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12h 36m649 miles33 stops
1
Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway
1 Susquehanna Street, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229-3735
Lehigh Gorge trains, a trademark of the Reading and Northern Railroad, take a 70 minute round-trip tour following the Lehigh River over bridges, through Glen Onoko, into the Lehigh Gorge State Park. High-rising cliffs and mountain scenery surround the train along the route to Old Penn Haven. You will see hikers, rafters, mountain bikers, and wildlife along the railroad. You will learn about railroad lore, wildlife, the history of the anthracite coal region, and the people who launched America into the Industrial Age. Seasonal days and hours apply throughout the year. Call for more information or visit our website for current schedules.
2
Knead It Massage & Bodyworks
21 Springhouse Rd, Ephrata, PA 17522-8435
Welcome to Knead It Massage & Bodyworks, Serving the Lancaster, PA area. We offer an environment that will enhance your physical and mental well-being. Our services include Therapeutic Massage, Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue, Hot Stone, Sports Massage, Pregnancy Massage, Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Chair Massage and Body Wraps.
3
Seiverling Museum, LLC Car and Pedal Car Museum
66 Lancaster Ave, Ephrata, PA 17522-1708
The museum exhibits include a pedal car collection and a small collection of antique cars. The toy pedal car collection consists of kids pedal cars not only from America, but also from England, Canada, France, Italy, and even Russia. Pedal cars, pedal fire trucks, pedal tractors, pedal planes, a pedal boat and a pedal bull dozer are part of the museum display. We are open by appointment only or advertised "Open House".
4
Wolf Sanctuary of PA
465 Speedwell Forge Rd, Lititz, PA 17543-9537
Wolf Sanctuary of PA is dedicated to providing as near a natural life home to the wolves and wolf hybrids that live here. We hope to share educational information with our visitors and introduce you to the world of the wolf.
5
Escape Room Loudoun
46950 Jennings Farm Dr 290, Sterling, VA 20164-8679
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
Sideling Hill Overlook & Rest Area
I-68, Cumberland, MD
7
The Paramount Theater
215 E Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902-5231
8
Carvins Cove Natural Reserve
9644 Reservoir Rd, Roanoke, VA 24019-7916
9
Greenbrier Historical Society and North House Museum
814 Washington St W, Lewisburg, WV 24901-2029
10
Downtown Mt. Airy
190 Virginia St, Mount Airy, NC 27030
11
Remember When Antiques
225 N Main St, Mount Airy, NC 27030-3809
12
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.
13
Bella Lago Spa
550 Brawley School Rd, Mooresville, NC 28117-9120
14
The Kilted Buffalo
119 Landings Dr Suite #101, Mooresville, NC 28117-7643
15
Historic Rosedale
3427 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28206-2052
Built in 1815, Historic Rosedale is a Federal style home surrounded by 9 acres of spectacular gardens and lush green space located just 3 miles north of Charlotte City Centre. Guided tours of the historic house are available every Friday 11:30am, and 1:00pm, and the last Saturday of the month at 11:30am and 1:00pm. Self-guided grounds only tours are available Wednesday - Friday from 10:00am to 2:30pm, (garden tours only does not include admission to historic house).
16
Bojangles' Coliseum
2700 E Independence Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28205-6925
Located in Charlotte, NC - Since 1955, Bojangles' Coliseum has hosted concerts, family shows, conferences, sports events, and Charlotte Checkers hockey.
17
Wooden Robot Brewery
1440 S Tryon St Suite 110, Charlotte, NC 28203-4262
18
Inner Peaks Climbing Center
9535 Monroe Rd Ste 170, Charlotte, NC 28270-2447
19
Sycamore Brewing
2161 Hawkins St, Charlotte, NC 28203-5395
A small family owned brewery featuring an inviting taproom and beer garden. Serving a large selection of fresh craft beer brewed on-site as well as wine. Located directly on the light rail trail (Blue Line) a short walk from the East West stop.
20
Sun Valley 14
6449 Old Monroe Rd, Indian Trail, NC 28079-5348
21
Sugar Creek Brewing Company
215 Southside Dr, Charlotte, NC 28217-1727
Sugar Creek Brewing Co. Bringing Belgian-inspired beer to the Carolinas and beyond, Sugar Creek Brewing Company combines the watchful eye of a Trappist Monk with the technical precision of nuclear engineering to craft fresh, full-flavored beers that are immensely satisfying and intensely drinkable. Using unique combinations of aromatic yeast strains, domestic and imported hops and award-winning malt varietys, Sugar Creek infuses traditional recipes with modern tastes and techniques to create beer that nourishes both mind and body. Sugar Creek Tap Room Mon-Wed: 4pm - 9pm Thursday: 4pm - 10pm Friday: 2pm - 10pm Saturday: 11am- 10pm Sunday: 12pm - 8pm Tighten the ropes and raise the sails, the Sugar Creek Brewing Co. Tap room is where your exploration begins! We have constructed a large taproom and private event room and staffed it with kind, courteous and knowledgeable beertenders. On tap you will find all of our year-round beers as well as seasonal and small-batch releases. Beers are available by the glass, 4 oz. Tasting flights, and growler fills via our Pegas CrafTap growler filler. The taproom is open for exploration seven days a week! Sugar Creek Private Event Room Adjacent to our taproom is our 1700 sqft private event room, complete with a private outdoor patio, private bar, and overhead projector. Private events are available seven days a week, for parties as small as 15 people. In addition to offering a full range of our favorite beers, Sugar Creek is happy to provide food services or accommodate outside catering.
22
President James K. Polk State Historic Site
12031 Lancaster Hwy, Pineville, NC 28134-8376
This site is located on land once owned by the parents of James K. Polk, the 11th U.S. president. The state historic site commemorates significant events in the Polk administration: the Mexican-American War, settlement of the Oregon boundary dispute, and the annexation of California. Reconstructions of typical homestead buildings—a log house, separate kitchen, and barn—are authentically furnished. The visitor center features a film on Polk's life and exhibits on his family and tumultuous presidency.
23
Rotary Centennial Pavilion
111 N South St, Gastonia, NC 28052-4152
24
American Military Museum
109 W 2nd Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052-4363
25
Harbortowne Marina
220 Commodore Ct, Belmont, NC 28012-8869
26
Waxhaw Antique Mart
101 E South Main St, Waxhaw, NC 28173-7013
27
JAARS Museum of the Alphabet
6409 Davis Rd, Waxhaw, NC 28173-8407
28
Tega Cay Marina
1 Marina Drive, Tega Cay, SC
29
Ebenezer Park
4490 Boatshore Rd, Rock Hill, SC 29732-9603
A county park located on the shores of Lake Wylie. The park offers 66 full hook-up campsites, picnic shelters, beach, swimming, basketball, beach volleyball, 3 boat ramps and fishing pier.
30
Fountain Park
East Main Street, Rock Hill, SC 29730
31
Soda City Market
1300-1600 Main St, Columbia, SC 29201-3204
Soda City Market is a producer-only market — vendors must make or grow their own products (including out of season/exotic fruits and vegetables, antiques, and vintage items). Everything sold at our market is unique, hand crafted, and produced in the Southeast. The market fields an average of 150 vendors per week, and over 400 unique vendors throughout the year! Soda City Market is Columbia’s weekly Main Street event inspired by traditional European street markets. In partnership with Founders Federal Credit Union, we’re open every Saturday morning 9 a.m. –1 p.m., year-round, rain or shine! Find everything you need to nourish your brain, body, and belly—and help establish Columbia as the real southern hotspot for locals and visitors alike. Soda City Market is a microcosm of Columbia, a melting pot of cultures, and an inviting community experience worth making a part of your regular weekend routine.
32
Adluh Flour Mill
804 Gervais St, Columbia, SC 29201-3126
33
South Carolina Military Museum
1 National Guard Rd, Columbia, SC 29201-4752
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OVERVIEW

Allentown to Columbia
1
Start:Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway
Jim Thorpe, Pocono Mountains Region, Pennsylvania·
4.0
(955) review
Lehigh Gorge trains, a trademark of the Reading and Northern Railroad, take a 70 minute round-trip tour following the Lehigh River over bridges, through Glen Onoko, into the Lehigh Gorge State Park. High-rising cliffs and mountain scenery surround the train along the route to Old Penn Haven. You will see hikers, rafters, mountain bikers, and wildlife along the railroad. You will learn about railroad lore, wildlife, the history of the anthracite coal region, and the people who launched America into the Industrial Age. Seasonal days and hours apply throughout the year. Call for more information or visit our website for current schedules.
1 Susquehanna Street, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229-3735
2
Knead It Massage & Bodyworks
Ephrata, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(9) review
Welcome to Knead It Massage & Bodyworks, Serving the Lancaster, PA area. We offer an environment that will enhance your physical and mental well-being. Our services include Therapeutic Massage, Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue, Hot Stone, Sports Massage, Pregnancy Massage, Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Chair Massage and Body Wraps.
21 Springhouse Rd, Ephrata, PA 17522-8435
3
Seiverling Museum, LLC Car and Pedal Car Museum
Ephrata, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(9) review
The museum exhibits include a pedal car collection and a small collection of antique cars. The toy pedal car collection consists of kids pedal cars not only from America, but also from England, Canada, France, Italy, and even Russia. Pedal cars, pedal fire trucks, pedal tractors, pedal planes, a pedal boat and a pedal bull dozer are part of the museum display. We are open by appointment only or advertised "Open House".
66 Lancaster Ave, Ephrata, PA 17522-1708
4
Wolf Sanctuary of PA
Lititz, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(967) review
Wolf Sanctuary of PA is dedicated to providing as near a natural life home to the wolves and wolf hybrids that live here. We hope to share educational information with our visitors and introduce you to the world of the wolf.
465 Speedwell Forge Rd, Lititz, PA 17543-9537
5
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.
46950 Jennings Farm Dr 290, Sterling, VA 20164-8679
6
Sideling Hill Overlook & Rest Area
Cumberland, Maryland·
4.5
(99) review
I-68, Cumberland, MD
7
The Paramount Theater
Charlottesville, Virginia·
4.5
(99) review
215 E Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902-5231
8
Carvins Cove Natural Reserve
Roanoke, Virginia·
4.5
(95) review
9644 Reservoir Rd, Roanoke, VA 24019-7916
9
Greenbrier Historical Society and North House Museum
Lewisburg, West Virginia·
5.0
(97) review
814 Washington St W, Lewisburg, WV 24901-2029
10
Downtown Mt. Airy
Mount Airy, North Carolina·
4.5
(540) review
190 Virginia St, Mount Airy, NC 27030
11
Remember When Antiques
Mount Airy, North Carolina·
4.5
(7) review
225 N Main St, Mount Airy, NC 27030-3809
12
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
13
Bella Lago Spa
Mooresville, North Carolina·
3.5
(9) review
550 Brawley School Rd, Mooresville, NC 28117-9120
14
The Kilted Buffalo
Mooresville, North Carolina·
4.0
(9) review
119 Landings Dr Suite #101, Mooresville, NC 28117-7643
15
Historic Rosedale
Charlotte, North Carolina·
4.5
(93) review
Built in 1815, Historic Rosedale is a Federal style home surrounded by 9 acres of spectacular gardens and lush green space located just 3 miles north of Charlotte City Centre. Guided tours of the historic house are available every Friday 11:30am, and 1:00pm, and the last Saturday of the month at 11:30am and 1:00pm. Self-guided grounds only tours are available Wednesday - Friday from 10:00am to 2:30pm, (garden tours only does not include admission to historic house).
3427 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28206-2052
16
Bojangles' Coliseum
Charlotte, North Carolina·
4.0
(98) review
Located in Charlotte, NC - Since 1955, Bojangles' Coliseum has hosted concerts, family shows, conferences, sports events, and Charlotte Checkers hockey.
2700 E Independence Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28205-6925
17
Wooden Robot Brewery
Charlotte, North Carolina·
4.5
(97) review
1440 S Tryon St Suite 110, Charlotte, NC 28203-4262
18
Inner Peaks Climbing Center
Charlotte, North Carolina·
5.0
(9) review
9535 Monroe Rd Ste 170, Charlotte, NC 28270-2447
19
Sycamore Brewing
Charlotte, North Carolina·
4.0
(93) review
A small family owned brewery featuring an inviting taproom and beer garden. Serving a large selection of fresh craft beer brewed on-site as well as wine. Located directly on the light rail trail (Blue Line) a short walk from the East West stop.
2161 Hawkins St, Charlotte, NC 28203-5395
20
Sun Valley 14
Indian Trail, North Carolina·
4.5
(60) review
6449 Old Monroe Rd, Indian Trail, NC 28079-5348
21
Sugar Creek Brewing Company
Charlotte, North Carolina·
4.5
(98) review
Sugar Creek Brewing Co. Bringing Belgian-inspired beer to the Carolinas and beyond, Sugar Creek Brewing Company combines the watchful eye of a Trappist Monk with the technical precision of nuclear engineering to craft fresh, full-flavored beers that are immensely satisfying and intensely drinkable. Using unique combinations of aromatic yeast strains, domestic and imported hops and award-winning malt varietys, Sugar Creek infuses traditional recipes with modern tastes and techniques to create beer that nourishes both mind and body. Sugar Creek Tap Room Mon-Wed: 4pm - 9pm Thursday: 4pm - 10pm Friday: 2pm - 10pm Saturday: 11am- 10pm Sunday: 12pm - 8pm Tighten the ropes and raise the sails, the Sugar Creek Brewing Co. Tap room is where your exploration begins! We have constructed a large taproom and private event room and staffed it with kind, courteous and knowledgeable beertenders. On tap you will find all of our year-round beers as well as seasonal and small-batch releases. Beers are available by the glass, 4 oz. Tasting flights, and growler fills via our Pegas CrafTap growler filler. The taproom is open for exploration seven days a week! Sugar Creek Private Event Room Adjacent to our taproom is our 1700 sqft private event room, complete with a private outdoor patio, private bar, and overhead projector. Private events are available seven days a week, for parties as small as 15 people. In addition to offering a full range of our favorite beers, Sugar Creek is happy to provide food services or accommodate outside catering.
215 Southside Dr, Charlotte, NC 28217-1727
22
President James K. Polk State Historic Site
Pineville, North Carolina·
4.0
(99) review
This site is located on land once owned by the parents of James K. Polk, the 11th U.S. president. The state historic site commemorates significant events in the Polk administration: the Mexican-American War, settlement of the Oregon boundary dispute, and the annexation of California. Reconstructions of typical homestead buildings—a log house, separate kitchen, and barn—are authentically furnished. The visitor center features a film on Polk's life and exhibits on his family and tumultuous presidency.
12031 Lancaster Hwy, Pineville, NC 28134-8376
23
Rotary Centennial Pavilion
Gastonia, North Carolina·
4.5
(9) review
111 N South St, Gastonia, NC 28052-4152
24
American Military Museum
Gastonia, North Carolina·
5.0
(8) review
109 W 2nd Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052-4363
25
Harbortowne Marina
Belmont, North Carolina·
3.5
(9) review
220 Commodore Ct, Belmont, NC 28012-8869
26
Waxhaw Antique Mart
Waxhaw, North Carolina·
4.5
(8) review
101 E South Main St, Waxhaw, NC 28173-7013
27
JAARS Museum of the Alphabet
Waxhaw, North Carolina·
5.0
(63) review
6409 Davis Rd, Waxhaw, NC 28173-8407
28
Tega Cay Marina
Tega Cay, South Carolina·
4.0
(7) review
1 Marina Drive, Tega Cay, SC
29
Ebenezer Park
Rock Hill, South Carolina·
4.5
(97) review
A county park located on the shores of Lake Wylie. The park offers 66 full hook-up campsites, picnic shelters, beach, swimming, basketball, beach volleyball, 3 boat ramps and fishing pier.
4490 Boatshore Rd, Rock Hill, SC 29732-9603
30
Fountain Park
Rock Hill, South Carolina·
4.5
(90) review
East Main Street, Rock Hill, SC 29730
31
Soda City Market
Columbia, South Carolina·
4.5
(97) review
Soda City Market is a producer-only market — vendors must make or grow their own products (including out of season/exotic fruits and vegetables, antiques, and vintage items). Everything sold at our market is unique, hand crafted, and produced in the Southeast. The market fields an average of 150 vendors per week, and over 400 unique vendors throughout the year! Soda City Market is Columbia’s weekly Main Street event inspired by traditional European street markets. In partnership with Founders Federal Credit Union, we’re open every Saturday morning 9 a.m. –1 p.m., year-round, rain or shine! Find everything you need to nourish your brain, body, and belly—and help establish Columbia as the real southern hotspot for locals and visitors alike. Soda City Market is a microcosm of Columbia, a melting pot of cultures, and an inviting community experience worth making a part of your regular weekend routine.
1300-1600 Main St, Columbia, SC 29201-3204
32
Adluh Flour Mill
Columbia, South Carolina·
4.0
(9) review
804 Gervais St, Columbia, SC 29201-3126
33
South Carolina Military Museum
Columbia, South Carolina·
5.0
(91) review
1 National Guard Rd, Columbia, SC 29201-4752

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What's the driving distance between Allentown and Columbia?
The distance is 649 miles
What's the travel time between Allentown and Columbia?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 12h 36m mins in normal traffic
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