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ITINERARY

3h 21m172 miles15 stops
1
Corby's Irish Pub
441 E Lasalle Ave, South Bend, IN 46617-2723
2
The Drop Comedy Club
822 S Lafayette Blvd, South Bend, IN 46601-3012
Complete with major renovations and a partnership with the Dew Drop Inn, THE DROP COMEDY CLUB is downtown South Bend's newest, coolest and funniest nightspot. With the schedule full months in advance, THE DROP will be hosting some of the best comedians currently touring the country. Touted as a comedy club for comedians, by comedians, THE DROP brings a mix of well-known comedians who have appeared on Comedy Central, HBO, NBC, FOX, CBS and ABC, along with some of the best rising stand-up comedians from all over the U.S.. With a full bar and restaurant attached to the club, THE DROP is committed to providing entertainment to comedy aficionados and general audiences alike. THE DROP is the premier destination for comedy, as well as being an excellent place for a good time with friends, the perfect date night, or just a place to enjoy tasty food with the lowest priced drinks in town for everyone over 21 years old. Comedians and owners Jonathan Baldizon, Ben Konowitz, Bradford Oman, Zachery Boyce, Jake Wells and Daniel Janicki all agree, "Comedy is something that is never out of demand, and we're dedicated to bringing big laughs to our corner of the Midwest with comedians that everyone will love." Regular shows at THE DROP COMEDY CLUB happen at 9pm Eastern time on Friday and 8pm & 10pm Eastern time on Saturday with tickets costing just $10.
3
Kelsey Museum of Archaeology
University of Michigan 434 South State Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
The Kelsey Museum houses a collection of nearly 100,000 objects from the civilizations of the Mediterranean.
4
Furstenberg Nature Area
Fuller Road Opposite Huron High School, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
5
Vault of Midnight
219 S Main St E. Liberty Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48104-2105
Vault of Midnight is the Eisner award winning, family owned comic shop based out of Ann Arbor, Michigan. We were sent from outer space to satisfy all of your comic book and board game needs. We pride ourselves on having the best customer service in this or any industry. We also carry numerous sundries such as designer toys from KidRobot and Toy2R, apparel, posters, action figures, and tons of more stuff. Visit us or regret not visiting us today!
6
The Ark
316 S Main St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104-2108
This music venue and nonprofit organization is dedicated to the presentation and encouragement of folk, roots and ethnic music through live performances by well-known and up-and-coming entertainers.
7
Hudson Mills Metropark
8801 N Territorial Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48130-9626
1,549-acre Park Has An 18-hole Golf Course.
8
River Trail
Lansing, MI 48912 ‎
9
New Vic Theatre
134 E Vine St, Kalamazoo, MI 49001-2602
Kalamazoo's New Vic Theatre was founded in 1966 by Kalamazoo residents Ted & Mary Jo Kistler. For over 45 years, The New Vic Theatre has entertained Southwest Michigan and Northern Indiana audiences carving a unique place for itself in the economy and theatrical tradition of the area.The New Vic's original production of "A Christmas Carol" (recipient of a "Special Tribute" from The State of Michigan in 1999) and the annual Christmas Concerts featuring The New Vic Theatre Chorus are among Kalamazoo's oldest on-going holiday presentations and have become an integral part of the holiday season for thousands of Southwest Michigan theatergoers.Located close to the heart of downtown Kalamazoo, the theatre's comfortable cabaret-style seating and intimate size, enhanced by a concession that serves a variety of hot & cold non-alcoholic beverages, lend to its unique atmosphere.The New Vic's flexible modular auditorium allows for innovative staging ranging from the complete round to conventional proscenium format. Efficient central heating and air conditioning allows for comfortable year-round operation.Of The New Vic's more than 325 productions to date, over 80% have been plays introduced to Kalamazoo audiences for the first time. Several plays ("Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat", "Green Julia" by Paul Abelman, "Are You Now Or Have You Ever Been" and "The Memoirs Of Pontius Pilate" both by Eric Bentley) were presented to New Vic audiences prior to their Broadway premieres.The New Vic Theatre's season of productions begins in early February and runs through December 29 each year. January dates are normally reserved for the New Vic's popular January Concert Series, featuring a variety of musical groups or individual performers.Playing primarily weekends only -- except during the holidays when the performance schedule is greatly expanded -- and with only 100 available seats for each performance, The New Vic plays to over 10,000 theatre patrons annually bringing thousands of dollars to the downtown Kalamazoo area.The New Vic is a non-profit, tax-exempt corporation (New Vic Theatricals, Inc) and owns its own facility at 134 E. Vine St. in Kalamazoo.
10
O'Duffy's Pub
804 W Vine St, Kalamazoo, MI 49008-1157
11
O'Rourke's Public House
1044 E Angela Blvd, South Bend, IN 46617-1374
12
Basilica of the Sacred Heart
114 Coleman Morse Ctr University of Notre Dame, South Bend, IN 46556-4617
13
Decode Ann Arbor
3170 Packard St, Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Discover adventures for teams large and small! Our award-winning escape rooms at Decode Ann Arbor take you around the globe and to destinations beyond your wildest imagination. Bring you friends and family and join in the fun!
14
Confections with Convictions
116 W Crosstown Pkwy, Kalamazoo, MI 49001-2732
Kalamazoo's only shop making hand crafted truffles and other confections exclusively from Fair Trade, organic certified chocolate. Chocolatier Dale Anderson's original recipes contain fresh local fruits, honey, and maple syrup. Vegan and gluten free options are always available. Closed Sunday and Monday. Open Tuesday thru Saturday 10 a.m. until 6:00 p.m.
15
Gene the Pumpkin Man
22637 W M 43, Kalamazoo, MI 49009-9208
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OVERVIEW

1
Start:Corby's Irish Pub
South Bend, Indiana·
3.5
(9) review
441 E Lasalle Ave, South Bend, IN 46617-2723
2
The Drop Comedy Club
South Bend, Indiana·
4.5
(7) review
Complete with major renovations and a partnership with the Dew Drop Inn, THE DROP COMEDY CLUB is downtown South Bend's newest, coolest and funniest nightspot. With the schedule full months in advance, THE DROP will be hosting some of the best comedians currently touring the country. Touted as a comedy club for comedians, by comedians, THE DROP brings a mix of well-known comedians who have appeared on Comedy Central, HBO, NBC, FOX, CBS and ABC, along with some of the best rising stand-up comedians from all over the U.S.. With a full bar and restaurant attached to the club, THE DROP is committed to providing entertainment to comedy aficionados and general audiences alike. THE DROP is the premier destination for comedy, as well as being an excellent place for a good time with friends, the perfect date night, or just a place to enjoy tasty food with the lowest priced drinks in town for everyone over 21 years old. Comedians and owners Jonathan Baldizon, Ben Konowitz, Bradford Oman, Zachery Boyce, Jake Wells and Daniel Janicki all agree, "Comedy is something that is never out of demand, and we're dedicated to bringing big laughs to our corner of the Midwest with comedians that everyone will love." Regular shows at THE DROP COMEDY CLUB happen at 9pm Eastern time on Friday and 8pm & 10pm Eastern time on Saturday with tickets costing just $10.
822 S Lafayette Blvd, South Bend, IN 46601-3012
3
Kelsey Museum of Archaeology
Ann Arbor, Michigan·
4.5
(99) review
The Kelsey Museum houses a collection of nearly 100,000 objects from the civilizations of the Mediterranean.
University of Michigan 434 South State Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
4
Furstenberg Nature Area
Ann Arbor, Michigan·
4.5
(9) review
Fuller Road Opposite Huron High School, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
5
Vault of Midnight
Ann Arbor, Michigan·
5.0
(8) review
Vault of Midnight is the Eisner award winning, family owned comic shop based out of Ann Arbor, Michigan. We were sent from outer space to satisfy all of your comic book and board game needs. We pride ourselves on having the best customer service in this or any industry. We also carry numerous sundries such as designer toys from KidRobot and Toy2R, apparel, posters, action figures, and tons of more stuff. Visit us or regret not visiting us today!
219 S Main St E. Liberty Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48104-2105
6
The Ark
Ann Arbor, Michigan·
4.5
(93) review
This music venue and nonprofit organization is dedicated to the presentation and encouragement of folk, roots and ethnic music through live performances by well-known and up-and-coming entertainers.
316 S Main St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104-2108
7
Hudson Mills Metropark
Ann Arbor, Michigan·
4.5
(95) review
1,549-acre Park Has An 18-hole Golf Course.
8801 N Territorial Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48130-9626
8
River Trail
Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan·
4.5
(96) review
Lansing, MI 48912 ‎
9
New Vic Theatre
Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo County, Michigan·
4.5
(9) review
Kalamazoo's New Vic Theatre was founded in 1966 by Kalamazoo residents Ted & Mary Jo Kistler. For over 45 years, The New Vic Theatre has entertained Southwest Michigan and Northern Indiana audiences carving a unique place for itself in the economy and theatrical tradition of the area.The New Vic's original production of "A Christmas Carol" (recipient of a "Special Tribute" from The State of Michigan in 1999) and the annual Christmas Concerts featuring The New Vic Theatre Chorus are among Kalamazoo's oldest on-going holiday presentations and have become an integral part of the holiday season for thousands of Southwest Michigan theatergoers.Located close to the heart of downtown Kalamazoo, the theatre's comfortable cabaret-style seating and intimate size, enhanced by a concession that serves a variety of hot & cold non-alcoholic beverages, lend to its unique atmosphere.The New Vic's flexible modular auditorium allows for innovative staging ranging from the complete round to conventional proscenium format. Efficient central heating and air conditioning allows for comfortable year-round operation.Of The New Vic's more than 325 productions to date, over 80% have been plays introduced to Kalamazoo audiences for the first time. Several plays ("Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat", "Green Julia" by Paul Abelman, "Are You Now Or Have You Ever Been" and "The Memoirs Of Pontius Pilate" both by Eric Bentley) were presented to New Vic audiences prior to their Broadway premieres.The New Vic Theatre's season of productions begins in early February and runs through December 29 each year. January dates are normally reserved for the New Vic's popular January Concert Series, featuring a variety of musical groups or individual performers.Playing primarily weekends only -- except during the holidays when the performance schedule is greatly expanded -- and with only 100 available seats for each performance, The New Vic plays to over 10,000 theatre patrons annually bringing thousands of dollars to the downtown Kalamazoo area.The New Vic is a non-profit, tax-exempt corporation (New Vic Theatricals, Inc) and owns its own facility at 134 E. Vine St. in Kalamazoo.
134 E Vine St, Kalamazoo, MI 49001-2602
10
O'Duffy's Pub
Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo County, Michigan·
4.5
(9) review
804 W Vine St, Kalamazoo, MI 49008-1157
11
O'Rourke's Public House
South Bend, Indiana·
4.5
(9) review
1044 E Angela Blvd, South Bend, IN 46617-1374
12
Basilica of the Sacred Heart
South Bend, Indiana·
5.0
(700) review
114 Coleman Morse Ctr University of Notre Dame, South Bend, IN 46556-4617
13
Decode Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, Michigan·
5.0
(869) review
Discover adventures for teams large and small! Our award-winning escape rooms at Decode Ann Arbor take you around the globe and to destinations beyond your wildest imagination. Bring you friends and family and join in the fun!
3170 Packard St, Ann Arbor, MI 48108
14
Confections with Convictions
Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo County, Michigan·
5.0
(92) review
Kalamazoo's only shop making hand crafted truffles and other confections exclusively from Fair Trade, organic certified chocolate. Chocolatier Dale Anderson's original recipes contain fresh local fruits, honey, and maple syrup. Vegan and gluten free options are always available. Closed Sunday and Monday. Open Tuesday thru Saturday 10 a.m. until 6:00 p.m.
116 W Crosstown Pkwy, Kalamazoo, MI 49001-2732
15
Gene the Pumpkin Man
Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo County, Michigan·
4.5
(81) review
22637 W M 43, Kalamazoo, MI 49009-9208

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The distance is 172 miles
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