Road trip from Charleston to Fort Lauderdale
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ITINERARY
10h 38m556 miles13 stops
1
Frothy Beard Brewing Company
2
The Black Fedora Comedy Mystery Theatre
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
3
Edmondston-Alston House
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
Sea Glass Therapeutic Massage
Located in the West Ashley section of Charleston, Sea Glass Therapeutic Massage offers Swedish, therapeutic, deep tissue, couples and hot stone massage. If you prefer massage at your own location, we will be happy to come to you. Travel and setup fee applies for mobile massage.
5
Cathedral of St. John the Baptist
The oldest Roman Catholic church in Georgia.
6
Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens
A unit of University of Georgia Extension, CGBG is a historic property with trees and farm buildings dating to the 1920s, 30s and 40s, when "the Bamboo Farm" was an active USDA Plant Introduction Station. Today, new gardens and paths are being developed and installed. By increasing the plant diversity on the 51-acre property, CGBG aims to bring people in touch with the wonders and beauty of the plant world. Admission charge, free parking and amenities include a Gift Shop and two public restrooms on site. Among the gardens to enjoy include the Woodland Shade Garden, Whiet Garden, Water Garden, Garden for All Abilities, Orchid House, Mediterranean Garden, Rose Garden and Judge Arthur Solomon Camellia Trail. Numerous cold-hardy palms, bamboo species and camellia species are highlights in our botanical collection.
7
Underbelly
Located in the heart of Downtown, in Jacksonville's "Elbow District", Underbelly isn't just a building and a stage where people come to enjoy music. It's much bigger than that. It's not the paint on the walls. It's not the brick, wood, and nails that hold it all together. It's not the lights or the electricity that define it. Underbelly is a garden. A place for people, regardless of who you are or what you do, to just leave it all at the door for a small while. It's a place for humans. People wanting to be just that. Surrounded by others that feel the same to come together for however long it may be, to be here and now - no more, no less. It's a place where the best musicians unite to create moments that exist nowhere else. Isn't that what it is all about? Finding those moments of magic that will stay with you forever? Well, that's what we sell. We sell magic in all sizes. So come with many, come with none, it doesn't matter. Because when you're here, you're home.
8
American Girl Orlando
Discover a place like no other, where lifelong memories are made, time together counts, and girls can be girls! Enjoy casual dining in the Bistro, where dolls are always welcome.
9
1001 Transportation
Airport Transportation Affordable flat rate Orlando & Miami ground transportation with over 20 years of combined experience. Our chauffeurs have earned an excellent reputation for exceptional standard of safety, reliability and professionalism Transportation in Orlando & Miami Florida.
10
Corpus Christi Catholic Church
11
Better Body Spa
Better Body Spa is your choice for a relaxation getaway in Fort Lauderdale. We are specialized in pain management, deep tissue, trigger point therapy, hot stone therapy, foot massages, reflexology, Swedish massages, sports massages, pregnancy massages, Ashiatsu and pre and post surgical lymphatic drainage. We also offer facials, waxing & hypnosis sessions.
12
Hugh Taylor Birch State Park
Smack in the middle of the city is this 180-acre park, which offers a respite from city life with picnicking, camping, swimming and canoeing and a chance to tour the home of the generous man who donated his lovely estate to Florida.
13
Sensation Tours
Sensation Tours offer Private Transportation services, Private Service to Port of Miami and Miami International Airports (MIA) and Fort Lauderdale Airport, Key West and Everglades. Sensation Tours ofrece servicio de transporte privado al Puerto de Miami y aeropuertos en Miami y Fort Lauderdale, Key West y Everglades, Arrive on time to your destinations with Sensation Tours. New and clean Mercedes Benz Sprinters with enough space for luggage, panoramic windows, seat belts in all seats, professional and licensed drivers that know the area well. Perfect for large groups! Take the chance to travel as queen or king at low cost.
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OVERVIEW
1
Start:Frothy Beard Brewing Company
Charleston, South Carolina·
4.5
(86) review
1401 Sam Rittenberg Blvd Ashley Landing, Charleston, SC 29407-5031
2
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
3
Start: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.
4
Start:Sea Glass Therapeutic Massage
Charleston, South Carolina·
5.0
(9) review
Located in the West Ashley section of Charleston, Sea Glass Therapeutic Massage offers Swedish, therapeutic, deep tissue, couples and hot stone massage. If you prefer massage at your own location, we will be happy to come to you. Travel and setup fee applies for mobile massage.
5
Start:Cathedral of St. John the Baptist
Savannah, Georgia·
5.0
(9819) review
The oldest Roman Catholic church in Georgia.
6
Start:Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens
Savannah, Georgia·
4.0
(96) review
A unit of University of Georgia Extension, CGBG is a historic property with trees and farm buildings dating to the 1920s, 30s and 40s, when "the Bamboo Farm" was an active USDA Plant Introduction Station. Today, new gardens and paths are being developed and installed. By increasing the plant diversity on the 51-acre property, CGBG aims to bring people in touch with the wonders and beauty of the plant world. Admission charge, free parking and amenities include a Gift Shop and two public restrooms on site. Among the gardens to enjoy include the Woodland Shade Garden, Whiet Garden, Water Garden, Garden for All Abilities, Orchid House, Mediterranean Garden, Rose Garden and Judge Arthur Solomon Camellia Trail. Numerous cold-hardy palms, bamboo species and camellia species are highlights in our botanical collection.
7
Start:Underbelly
Jacksonville, Florida·
3.5
(9) review
Located in the heart of Downtown, in Jacksonville's "Elbow District", Underbelly isn't just a building and a stage where people come to enjoy music. It's much bigger than that. It's not the paint on the walls. It's not the brick, wood, and nails that hold it all together. It's not the lights or the electricity that define it. Underbelly is a garden. A place for people, regardless of who you are or what you do, to just leave it all at the door for a small while. It's a place for humans. People wanting to be just that. Surrounded by others that feel the same to come together for however long it may be, to be here and now - no more, no less. It's a place where the best musicians unite to create moments that exist nowhere else. Isn't that what it is all about? Finding those moments of magic that will stay with you forever? Well, that's what we sell. We sell magic in all sizes. So come with many, come with none, it doesn't matter. Because when you're here, you're home.
8
Start:American Girl Orlando
Orlando, Florida·
4.5
(98) review
Discover a place like no other, where lifelong memories are made, time together counts, and girls can be girls! Enjoy casual dining in the Bistro, where dolls are always welcome.
9
Start:1001 Transportation
Orlando, Florida·
5.0
(98) review
Airport Transportation Affordable flat rate Orlando & Miami ground transportation with over 20 years of combined experience. Our chauffeurs have earned an excellent reputation for exceptional standard of safety, reliability and professionalism Transportation in Orlando & Miami Florida.
10
Start:Corpus Christi Catholic Church
Celebration, Orlando, Florida·
5.0
(99) review
1050 Celebration Ave, Celebration, Orlando, FL 34747-4867
11
Start:Better Body Spa
Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, Florida·
5.0
(97) review
Better Body Spa is your choice for a relaxation getaway in Fort Lauderdale. We are specialized in pain management, deep tissue, trigger point therapy, hot stone therapy, foot massages, reflexology, Swedish massages, sports massages, pregnancy massages, Ashiatsu and pre and post surgical lymphatic drainage. We also offer facials, waxing & hypnosis sessions.
12
Start:Hugh Taylor Birch State Park
Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, Florida·
4.5
(964) review
Smack in the middle of the city is this 180-acre park, which offers a respite from city life with picnicking, camping, swimming and canoeing and a chance to tour the home of the generous man who donated his lovely estate to Florida.
13
Start:Sensation Tours
Miami, Florida·
5.0
(98) review
Sensation Tours offer Private Transportation services, Private Service to Port of Miami and Miami International Airports (MIA) and Fort Lauderdale Airport, Key West and Everglades. Sensation Tours ofrece servicio de transporte privado al Puerto de Miami y aeropuertos en Miami y Fort Lauderdale, Key West y Everglades, Arrive on time to your destinations with Sensation Tours. New and clean Mercedes Benz Sprinters with enough space for luggage, panoramic windows, seat belts in all seats, professional and licensed drivers that know the area well. Perfect for large groups! Take the chance to travel as queen or king at low cost.
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What's the driving distance between Charleston and Fort Lauderdale?
The distance is 556 miles
What's the travel time between Charleston and Fort Lauderdale?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 10h 38m mins in normal traffic
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Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to Fort Lauderdale?
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The weather in Fort Lauderdale is generally mild year-round, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. See the links below for more information
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