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ITINERARY
8h 54m450 miles28 stops
1
Mack Trucks Historical Museum
2
Linderman Library
3
Wind Creek Bethlehem Casino
4
Reading Rocks
5
Genesius Theatre
Genesius Theatre is a Performance Venue that specializes in Musical Theatre. The theatre doubles as a learning center for kids by providing 2-3 kids / teen performances and 4-6 week kids summer theatre camp every year. The "Genesius Difference" is the up-close atmosphere of the performances. We trust in the power of this inspiring & dynamic medium to transform the artists who create it, the audiences who enjoy it, and the patrons who support it.
6
Gring’s Mill Recreation Area
7
Wolf Sanctuary of PA
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.
8
Pennsylvania State Capitol
Teddy Roosevelt declared that this Italian Renaissance-style building was the handsomest building I ever saw. Indeed, the State Capitol, with its vaulted dome and grand staircase and the murals and painted floors inside, is thing to behold.
9
SPAtacular Escapes
SPAtacular Escapes is the area's only wellness spa and salon of it's kind. Our 10,000 square foot facility is completely unique to the West Shore with a state-of-the-art Hair Salon, Nail Salon, Massage Center (with a multitude of treatment options), Infrared Saunas, Steam Showers, a Fit Feast Cafe, and more. Our goal is to truly be "where beauty and wellness meet." Call, come in, or book an appointment online today!
10
Carlisle Sports Emporium
The Carlisle Sports Emporium is Central PA's year-round indoor & outdoor entertainment complex. Known as "The Place to Play," we are the perfect destination for all ages & every occasion. Our interactive fun features indoor & outdoor go-karts, a 7,500 sq. ft. 2-tier LED LASERTRON laser tag arena, two 18-hole themed miniature golf courses, HOLOGATE virtual reality, batting cages, a roller-skating rink, Victory Lane Café, & the largest arcade in the area! We provide multiple venues for hosting team building events, business meetings, birthday parties & group outings. Due to this broad array of exciting activities & multiple meeting spaces, we specialize in parties, track rentals, & group outings of any size. The Carlisle Sports Emporium is easily accessible from all the major highways of South-Central PA. We're located just off Interstate 81 and the PA Turnpike, making us just minutes away from Camp Hill, Harrisburg, Hershey, York, Gettysburg & Lancaster.
11
Kings Gap Environmental Education and Training Center
12
14th Quartermaster Detachment Memorial
13
Bushy Run Battlefield
Bushy Run Battlefield preserves and interprets for citizens and visitors the site of this pivotal battle fought between British and Native Americans during the conflict known as Pontiac's War (1763-64). Highlights of the site include the interpretive exhibit, "The March to Bushy Run" at the site's visitor center, as well as guided and self-guided tours, special events and educational programs.
14
Sky Zone Trampoline Park
15
McDain Golf Center
16
Braddock's Trail Park
17
Mosites Motorsports
18
The Lincoln Highway Hub
19
Haunted Hills Estate Scream Park
#1 Haunted Attraction in Western Pennsylvania - The Scare Factor" Welcome to the all-new Haunted Hills Estate Scream Park! A Full Night of Fear and Fun awaits you at Pennsylvania's Fastest-Growing Haunted Attraction! SCREAM through our 3 Brand-New Hollywood-Style Haunted Attractions! From our beautifully detailed sets and terrifying actors to our impressive Animatronics and Special Effects, our Haunted Houses redefine what you think is SCARY. But that's not all - your ticket includes our brand-new Midway, featuring Halloween-Themed Midway Games, a Concession Stand, a Gift Shop, Live Entertainment, and more! Don't waste your money on Haunted Houses that will let you down - come spend an entire night at "The Haunted House That's WORTH IT!"
20
South Hills Village
21
Oglebay Mansion Museum
22
Stifel Fine Arts Center
23
West Virginia Independence Hall
24
Capitol Theatre
From Jerry Seinfeld to Willie Nelson to national Broadway productions and home to the Wheeling Symphony Orchestra, the historic Capitol Theatre is a full entertainment complex.
25
Kelton House Museum & Garden
Experience urban life and the decorative arts, as they existed in the second half of the 19th century, through the collection of the Sophia and Fernando Cortez Kelton family. Learn about the Underground Railroad and the people that bring the history to life.
26
Ohio Stadium
27
Bo Jackson's Elite Sports
28
Homestead Metro Park
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OVERVIEW
Allentown to Columbus
1
Start:Mack Trucks Historical Museum
Allentown, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(95) review
2402 Lehigh Pkwy S, Allentown, PA 18103-2900
2
Start:Linderman Library
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania·
5.0
(9) review
Lehigh University, Bethlehem, PA
3
Start:Wind Creek Bethlehem Casino
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania·
3.0
(88) review
77 Wind Creek Blvd, Bethlehem, PA 18015-7705
4
Start:Reading Rocks
Reading, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(9) review
George St., Reading, PA
5
Start:Genesius Theatre
Reading, Pennsylvania·
4.0
(9) review
Genesius Theatre is a Performance Venue that specializes in Musical Theatre. The theatre doubles as a learning center for kids by providing 2-3 kids / teen performances and 4-6 week kids summer theatre camp every year. The "Genesius Difference" is the up-close atmosphere of the performances. We trust in the power of this inspiring & dynamic medium to transform the artists who create it, the audiences who enjoy it, and the patrons who support it.
6
Start:Gring’s Mill Recreation Area
Reading, Pennsylvania·
5.0
(7) review
2083 Tulpehocken Rd, Reading, PA 19610-1017
7
Start: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.
8
Start:Pennsylvania State Capitol
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(977) review
Teddy Roosevelt declared that this Italian Renaissance-style building was the handsomest building I ever saw. Indeed, the State Capitol, with its vaulted dome and grand staircase and the murals and painted floors inside, is thing to behold.
9
Start:SPAtacular Escapes
Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(9) review
SPAtacular Escapes is the area's only wellness spa and salon of it's kind. Our 10,000 square foot facility is completely unique to the West Shore with a state-of-the-art Hair Salon, Nail Salon, Massage Center (with a multitude of treatment options), Infrared Saunas, Steam Showers, a Fit Feast Cafe, and more. Our goal is to truly be "where beauty and wellness meet." Call, come in, or book an appointment online today!
10
Start:Carlisle Sports Emporium
Carlisle, Pennsylvania·
4.0
(90) review
The Carlisle Sports Emporium is Central PA's year-round indoor & outdoor entertainment complex. Known as "The Place to Play," we are the perfect destination for all ages & every occasion. Our interactive fun features indoor & outdoor go-karts, a 7,500 sq. ft. 2-tier LED LASERTRON laser tag arena, two 18-hole themed miniature golf courses, HOLOGATE virtual reality, batting cages, a roller-skating rink, Victory Lane Café, & the largest arcade in the area! We provide multiple venues for hosting team building events, business meetings, birthday parties & group outings. Due to this broad array of exciting activities & multiple meeting spaces, we specialize in parties, track rentals, & group outings of any size. The Carlisle Sports Emporium is easily accessible from all the major highways of South-Central PA. We're located just off Interstate 81 and the PA Turnpike, making us just minutes away from Camp Hill, Harrisburg, Hershey, York, Gettysburg & Lancaster.
11
Start:Kings Gap Environmental Education and Training Center
Carlisle, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(95) review
500 Kings Gap Rd, Carlisle, PA 17015-9306
12
Start:14th Quartermaster Detachment Memorial
Greensburg, Pennsylvania·
5.0
(8) review
900 Armory Dr, Greensburg, PA 15601-5210
13
Start:Bushy Run Battlefield
Jeannette, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(74) review
Bushy Run Battlefield preserves and interprets for citizens and visitors the site of this pivotal battle fought between British and Native Americans during the conflict known as Pontiac's War (1763-64). Highlights of the site include the interpretive exhibit, "The March to Bushy Run" at the site's visitor center, as well as guided and self-guided tours, special events and educational programs.
14
Start:Sky Zone Trampoline Park
Monroeville, Pennsylvania·
4.0
(9) review
160 Levin Way, Monroeville, PA 15146-1542
15
Start:McDain Golf Center
Monroeville, Pennsylvania·
5.0
(1) review
4440 Broadway Blvd, Monroeville, PA 15146-4743
16
Start:Braddock's Trail Park
North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania·
4.0
(3) review
3126 Robbins Station Rd, North Huntingdon, PA 15642-2882
17
Start:Mosites Motorsports
North Versailles, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(7) review
1701 Lincoln Hwy, North Versailles, PA 15137-2550
18
Start:The Lincoln Highway Hub
North Versailles, Pennsylvania·
2.0
(1) review
1404 Lincoln Hwy, North Versailles, PA 15137-2452
19
Start:Haunted Hills Estate Scream Park
Uniontown, Pennsylvania·
3.5
(7) review
#1 Haunted Attraction in Western Pennsylvania - The Scare Factor" Welcome to the all-new Haunted Hills Estate Scream Park! A Full Night of Fear and Fun awaits you at Pennsylvania's Fastest-Growing Haunted Attraction! SCREAM through our 3 Brand-New Hollywood-Style Haunted Attractions! From our beautifully detailed sets and terrifying actors to our impressive Animatronics and Special Effects, our Haunted Houses redefine what you think is SCARY. But that's not all - your ticket includes our brand-new Midway, featuring Halloween-Themed Midway Games, a Concession Stand, a Gift Shop, Live Entertainment, and more! Don't waste your money on Haunted Houses that will let you down - come spend an entire night at "The Haunted House That's WORTH IT!"
20
Start:South Hills Village
Bethel Park, Pennsylvania·
4.0
(59) review
301 S Hills Village, Bethel Park, PA 15241
21
Start:Oglebay Mansion Museum
Wheeling, West Virginia·
4.5
(45) review
1330 Oglebay Drive, Wheeling, WV 26003
22
Start:Stifel Fine Arts Center
Wheeling, West Virginia·
5.0
(5) review
1330 National Rd, Wheeling, WV 26003-5706
23
Start:West Virginia Independence Hall
Wheeling, West Virginia·
4.5
(79) review
1528 Market St, Wheeling, WV 26003-3532
24
Start:Capitol Theatre
Wheeling, West Virginia·
4.5
(79) review
From Jerry Seinfeld to Willie Nelson to national Broadway productions and home to the Wheeling Symphony Orchestra, the historic Capitol Theatre is a full entertainment complex.
25
Start:Kelton House Museum & Garden
Columbus, Ohio·
4.5
(96) review
Experience urban life and the decorative arts, as they existed in the second half of the 19th century, through the collection of the Sophia and Fernando Cortez Kelton family. Learn about the Underground Railroad and the people that bring the history to life.
26
Start:Ohio Stadium
Columbus, Ohio·
4.5
(979) review
411 Woody Hayes Dr,, Columbus, OH 43210-1104
27
Start:Bo Jackson's Elite Sports
Hilliard, Ohio·
3.5
(3) review
4696 Cosgray Rd, Hilliard, OH 43026-7785
28
Start:Homestead Metro Park
Hilliard, Ohio·
4.5
(34) review
4675 Cosgray Rd South of 270, Hilliard, OH 43026-7671
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What's the driving distance between Allentown and Columbus?
The distance is 450 miles
What's the travel time between Allentown and Columbus?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 8h 54m mins in normal traffic
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