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ITINERARY
14h 6m776 miles13 stops
1
Audubon Louisiana Nature Center
2
Irish Bayou Castle
3
Cooper-Young Historic District
4
National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel
At the place of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'S death in 1968 in Memphis, TN, the National Civil Rights Museum is a renowned educational and cultural institution. The Museum chronicles the American Civil Rights Movement with compelling presentations of iconic exhibits, oral histories of lesser-known civil rights foot soldiers, and visceral, in-the-moment experiences. Visitors will learn through emotionally charged, multi-user, multi-touch interactives, and a visually engaging, contemporary exhibit design that guides you through five centuries of history. Bring the whole family.
5
Blues Hall Juke Joint
6
Overton Park
Overton Park is a 342-acre public park in Memphis, Tennessee. The park is home to two playgrounds, a dog park, an open Greensward for recreation, a Veterans Plaza, and the 126-acre Old Forest State Natural Area. It features more than eight miles of trails, including the Bike Gate arch and plaza trail. The park is managed by the nonprofit Overton Park Conservancy. Overton Park is also a major cultural attraction, home to a nine-hole golf course, Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, the Memphis Zoo, Memphis College of Art, and the Levitt Shell concert pavilion.
7
The Quarry at Crystal Springs
8
State Farm Center
9
Centennial Park Champaign
10
Boneyard Creek Trail
11
The Virginia Theatre
12
Pour Bros. Taproom
13
Cowboy Monkey
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OVERVIEW
1
Start:Audubon Louisiana Nature Center
New Orleans, Louisiana·
4.0
(8) review
11000 Lake Forest Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70127-2816
2
Start:Irish Bayou Castle
New Orleans, Louisiana·
3.0
(5) review
3262 Ridgeway Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70129-7713
3
Start:Cooper-Young Historic District
Memphis, Tennessee·
4.0
(97) review
Cooper and Young Streets, Memphis, TN 38101
4
Start:National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel
Memphis, Tennessee·
5.0
(9162) review
At the place of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'S death in 1968 in Memphis, TN, the National Civil Rights Museum is a renowned educational and cultural institution. The Museum chronicles the American Civil Rights Movement with compelling presentations of iconic exhibits, oral histories of lesser-known civil rights foot soldiers, and visceral, in-the-moment experiences. Visitors will learn through emotionally charged, multi-user, multi-touch interactives, and a visually engaging, contemporary exhibit design that guides you through five centuries of history. Bring the whole family.
5
Start:Blues Hall Juke Joint
Memphis, Tennessee·
4.5
(97) review
174 Beale St, Memphis, TN 38103-3714
6
Start:Overton Park
Memphis, Tennessee·
4.5
(92) review
Overton Park is a 342-acre public park in Memphis, Tennessee. The park is home to two playgrounds, a dog park, an open Greensward for recreation, a Veterans Plaza, and the 126-acre Old Forest State Natural Area. It features more than eight miles of trails, including the Bike Gate arch and plaza trail. The park is managed by the nonprofit Overton Park Conservancy. Overton Park is also a major cultural attraction, home to a nine-hole golf course, Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, the Memphis Zoo, Memphis College of Art, and the Levitt Shell concert pavilion.
7
Start:The Quarry at Crystal Springs
Maryland Heights, Saint Louis, Missouri·
4.0
(5) review
1 Crystal Springs Quarry Dr, Maryland Heights, Saint Louis, MO 63043-0015
8
Start:State Farm Center
Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, Illinois·
4.5
(77) review
1800 S 1st St, Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, IL 61820-6950
9
Start:Centennial Park Champaign
Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, Illinois·
4.5
(9) review
Kirby St Crescent Dr, Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, IL
10
Start:Boneyard Creek Trail
Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, Illinois·
4.5
(8) review
Champaign Park, Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, IL
11
Start:The Virginia Theatre
Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, Illinois·
4.5
(64) review
203 W Park Ave, Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, IL 61820-3928
12
Start:Pour Bros. Taproom
Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, Illinois·
4.0
(6) review
40 E University Ave, Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, IL 61820-4021
13
Start:Cowboy Monkey
Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, Illinois·
4.5
(7) review
6 E Taylor St, Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, IL 61820-4025
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the driving distance between Baton Rouge and Champaign?
The distance is 776 miles
What's the travel time between Baton Rouge and Champaign?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 14h 6m mins in normal traffic
What are some of the best cities to visit between Baton Rouge and Champaign?
Some popular stops includeNew Orleans, Memphis, Maryland Heights, Champaign
Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to Champaign?
There are plenty! Here are some stops you shouldn’t miss on your way to Champaign
Audubon Louisiana Nature Center
Irish Bayou Castle
Cooper-Young Historic District
National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel
Blues Hall Juke Joint
Overton Park
The Quarry at Crystal Springs
State Farm Center
Centennial Park Champaign
Boneyard Creek Trail
Pour Bros. Taproom
The Virginia Theatre
Cowboy Monkey
What’s the weather like in Champaign?
The weather in Champaign is generally mild year-round, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. See the links below for more information
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