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7h 20m387 miles31 stops
1
Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino
1 Fulton St, Buffalo, NY 14204-2248
2
The Buffalo History Museum
1 Museum Ct, Buffalo, NY 14216-3160
3
Inniskillin Wines
1499 Line 3, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario L0S 1J0 Canada
Many of those who appreciate and collect wine have discovered that a journey to the heart of wine country adds an indescribable dimension to the appreciation of the distinctiveness of each fine wine. In that spirit, Inniskillin invites you to fully experience our full VQA portfolio in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Experience firsthand the full range of our premium wines while enjoying spectacular sights, regional culinary specialties and outstanding hospitality in one of Canada's great natural treasures, the Niagara Peninsula. We look forward to toasting your arrival!
4
Rockway Vineyards
3290 Ninth St, St. Catharines, Ontario L2R 6P7 Canada
Rockway Vineyards is nestled in one of the premium grape-growing regions of the world, Niagara’s Twenty-Mile Bench sub-appellation. It is the only winery and golf course in Ontario, and one of only two such properties in all of Canada. This allows Rockway Vineyards to offer three unforgettable experiences in one unique destination. Wine. Dine. Golf.
5
Kew Vineyards Estate Winery
4696 King St, Beamsville, Lincoln, Ontario L0R 1B1 Canada
6
Port Credit
Lakeshore Road West, Mississauga, Ontario L5H 1G3 Canada
Mississauga Ontario's entertainment hub for shopping, events, music and dining on the waterfront. Our beautiful community offers something for everyone, with a wide array of restaurants, retail stores, services and cafes, all within easy walking distance from each other. We are only 26 km away from Downtown Toronto. The Port Credit Go Station will drop you off right into the heart of our town. Port Credit is always on and always electric!
7
The Riverwood Conservancy
4300 Riverwood Park Lane, Mississauga, Ontario L5C 2S7 Canada
8
Port Dover Harbour Museum
44 Harbour St, Port Dover, Ontario N0A 1N0 Canada
9
Hamilton Family Theatre Cambridge
46 Grand Ave S, Cambridge, Ontario N1S 2L8 Canada
The spectacular Hamilton Family Theatre Cambridge (formerly Dunfield Theatre Cambridge) is located at 46 Grand Avenue South in Cambridge. Situated in a historic downtown setting along the Grand River, this stunning 500-seat theatre facility is conveniently positioned near great shopping, exquisite dining, beautiful architecture, luxurious accommodation and a wide range of fascinating attractions.Designed by Diamond Schmitt Architects, the Hamilton Family Theatre Cambridge is a state-of-the art facility with world class acoustics and excellent sightlines that provide unparalleled intimacy between the audience and the stage.
10
Doon Heritage Village
10 Huron Rd, Kitchener, Ontario N2P 2R7 Canada
Doon Heritage Village is a 60 acre living history village, exploring life in rural Waterloo Region in the year 1914. The village is open daily throughout the summer season; and open weekdays only during the months of September, October and November. The village is open on selected weekends in December - check the museum's website for specific dates and times. The Waterloo Region Museum is the entrance to Doon Heritage Village. One admission price includes entry to the village and museum exhibit galleries. The village comes to life with knowledgeable interpreters dressed in authentic 1914 clothing and features historic buildings, farm animals and fun activities the whole family will enjoy. Learn what was happening locally, provincially, nationally and internationally in the year 1914, the time period Doon Heritage Village is set in, by watching the museum's Orientation Video, available on-line and in the Waterloo Region Museum's Christie® Theatre.
11
Huron Natural Area
801 Trillium Dr, Kitchener, Ontario N2R 1J9 Canada
12
Gibbons Park
_2A Grosvenor St, London, Ontario Canada
13
Komoka Provincial Park
503 Gideon Dr, London, Ontario N6K 4N8 Canada
14
Sunset Arts Gallery
63 River Road Beside Smackwater Jack's Restaurant, Grand Bend, Lambton Shores, Ontario N0M 1T0 Canada
15
Ipperwash Beach
9715 Ipperwash Rd, Lambton Shores, Ontario N0N 1J3 Canada
16
Victoria Playhouse Petrolia
411 Greenfield St, Petrolia, Ontario N0N 1R0 Canada
Nestled in the heart of south western Ontario's Lambton County, and framed by Lake Huron and the St. Clair River, Petrolia is known as "The Greatest Town on Earth". Its unique history as the cradle of the global oil industry is complimented by its countless lush green parks, grand church spires and colourful gardens.Enjoy all the unique shops, restaurants, beautiful bed and breakfasts and of course, the renowned Victoria Playhouse Petrolia. The 400 seat, state of the art theatre is housed in Victoria Hall, one of the most architecturally impressive buildings in the county. About the Victoria Playhouse Petrolia - Victoria Playhouse is a gem of a theatre located in the Victoria Hall in Petrolia, just 3 hours from Toronto, 1 hour from London, 1 1/2 hours from Detroit and 20 minutes from Sarnia in Ontario or Port Huron right across the border in Michigan, USA. The Playhouse, just like the legendary Phoenix, has literally risen from its own ashes after the devastating fire of January 1989. Situated in Ontario's first oil town and after having provided a venue for theatre productions for over 100 years, Victoria Playhouse is now a modern, fully equipped, state-of-the-art, 425 seats, air-conditioned facility.
17
Josiah Henson Museum
29251 Freedom Road, Dresden, Chatham-Kent, Ontario N0P 1M0 Canada
18
Chatham Capitol Theatre
238 King St W, Chatham, Chatham-Kent, Ontario N7M 1E7 Canada
The Chatham Capitol Theatre is a 1208-seat performing arts centre in the heart of downtown Chatham that presents over 100 performances and 75 films annually.
19
Imperial Theatre
168 Christina St N, Sarnia, Ontario N7T 5T9 Canada
Originally built as The Capitol Movie Theatre in 1936, the Capitol was lovingly restored between 1995 and 1997, in all of its Art Deco elegance, as indicated in the pictures of the foyer. It was transformed from the premiere movie-house of the 1930s to 1980s to a modern theatre for live performances and renamed the Imperial Theatre. Every seat in the house provides an excellent view of the stage. In fact, no seat is more than sixty feet from the stage. From Comedians to Classical concerts to Musicals to Rock concerts to Family Friendly entertainment, the Imperial theatre offers something for everyone! The Imperial Theatre is wholly owned and operated by Theatre Sarnia, a Not-for-Profit Charitable Corporation, under the governance of an elected Board of Directors.
20
Sombra Museum Cultural Centre
3470 St. Clair Parkway N0p 2h0, Sombra, Ontario Canada
21
Rollhaven
5315 S Saginaw Rd, Flint, MI 48507-4426
22
Rosa Parks Statue
Mta Terminal East Second St and Harrison St, Flint, MI
23
Hudson Mills Metropark
8801 N Territorial Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48130-9626
1,549-acre Park Has An 18-hole Golf Course.
24
River Trail
Lansing, MI 48912 ‎
25
Absolute Gallery and Custom Framing
307 E Cesar E Chavez Ave, Lansing, MI 48906-4416
Absolute Gallery, located in the heart of Lansing's Old Town District, features an eclectic assortment of art for all tastes and budgets.
26
Durant Park
Saginaw Street, Lansing, MI
27
Grand Woods Park
4500 W Willow Hwy, Lansing, MI 48917
28
The Great Escape Room
233 Fulton St E Suite 211, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-3200
The Great Escape Room is a real-life room escape game based on the popular computer and mobile phone escape games. Escape games are the newest craze sweeping the nation - a fun, team-building, brain-busting experience! After entering a room with your team, the door is locked behind you. 60 minutes are on the clock! You must work together in order to find clues and solve puzzles that will lead you to escape the room. Perfect for: DATE NIGHT FAMILY FUN CORPORATE TEAM BUILDING SPORTS & YOUTH GROUPS *OPEN BY APPOINTMENT for private party groups of 10 or more during our closed hours
29
Riverside Park
2001 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49505
30
20 Monroe Live
11 Ottawa Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-4620
31
Putt Putt's Bar
1148 Fulton St W, Grand Rapids, MI 49504-6117
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OVERVIEW

1
Start:Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino
Buffalo, Erie County, New York·
3.0
(95) review
1 Fulton St, Buffalo, NY 14204-2248
2
The Buffalo History Museum
Buffalo, Erie County, New York·
4.0
(97) review
1 Museum Ct, Buffalo, NY 14216-3160
3
Inniskillin Wines
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario·
4.5
(969) review
Many of those who appreciate and collect wine have discovered that a journey to the heart of wine country adds an indescribable dimension to the appreciation of the distinctiveness of each fine wine. In that spirit, Inniskillin invites you to fully experience our full VQA portfolio in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Experience firsthand the full range of our premium wines while enjoying spectacular sights, regional culinary specialties and outstanding hospitality in one of Canada's great natural treasures, the Niagara Peninsula. We look forward to toasting your arrival!
1499 Line 3, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario L0S 1J0 Canada
4
Rockway Vineyards
St. Catharines, Ontario·
4.0
(93) review
Rockway Vineyards is nestled in one of the premium grape-growing regions of the world, Niagara’s Twenty-Mile Bench sub-appellation. It is the only winery and golf course in Ontario, and one of only two such properties in all of Canada. This allows Rockway Vineyards to offer three unforgettable experiences in one unique destination. Wine. Dine. Golf.
3290 Ninth St, St. Catharines, Ontario L2R 6P7 Canada
5
Kew Vineyards Estate Winery
Beamsville, Lincoln, Ontario·
4.5
(96) review
4696 King St, Beamsville, Lincoln, Ontario L0R 1B1 Canada
6
Port Credit
Mississauga, Ontario·
4.5
(960) review
Mississauga Ontario's entertainment hub for shopping, events, music and dining on the waterfront. Our beautiful community offers something for everyone, with a wide array of restaurants, retail stores, services and cafes, all within easy walking distance from each other. We are only 26 km away from Downtown Toronto. The Port Credit Go Station will drop you off right into the heart of our town. Port Credit is always on and always electric!
Lakeshore Road West, Mississauga, Ontario L5H 1G3 Canada
7
The Riverwood Conservancy
Mississauga, Ontario·
4.5
(98) review
4300 Riverwood Park Lane, Mississauga, Ontario L5C 2S7 Canada
8
Port Dover Harbour Museum
Port Dover, Norfolk County, Ontario·
4.5
(91) review
44 Harbour St, Port Dover, Ontario N0A 1N0 Canada
9
Hamilton Family Theatre Cambridge
Cambridge, Region of Waterloo, Ontario·
5.0
(922) review
The spectacular Hamilton Family Theatre Cambridge (formerly Dunfield Theatre Cambridge) is located at 46 Grand Avenue South in Cambridge. Situated in a historic downtown setting along the Grand River, this stunning 500-seat theatre facility is conveniently positioned near great shopping, exquisite dining, beautiful architecture, luxurious accommodation and a wide range of fascinating attractions.Designed by Diamond Schmitt Architects, the Hamilton Family Theatre Cambridge is a state-of-the art facility with world class acoustics and excellent sightlines that provide unparalleled intimacy between the audience and the stage.
46 Grand Ave S, Cambridge, Ontario N1S 2L8 Canada
10
Doon Heritage Village
Kitchener, Region of Waterloo, Ontario·
4.5
(93) review
Doon Heritage Village is a 60 acre living history village, exploring life in rural Waterloo Region in the year 1914. The village is open daily throughout the summer season; and open weekdays only during the months of September, October and November. The village is open on selected weekends in December - check the museum's website for specific dates and times. The Waterloo Region Museum is the entrance to Doon Heritage Village. One admission price includes entry to the village and museum exhibit galleries. The village comes to life with knowledgeable interpreters dressed in authentic 1914 clothing and features historic buildings, farm animals and fun activities the whole family will enjoy. Learn what was happening locally, provincially, nationally and internationally in the year 1914, the time period Doon Heritage Village is set in, by watching the museum's Orientation Video, available on-line and in the Waterloo Region Museum's Christie® Theatre.
10 Huron Rd, Kitchener, Ontario N2P 2R7 Canada
11
Huron Natural Area
Kitchener, Region of Waterloo, Ontario·
4.5
(96) review
801 Trillium Dr, Kitchener, Ontario N2R 1J9 Canada
12
Gibbons Park
London, Ontario·
4.5
(94) review
_2A Grosvenor St, London, Ontario Canada
13
Komoka Provincial Park
London, Ontario·
4.0
(90) review
503 Gideon Dr, London, Ontario N6K 4N8 Canada
14
Sunset Arts Gallery
Grand Bend, Lambton Shores, Ontario·
4.5
(9) review
63 River Road Beside Smackwater Jack's Restaurant, Grand Bend, Lambton Shores, Ontario N0M 1T0 Canada
15
Ipperwash Beach
Lambton Shores, Ontario·
3.0
(9) review
9715 Ipperwash Rd, Lambton Shores, Ontario N0N 1J3 Canada
16
Victoria Playhouse Petrolia
Petrolia, Ontario·
5.0
(83) review
Nestled in the heart of south western Ontario's Lambton County, and framed by Lake Huron and the St. Clair River, Petrolia is known as "The Greatest Town on Earth". Its unique history as the cradle of the global oil industry is complimented by its countless lush green parks, grand church spires and colourful gardens.Enjoy all the unique shops, restaurants, beautiful bed and breakfasts and of course, the renowned Victoria Playhouse Petrolia. The 400 seat, state of the art theatre is housed in Victoria Hall, one of the most architecturally impressive buildings in the county. About the Victoria Playhouse Petrolia - Victoria Playhouse is a gem of a theatre located in the Victoria Hall in Petrolia, just 3 hours from Toronto, 1 hour from London, 1 1/2 hours from Detroit and 20 minutes from Sarnia in Ontario or Port Huron right across the border in Michigan, USA. The Playhouse, just like the legendary Phoenix, has literally risen from its own ashes after the devastating fire of January 1989. Situated in Ontario's first oil town and after having provided a venue for theatre productions for over 100 years, Victoria Playhouse is now a modern, fully equipped, state-of-the-art, 425 seats, air-conditioned facility.
411 Greenfield St, Petrolia, Ontario N0N 1R0 Canada
17
Josiah Henson Museum
Dresden, Chatham-Kent, Ontario·
4.5
(49) review
29251 Freedom Road, Dresden, Chatham-Kent, Ontario N0P 1M0 Canada
18
Chatham Capitol Theatre
Chatham, Chatham-Kent, Ontario·
4.5
(90) review
The Chatham Capitol Theatre is a 1208-seat performing arts centre in the heart of downtown Chatham that presents over 100 performances and 75 films annually.
238 King St W, Chatham, Chatham-Kent, Ontario N7M 1E7 Canada
19
Imperial Theatre
Sarnia, Ontario·
4.5
(65) review
Originally built as The Capitol Movie Theatre in 1936, the Capitol was lovingly restored between 1995 and 1997, in all of its Art Deco elegance, as indicated in the pictures of the foyer. It was transformed from the premiere movie-house of the 1930s to 1980s to a modern theatre for live performances and renamed the Imperial Theatre. Every seat in the house provides an excellent view of the stage. In fact, no seat is more than sixty feet from the stage. From Comedians to Classical concerts to Musicals to Rock concerts to Family Friendly entertainment, the Imperial theatre offers something for everyone! The Imperial Theatre is wholly owned and operated by Theatre Sarnia, a Not-for-Profit Charitable Corporation, under the governance of an elected Board of Directors.
168 Christina St N, Sarnia, Ontario N7T 5T9 Canada
20
Sombra Museum Cultural Centre
Sombra, Ontario·
4.5
(8) review
3470 St. Clair Parkway N0p 2h0, Sombra, Ontario Canada
21
Rollhaven
Flint, Michigan·
3.5
(9) review
5315 S Saginaw Rd, Flint, MI 48507-4426
22
Rosa Parks Statue
Flint, Michigan·
4.5
(9) review
Mta Terminal East Second St and Harrison St, Flint, MI
23
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
24
River Trail
Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan·
4.5
(96) review
Lansing, MI 48912 ‎
25
Absolute Gallery and Custom Framing
Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan·
5.0
(9) review
Absolute Gallery, located in the heart of Lansing's Old Town District, features an eclectic assortment of art for all tastes and budgets.
307 E Cesar E Chavez Ave, Lansing, MI 48906-4416
26
Durant Park
Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan·
4.0
(9) review
Saginaw Street, Lansing, MI
27
Grand Woods Park
Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan·
4.5
(9) review
4500 W Willow Hwy, Lansing, MI 48917
28
The Great Escape Room
Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan·
5.0
(845) review
The Great Escape Room is a real-life room escape game based on the popular computer and mobile phone escape games. Escape games are the newest craze sweeping the nation - a fun, team-building, brain-busting experience! After entering a room with your team, the door is locked behind you. 60 minutes are on the clock! You must work together in order to find clues and solve puzzles that will lead you to escape the room. Perfect for: DATE NIGHT FAMILY FUN CORPORATE TEAM BUILDING SPORTS & YOUTH GROUPS *OPEN BY APPOINTMENT for private party groups of 10 or more during our closed hours
233 Fulton St E Suite 211, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-3200
29
Riverside Park
Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan·
4.5
(9) review
2001 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49505
30
20 Monroe Live
Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan·
4.5
(82) review
11 Ottawa Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-4620
31
Putt Putt's Bar
Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan·
4.5
(8) review
1148 Fulton St W, Grand Rapids, MI 49504-6117

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What's the driving distance between Buffalo and Grand Rapids?
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