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ITINERARY

9h 51m526 miles13 stops
1
The Black Fedora Comedy Mystery Theatre
164 Church St, Charleston, SC 29401-3125
Live theatre featuring clean comic whodunit shows, volunteer audience participation, a la carte appetizers, homemade desserts, and drinks -- at the downtown City Market. “Uproarious entertainment” - Thrillist.com
2
Escape in 60
45 S Market St, Charleston, SC 29401-2004
Located in beautiful downtown Charleston at the heart of the Market on Market Street. In the middle of all of the action, attractions, restaurants, shops and bars. Escape In 60 is a fun, new entertainment concept to the Charleston. Each Escape Room is a real life adventure game designed for groups. Find hidden clues, solve riddles, puzzles, challenges and more. Take a break from all the Charleston history with an hour of interactive mystery!
3
Edmondston-Alston House
21 E Battery St, Charleston, SC 29401-2740
Constructed nearly 200 years ago, circa 1825, the Edmondston-Alston House presents a unique history of the people, both free and enslaved, who lived and labored on this property. Its collection of furniture, silver and decorative arts, largely original to those who owned the house, constitutes a rich, complex history of Charleston in the 19th century. Commanding a magnificent view of Charleston Harbor, the Edmondston-Alston House has witnessed many historic moments in the port city’s history. One of the oldest houses along the High Battery, it withstood the American Civil War, the Earthquake of 1886, and numerous hurricanes; it has survived to share a piece of Charleston history.
4
The Simpsons in 4D
1199 Celebrity Cir Broadway at the Beach, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Established in 2018. The Simpsons in 4D is a fully-themed cinematic attraction located at Broadway at the Beach in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Follow @Si4D.Simpsons4D on Instagram and Facebook for updates! The Simpsons in 4D delivers a slice of Springfield with the famous Aztec Theater and Kwik-E-Mart from the groundbreaking television show. The Aztec Theater features a themed lobby experience and a 4D Experience starring Homer and his family. This exciting animated special effects experience with 4D motion seats follows The Simpsons on a fun-filled immersive adventure. Shows run every 15 minutes. The Aztec Theater is a ticketed experience that also includes a souvenir red carpet photo with The Simpsons. Next door, guests can explore and shop at the iconic Kwik-E-Mart The convenience store has been brought to life with select products, including Buzz Soda, Lard Lad Donuts and six show-inspired Squishee flavors, as well as a wide array of custom The Simpsons branded merchandise.
5
Bojangles' Coliseum
2700 E Independence Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28205-6925
Located in Charlotte, NC - Since 1955, Bojangles' Coliseum has hosted concerts, family shows, conferences, sports events, and Charlotte Checkers hockey.
6
Sugar Creek Brewing Company
215 Southside Dr, Charlotte, NC 28217-1727
Sugar Creek Brewing Co. Bringing Belgian-inspired beer to the Carolinas and beyond, Sugar Creek Brewing Company combines the watchful eye of a Trappist Monk with the technical precision of nuclear engineering to craft fresh, full-flavored beers that are immensely satisfying and intensely drinkable. Using unique combinations of aromatic yeast strains, domestic and imported hops and award-winning malt varietys, Sugar Creek infuses traditional recipes with modern tastes and techniques to create beer that nourishes both mind and body. Sugar Creek Tap Room Mon-Wed: 4pm - 9pm Thursday: 4pm - 10pm Friday: 2pm - 10pm Saturday: 11am- 10pm Sunday: 12pm - 8pm Tighten the ropes and raise the sails, the Sugar Creek Brewing Co. Tap room is where your exploration begins! We have constructed a large taproom and private event room and staffed it with kind, courteous and knowledgeable beertenders. On tap you will find all of our year-round beers as well as seasonal and small-batch releases. Beers are available by the glass, 4 oz. Tasting flights, and growler fills via our Pegas CrafTap growler filler. The taproom is open for exploration seven days a week! Sugar Creek Private Event Room Adjacent to our taproom is our 1700 sqft private event room, complete with a private outdoor patio, private bar, and overhead projector. Private events are available seven days a week, for parties as small as 15 people. In addition to offering a full range of our favorite beers, Sugar Creek is happy to provide food services or accommodate outside catering.
7
Wooden Robot Brewery
1440 S Tryon St Suite 110, Charlotte, NC 28203-4262
8
Game On Escapes & More
107 Edinburgh South Dr Suite 203, Cary, NC 27511-8426
We offer family friendly escape games and a game show appealing to a variety of ages. Great for corporate events, team outings, and just a fun night out with friends and family.
9
Salem Lake
1001 Salem Lake Rd, Winston Salem, NC 27107-1571
10
Rockwood Park
3401 Courthouse Rd, Richmond, VA 23236-1438
11
Chop Suey Books
2913 W Cary St, Richmond, VA 23221-3515
12
Shockoe Bottom African Burial Ground
1554 E Broad St., Richmond, VA 23219
13
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
815 E Grace St, Richmond, VA 23219-3409
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OVERVIEW

1
Start:The Black Fedora Comedy Mystery Theatre
Charleston, South Carolina·
4.5
(993) review
Live theatre featuring clean comic whodunit shows, volunteer audience participation, a la carte appetizers, homemade desserts, and drinks -- at the downtown City Market. “Uproarious entertainment” - Thrillist.com
164 Church St, Charleston, SC 29401-3125
2
Escape in 60
Charleston, South Carolina·
5.0
(975) review
Located in beautiful downtown Charleston at the heart of the Market on Market Street. In the middle of all of the action, attractions, restaurants, shops and bars. Escape In 60 is a fun, new entertainment concept to the Charleston. Each Escape Room is a real life adventure game designed for groups. Find hidden clues, solve riddles, puzzles, challenges and more. Take a break from all the Charleston history with an hour of interactive mystery!
45 S Market St, Charleston, SC 29401-2004
3
Edmondston-Alston House
Charleston, South Carolina·
4.5
(992) review
Constructed nearly 200 years ago, circa 1825, the Edmondston-Alston House presents a unique history of the people, both free and enslaved, who lived and labored on this property. Its collection of furniture, silver and decorative arts, largely original to those who owned the house, constitutes a rich, complex history of Charleston in the 19th century. Commanding a magnificent view of Charleston Harbor, the Edmondston-Alston House has witnessed many historic moments in the port city’s history. One of the oldest houses along the High Battery, it withstood the American Civil War, the Earthquake of 1886, and numerous hurricanes; it has survived to share a piece of Charleston history.
21 E Battery St, Charleston, SC 29401-2740
4
The Simpsons in 4D
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina·
4.0
(97) review
Established in 2018. The Simpsons in 4D is a fully-themed cinematic attraction located at Broadway at the Beach in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Follow @Si4D.Simpsons4D on Instagram and Facebook for updates! The Simpsons in 4D delivers a slice of Springfield with the famous Aztec Theater and Kwik-E-Mart from the groundbreaking television show. The Aztec Theater features a themed lobby experience and a 4D Experience starring Homer and his family. This exciting animated special effects experience with 4D motion seats follows The Simpsons on a fun-filled immersive adventure. Shows run every 15 minutes. The Aztec Theater is a ticketed experience that also includes a souvenir red carpet photo with The Simpsons. Next door, guests can explore and shop at the iconic Kwik-E-Mart The convenience store has been brought to life with select products, including Buzz Soda, Lard Lad Donuts and six show-inspired Squishee flavors, as well as a wide array of custom The Simpsons branded merchandise.
1199 Celebrity Cir Broadway at the Beach, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
5
Bojangles' Coliseum
Charlotte, North Carolina·
4.0
(98) review
Located in Charlotte, NC - Since 1955, Bojangles' Coliseum has hosted concerts, family shows, conferences, sports events, and Charlotte Checkers hockey.
2700 E Independence Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28205-6925
6
Sugar Creek Brewing Company
Charlotte, North Carolina·
4.5
(98) review
Sugar Creek Brewing Co. Bringing Belgian-inspired beer to the Carolinas and beyond, Sugar Creek Brewing Company combines the watchful eye of a Trappist Monk with the technical precision of nuclear engineering to craft fresh, full-flavored beers that are immensely satisfying and intensely drinkable. Using unique combinations of aromatic yeast strains, domestic and imported hops and award-winning malt varietys, Sugar Creek infuses traditional recipes with modern tastes and techniques to create beer that nourishes both mind and body. Sugar Creek Tap Room Mon-Wed: 4pm - 9pm Thursday: 4pm - 10pm Friday: 2pm - 10pm Saturday: 11am- 10pm Sunday: 12pm - 8pm Tighten the ropes and raise the sails, the Sugar Creek Brewing Co. Tap room is where your exploration begins! We have constructed a large taproom and private event room and staffed it with kind, courteous and knowledgeable beertenders. On tap you will find all of our year-round beers as well as seasonal and small-batch releases. Beers are available by the glass, 4 oz. Tasting flights, and growler fills via our Pegas CrafTap growler filler. The taproom is open for exploration seven days a week! Sugar Creek Private Event Room Adjacent to our taproom is our 1700 sqft private event room, complete with a private outdoor patio, private bar, and overhead projector. Private events are available seven days a week, for parties as small as 15 people. In addition to offering a full range of our favorite beers, Sugar Creek is happy to provide food services or accommodate outside catering.
215 Southside Dr, Charlotte, NC 28217-1727
7
Wooden Robot Brewery
Charlotte, North Carolina·
4.5
(97) review
1440 S Tryon St Suite 110, Charlotte, NC 28203-4262
8
Game On Escapes & More
Cary, North Carolina·
5.0
(98) review
We offer family friendly escape games and a game show appealing to a variety of ages. Great for corporate events, team outings, and just a fun night out with friends and family.
107 Edinburgh South Dr Suite 203, Cary, NC 27511-8426
9
Salem Lake
Winston Salem, North Carolina·
4.5
(97) review
1001 Salem Lake Rd, Winston Salem, NC 27107-1571
10
Rockwood Park
Richmond, Virginia·
5.0
(9) review
3401 Courthouse Rd, Richmond, VA 23236-1438
11
Chop Suey Books
Richmond, Virginia·
4.5
(9) review
2913 W Cary St, Richmond, VA 23221-3515
12
Shockoe Bottom African Burial Ground
Richmond, Virginia·
4.5
(9) review
1554 E Broad St., Richmond, VA 23219
13
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
Richmond, Virginia·
4.5
(94) review
815 E Grace St, Richmond, VA 23219-3409

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What's the driving distance between Charleston and Alexandria?
The distance is 526 miles
What's the travel time between Charleston and Alexandria?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 9h 51m mins in normal traffic
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