Road trip from Boston to Cincinnati
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ITINERARY
16h 34m868 miles30 stops
1
Boston Public Garden
This Frederick Law Olmsted-designed park, famous for its Swan Boats, has over 600 varieties of trees and an ever-changing array of flowers. It is America's first public garden.
2
Boston Children's Museum
Highlights of this interactive museum include the "Science Playground," featuring giant soap bubble-making tools and the "New Balance Climb," which teaches kids the laws of physics while navigating through a two-story-high maze.
3
Hex: Old World Witchery
Salem Warlock Christian Day presents magical merchandise for both the curious and Witch alike. Whether you want a candle to bless your home, herbs and roots to make your own magic, a potion to attract love, the perfect ritual tool, a Voodoo doll made by a real practitioner, or to cast a spell at our authentic Witches' Altar, Hex is for those who believe in magic and those whose hearts beat with its fire.Be sure to visit our Witches' Altar of the Dead that stands at the Western wall of the shop. Here, countless visitors through the years have left messages, photos, and mementos in honor of departed loved ones in the spirit world. We welcome you to contribute to the magic!And, while there, have an authentic psychic reading with one of Salem's most talented Witches: Leanne Marrama, Laura Broderick, and Kyri Spencer!
4
Redemption Rock Brewing Co.
Redemption Rock Brewing Co. is a craft brewery, taproom, and cafe in Worcester, Mass. We make beer for people. "Beer for people" means beer enjoyed with a strong sense of community and camaraderie, and we aim to provide high-quality, fun beer in all its forms. Also, as a certified Benefit Corporation (B Corp), we’re dedicated to working for the community. It’s an essential part of our business, and we’re continually looking for new ways to support local organizations, partner with local businesses, and be a better kind of employer and corporate citizen. Finally, we’ve designed the Redemption Rock taproom to be the ultimate community gathering space. It’s bright, comfortable, and colorful and serves as both a coffeehouse and a bar. Visit us with your friends, come meet new friends, or even hold your private event here. We hope to see you soon.
5
DCU Center
6
Seed To Stem
7
Burnside Fountain
8
Rhode Island School of Design Museum of Art
This innovative and internationally renowned museum showcases more than 80,000 works of art from Paul Revere's silver and caricatures of 18th century Europe, to French Impressionists and the avant-garde works of recent alumni. A 12th-century Japanese Buddha has its own room with benches for meditating.
9
David S. Ingalls Rink
10
Owl Shop Cigar Lounge
11
Yale University Art Gallery
Yale University Art Gallery is the oldest college art museum in America. The Gallery’s encyclopedic holdings of more than 250,000 objects range from ancient times to the present day and represent civilizations from around the globe. Spanning a block and a half of the city of New Haven, Connecticut, the Gallery comprises three architecturally distinct buildings, including a masterpiece of modern architecture from 1953 designed by Louis Kahn through which visitors enter. The museum is free and open to the public.
12
New Haven Railroad Station
13
Everhart Museum
14
Marine Corps League NE Detachment Museum
15
Steamtown National Historic Site
This small museum is all about steam engines and their contribution to America's economy in the 19th century.
16
Basilica of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
17
OH WOW! The Roger & Gloria Jones Children's Center for Science & Technology
OH WOW!TM’s colorful, hands-on environment encourages independent thinking through interactive STEM-based exhibits and EDUtaining programs.”
18
Hollywood Gaming Mahoning Valley Race Course
19
Paladin Brewing
20
First Ladies National Historic Site
21
Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland
22
Lock 3
23
Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland: Education and Learning Center
Ever wonder how money works or what the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland does as part of the central bank of the US? Visit our Education and Learning Center featuring more than 25 fun, hands-on exhibits that answer these questions and more! We have interactive games, visual exhibits, creative stations, and illuminating films that explain everything about money you can think of, from how we use it, to why it looks the way it looks. Come see our historic lobby, take pictures with our money tree, trade coconuts on Barter Island, identify counterfeit bills, and even make your own money! All this in the heart of Cleveland, just steps away from downtown attractions. Admission is free and photos are welcome.
24
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Headquartered in a boldly designed building on Lake Erie's shore, The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is a 150,000-square-foot museum featuring ever-changing exhibits documenting the history of rock and roll, from Elvis to our days. You’ll see hundreds of original artifacts, from Jimi Hendrix outfits to The Beatles’ handwritten lyrics. Experience the excitement of a Rock Hall induction night at the Power of Rock Experience or have your very own jam session at the Garage. You can also watch a concert while you're here, so check out the Rock Hall’s schedule and plan ahead. – Tripadvisor
25
Governor's Residence
26
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.
27
Ohio Stadium
28
Chadwick Arboretum
29
Ault Park
30
Greater Cincinnati Police Museum
The Greater Cincinnati Police Museum is the only regional police museum in the country. We cover all Federal, State, Local, and Private agencies in South West Ohio, Northern Kentucky, and Eastern Indiana, the safest place in the country to live.
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OVERVIEW
1
Start:Boston Public Garden
Boston, Massachusetts·
4.5
(9979) review
This Frederick Law Olmsted-designed park, famous for its Swan Boats, has over 600 varieties of trees and an ever-changing array of flowers. It is America's first public garden.
2
Start:Boston Children's Museum
Boston, Massachusetts·
4.5
(994) review
Highlights of this interactive museum include the "Science Playground," featuring giant soap bubble-making tools and the "New Balance Climb," which teaches kids the laws of physics while navigating through a two-story-high maze.
3
Start:Hex: Old World Witchery
Salem, Massachusetts·
5.0
(1000) review
Salem Warlock Christian Day presents magical merchandise for both the curious and Witch alike. Whether you want a candle to bless your home, herbs and roots to make your own magic, a potion to attract love, the perfect ritual tool, a Voodoo doll made by a real practitioner, or to cast a spell at our authentic Witches' Altar, Hex is for those who believe in magic and those whose hearts beat with its fire.Be sure to visit our Witches' Altar of the Dead that stands at the Western wall of the shop. Here, countless visitors through the years have left messages, photos, and mementos in honor of departed loved ones in the spirit world. We welcome you to contribute to the magic!And, while there, have an authentic psychic reading with one of Salem's most talented Witches: Leanne Marrama, Laura Broderick, and Kyri Spencer!
4
Start:Redemption Rock Brewing Co.
Worcester, Massachusetts·
5.0
(9) review
Redemption Rock Brewing Co. is a craft brewery, taproom, and cafe in Worcester, Mass. We make beer for people. "Beer for people" means beer enjoyed with a strong sense of community and camaraderie, and we aim to provide high-quality, fun beer in all its forms. Also, as a certified Benefit Corporation (B Corp), we’re dedicated to working for the community. It’s an essential part of our business, and we’re continually looking for new ways to support local organizations, partner with local businesses, and be a better kind of employer and corporate citizen. Finally, we’ve designed the Redemption Rock taproom to be the ultimate community gathering space. It’s bright, comfortable, and colorful and serves as both a coffeehouse and a bar. Visit us with your friends, come meet new friends, or even hold your private event here. We hope to see you soon.
5
Start:DCU Center
Worcester, Massachusetts·
3.5
(93) review
50 Foster Street, Worcester, MA 01608-1305
6
Start:Seed To Stem
Worcester, Massachusetts·
4.0
(9) review
174 Shrewsbury St, Worcester, MA 01604-4629
7
Start:Burnside Fountain
Worcester, Massachusetts·
3.5
(8) review
Main St Behind City Hall, Worcester, MA 01608-1821
8
Start:Rhode Island School of Design Museum of Art
Providence, Rhode Island·
4.5
(981) review
This innovative and internationally renowned museum showcases more than 80,000 works of art from Paul Revere's silver and caricatures of 18th century Europe, to French Impressionists and the avant-garde works of recent alumni. A 12th-century Japanese Buddha has its own room with benches for meditating.
9
Start:David S. Ingalls Rink
New Haven, Connecticut·
4.5
(9) review
73 Sachem St, New Haven, CT 06511-3518
10
Start:Owl Shop Cigar Lounge
New Haven, Connecticut·
4.5
(9) review
268 College St, New Haven, CT 06510-2404
11
Start:Yale University Art Gallery
New Haven, Connecticut·
5.0
(984) review
Yale University Art Gallery is the oldest college art museum in America. The Gallery’s encyclopedic holdings of more than 250,000 objects range from ancient times to the present day and represent civilizations from around the globe. Spanning a block and a half of the city of New Haven, Connecticut, the Gallery comprises three architecturally distinct buildings, including a masterpiece of modern architecture from 1953 designed by Louis Kahn through which visitors enter. The museum is free and open to the public.
12
Start:New Haven Railroad Station
New Haven, Connecticut·
4.0
(97) review
50 Union Ave, New Haven, CT 06519-1754
13
Start:Everhart Museum
Scranton, Pennsylvania·
4.0
(76) review
1901 Mulberry St, Scranton, PA 18510-2390
14
Start:Marine Corps League NE Detachment Museum
Scranton, Pennsylvania·
5.0
(8) review
1340 Alder Street, Scranton, PA
15
Start:Steamtown National Historic Site
Scranton, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(902) review
This small museum is all about steam engines and their contribution to America's economy in the 19th century.
16
Start:Basilica of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Youngstown, Ohio·
4.5
(7) review
343 Via Mount Carmel Ave, Youngstown, OH 44505-3037
17
Start:OH WOW! The Roger & Gloria Jones Children's Center for Science & Technology
Youngstown, Ohio·
4.5
(62) review
OH WOW!TM’s colorful, hands-on environment encourages independent thinking through interactive STEM-based exhibits and EDUtaining programs.”
18
Start:Hollywood Gaming Mahoning Valley Race Course
Youngstown, Ohio·
3.5
(83) review
655 N Canfield Niles Rd, Youngstown, OH 44515-1102
19
Start:Paladin Brewing
Austintown, Youngstown, Ohio·
4.5
(9) review
6520 Mahoning Ave, Austintown, Youngstown, OH 44515-2012
20
Start:First Ladies National Historic Site
Canton, Ohio·
4.0
(91) review
205 Market Ave S, Canton, OH 44702-2105
21
Start:Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland
Cleveland, Ohio·
3.5
(93) review
11400 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44106-3926
22
Start:Lock 3
Akron, Ohio·
4.5
(98) review
200 S Main St, Akron, OH 44308-1315
23
Start:Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland: Education and Learning Center
Cleveland, Ohio·
4.5
(95) review
Ever wonder how money works or what the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland does as part of the central bank of the US? Visit our Education and Learning Center featuring more than 25 fun, hands-on exhibits that answer these questions and more! We have interactive games, visual exhibits, creative stations, and illuminating films that explain everything about money you can think of, from how we use it, to why it looks the way it looks. Come see our historic lobby, take pictures with our money tree, trade coconuts on Barter Island, identify counterfeit bills, and even make your own money! All this in the heart of Cleveland, just steps away from downtown attractions. Admission is free and photos are welcome.
24
Start:Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Cleveland, Ohio·
4.5
(9964) review
Headquartered in a boldly designed building on Lake Erie's shore, The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is a 150,000-square-foot museum featuring ever-changing exhibits documenting the history of rock and roll, from Elvis to our days. You’ll see hundreds of original artifacts, from Jimi Hendrix outfits to The Beatles’ handwritten lyrics. Experience the excitement of a Rock Hall induction night at the Power of Rock Experience or have your very own jam session at the Garage. You can also watch a concert while you're here, so check out the Rock Hall’s schedule and plan ahead. – Tripadvisor
25
Start:Governor's Residence
Columbus, Ohio·
4.5
(9) review
358 N Parkview Ave, Columbus, OH 43209-1439
26
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.
27
Start:Ohio Stadium
Columbus, Ohio·
4.5
(979) review
411 Woody Hayes Dr,, Columbus, OH 43210-1104
28
Start:Chadwick Arboretum
Columbus, Ohio·
4.0
(9) review
2120 Fyffe Rd Ohio State University, Columbus, OH 43210-1010
29
Start:Ault Park
Cincinnati, Ohio·
5.0
(95) review
3600 Observatory Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45208-2549
30
Start:Greater Cincinnati Police Museum
Cincinnati, Ohio·
5.0
(95) review
The Greater Cincinnati Police Museum is the only regional police museum in the country. We cover all Federal, State, Local, and Private agencies in South West Ohio, Northern Kentucky, and Eastern Indiana, the safest place in the country to live.
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The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 16h 34m mins in normal traffic
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