:Virginia Discovery Museum
Charlottesville, Virginia·
4.0
(85) review
524 E Main St Downtown, Charlottesville, VA 22902-5336
24
Start:The Paramount Theater
Charlottesville, Virginia·
4.5
(99) review
215 E Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902-5231
25
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.
26
Start:Trump Winery
Charlottesville, Virginia·
4.0
(935) review
Featuring over 1,300 acres of breathtaking scenery, Trump Winery is situated in the heart of the Monticello Wine Trail. Just a few miles from Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello, Trump Winery follows Jefferson’s footsteps in making new world wines inspired by the French wine regions of Bordeaux and Champagne. With a deep sense of place, Trump Winery ties together terroir and innovation, boasting nearly 200 acres of vines, large lakes, and rolling Blue Ridge views. We know that any visit to Trump Winery will be a treasured experience.
27
Start:Blue Ridge Bucha
Waynesboro, Virginia·
4.5
(9) review
Blue Ridge Bucha's kombucha taproom is the first full-service kombucha taproom in the state of Virginia and one of just a handful on the East Coast. Patio is open for customers again. We are filling customer containers and offering tasting flights.
28
Start:Waynesboro Golf and Games
Waynesboro, Virginia·
4.5
(9) review
Waynesboro Golf & Games has something for everyone. Our classic 18 hole mini golf course appeals to all ages, and our challenging par 3 course is a great place for a round of golf with family or friends. We offer drinks, snacks, and several classic arcade games in our clubhouse. Stop by and have some fun!
29
Start:It's A Country Thing
Waynesboro, Virginia·
4.5
(9) review
101 Lucy Ln, Waynesboro, VA 22980-3276
30
Start:Liberty Mountain Snowflex Centre
Lynchburg, Virginia·
4.5
(84) review
4000 Candlers Mountain Rd, Lynchburg, VA 24502-2258
31
Start:Carvins Cove Natural Reserve
Roanoke, Virginia·
4.5
(95) review
9644 Reservoir Rd, Roanoke, VA 24019-7916
32
Start:Virtu Art Glass Studio
White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia·
5.0
(8) review
101 Main St W The Greenbrier., White Sulphur Springs, WV 24986-5063
33
Start:St. Andrew's Roman Catholic Church
Roanoke, Virginia·
4.5
(93) review
631 N Jefferson St, Roanoke, VA 24016-1401
34
Start:Science Museum of Western Virginia & Hopkins Planetarium
Roanoke, Virginia·
4.0
(94) review
Fun for the whole family, the Science Museum of Western Virginia features a tropical butterfly garden filled with butterflies from around the world; fun and interactive exhibits exploring Healthy Bodies, Healthy Earth and How It Works; live animals and the popular "FROGS"; the Living River & Touch Tank; and amazing traveling exhibits such as "TUTANKHAMUN: Wonderful Things From The Pharaoh's Tomb," running June 14-Dec. 31, 2014.
35
Start:A Few Old Goats Brewing
Roanoke, Virginia·
4.5
(9) review
515 8th St Suite 228, Roanoke, VA 24016-3530
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What's the driving distance between Alexandria and Roanoke?
The distance is 239 miles
What's the travel time between Alexandria and Roanoke?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 4h 36m mins in normal traffic
What are some of the best cities to visit between Alexandria and Roanoke?
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Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to Roanoke?
There are plenty! Here are some stops you shouldn’t miss on your way to Roanoke
What’s the weather like in Roanoke?
The weather in Roanoke is generally mild year-round, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. See the links below for more information
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