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ITINERARY
38h 39m2,198 miles26 stops
1
Ohio Stadium
2
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.
3
DECEPTION
DECEPTION is a magic & mind reading show, hosted by magician David Ranalli. David creates an unforgettable evening by combining world-class sleight of hand, witty banter, and mysteries of the mind. Guests are invited into an intimate, cabaret theater where surprises lurk in every corner. Perfect as a date night, group event, and for the hardcore magic fan.
4
Fairgrounds Park
5
The Highlands Golf & Tennis
6
Tee Time Family Fun Center
7
The Dinner Detective
America's largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner show! Solve a hilarious crime while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The killer is hiding somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect! The Dinner Detective also offers private events & shows that are customized to your group. Join us for a private event that your guests will talk about for months!
8
Sugar Creek Park
9
Galloway Creek Greenway
10
Springfield Art Museum
11
Route 66 Car Museum
12
ART Salon & Spa
ART Salon and Spa is a Paul Mitchell Focus hair salon in Springfield, MO. We offer a beautiful spa to relax your worries away with a massage, customized facial, spa pedicure, or waxing. Visit our tanning salon with 4 levels of tanning beds to see all we have to offer. We are dedicated to providing you with the utmost attention, courtesy, and level of service.
13
Rutledge-Wilson Farm Community Park
14
James River Church
The James River Church West Campus, located in West Springfield, at Highway 60 and FF, is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of people through relevant teaching, heartfelt worship, and amazing kids & youth programs. We would love for you to join us this week for a life changing service with live worship and a live video broadcast message that will leave you strengthened and encouraged.
15
Port City Raceway
16
Tam Bao Buddist Temple
17
Trapped in a Room With a Zombie
Prepare to be locked in a room with up to 11 other people and a zombie that is chained to the wall. Hidden in the room is a key that will unlock the door to your freedom. To find the key you must locate numerous clues and solve riddles. Every 5 minutes, the hungry zombie's chain will release another foot. Within 60 minutes, the zombie will be able to reach you.
18
BOK Center
19
Vintage Sewing Center And Museum
20
Oklahoma Firefighters Museum
21
Topgolf Oklahoma City
Topgolf is the emerging global leader in golf entertainment. Players hit golf balls containing computer microchips that track each shot’s accuracy and distance while also awarding points for hitting targets on the outfield. Topgolf offers an upscale, laid-back experience that features climate-controlled hitting bays and an impressive food and beverage menu crafted by our executive chef.
22
Brickopolis
23
Myriad Botanical Gardens
Myriad Botanical Gardens is one of Oklahoma City’s most beloved public spaces, offering its visitors a 15 acre natural escape in the heart of downtown. A half-acre children’s garden, an off-leash dog park, splash fountains, and paths for walking and jogging provide guests young and old with a place to seek solitude with nature, or seek community and the company of others. The Gardens offers a variety of horticultural education programs for adults and children. The centerpiece attraction of the Gardens is the Inasmuch Foundation Crystal Bridge Conservatory. Its unique design has earned attention and praise in the architectural community. It is 224 feet long, 70 feet in diameter, and is covered by 3,028 sections of translucent, double-layered acrylic panels. After an 18-month, $11 million renovation, it reopened to the public on November 18, 2022.
24
Loony Bin Comedy Club
Oklahoma City’s home of national touring comics since 2002. We are a 21+ comedy club. Most shows offer a lineup of 3 different comics. The opener is a local comic and the host of the night. The second act is performed by a feature comic who performs regionally and has developed a following from various clubs and performances within multiple states. The final act is performed by a nationally known headliner comic. They offer the longest show and expected to close the show with a bang! Wednesdays - Fridays, we have a show at 8:00pm. On Saturdays, we have shows at 8:00pm & 10:30pm.
25
Cowboys OKC
26
Lake Overholser Park
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OVERVIEW
Rolling hills stretch out before you, dotted with vibrant greenery and whispering trees. As you embark on your adventure, the gentle sway of the land lulls you into a sense of tranquility. The sun paints the sky with hues of gold and crimson, casting a warm glow upon the landscape.
Miles melt away as the road unfolds beneath your wheels, carrying you deeper into the heart of this captivating countryside. The air is alive with the chorus of birdsong, creating a symphony that fills the air with joy and wonder. With each turn, a new vista emerges, inviting you to marvel at the beauty that surrounds you.
The journey culminates in a vibrant tapestry of lights, where the modern city meets the rural charm. Skyscrapers pierce the heavens, their windows twinkling like a celestial constellation. Amidst this urban symphony, you'll find respite in quiet corners, where nature's tranquility intertwines with the pulse of city life.
1
Start:Ohio Stadium
Columbus, Ohio·
4.5
(979) review
411 Woody Hayes Dr,, Columbus, OH 43210-1104
2
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.
3
Start:DECEPTION
Indianapolis, Indiana·
4.5
(9) review
DECEPTION is a magic & mind reading show, hosted by magician David Ranalli. David creates an unforgettable evening by combining world-class sleight of hand, witty banter, and mysteries of the mind. Guests are invited into an intimate, cabaret theater where surprises lurk in every corner. Perfect as a date night, group event, and for the hardcore magic fan.
4
Start:Fairgrounds Park
Saint Louis, Missouri·
3.0
(9) review
North Grand and Natural Bridge, Saint Louis, MO 63110
5
Start:The Highlands Golf & Tennis
Saint Louis, Missouri·
3.0
(9) review
5163 Clayton Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63110-1423
6
Start:Tee Time Family Fun Center
Saint Louis, Missouri·
2.5
(9) review
4631 Lemay Ferry Rd, Saint Louis, MO 63129-1615
7
Start:The Dinner Detective
Saint Louis, Missouri·
4.5
(9) review
America's largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner show! Solve a hilarious crime while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The killer is hiding somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect! The Dinner Detective also offers private events & shows that are customized to your group. Join us for a private event that your guests will talk about for months!
8
Start:Sugar Creek Park
Des Peres, Saint Louis, Missouri·
4.5
(9) review
435 Des Peres Rd, Des Peres, Saint Louis, MO 63131-2202
9
Start:Galloway Creek Greenway
Springfield, Missouri·
5.0
(9) review
2120 S Ventura Ave Pershing Middle School, Springfield, MO 65804-2718
10
Start:Springfield Art Museum
Springfield, Missouri·
4.5
(99) review
1111 E Brookside Dr, Springfield, MO 65807-1899
11
Start:Route 66 Car Museum
Springfield, Missouri·
4.5
(95) review
1634 W College St, Springfield, MO 65806-1614
12
Start:ART Salon & Spa
Springfield, Missouri·
5.0
(2) review
ART Salon and Spa is a Paul Mitchell Focus hair salon in Springfield, MO. We offer a beautiful spa to relax your worries away with a massage, customized facial, spa pedicure, or waxing. Visit our tanning salon with 4 levels of tanning beds to see all we have to offer. We are dedicated to providing you with the utmost attention, courtesy, and level of service.
13
Start:Rutledge-Wilson Farm Community Park
Springfield, Missouri·
4.5
(79) review
3825 W Farm Road 146, Springfield, MO 65802-7794
14
Start:James River Church
Springfield, Missouri·
4.5
(20) review
The James River Church West Campus, located in West Springfield, at Highway 60 and FF, is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of people through relevant teaching, heartfelt worship, and amazing kids & youth programs. We would love for you to join us this week for a life changing service with live worship and a live video broadcast message that will leave you strengthened and encouraged.
15
Start:Port City Raceway
Tulsa, Oklahoma·
4.5
(3) review
1706 N 161st East Ave, Tulsa, OK 74116-4825
16
Start:Tam Bao Buddist Temple
Tulsa, Oklahoma·
4.5
(6) review
16933 E 21st St, Tulsa, OK 74134-2102
17
Start:Trapped in a Room With a Zombie
Tulsa, Oklahoma·
3.0
(5) review
Prepare to be locked in a room with up to 11 other people and a zombie that is chained to the wall. Hidden in the room is a key that will unlock the door to your freedom. To find the key you must locate numerous clues and solve riddles. Every 5 minutes, the hungry zombie's chain will release another foot. Within 60 minutes, the zombie will be able to reach you.
18
Start:BOK Center
Tulsa, Oklahoma·
4.5
(907) review
200 S Denver Ave, Tulsa, OK 74103-5019
19
Start:Vintage Sewing Center And Museum
Tulsa, Oklahoma·
5.0
(97) review
5528 S Peoria Ave, Tulsa, OK 74105-6822
20
Start:Oklahoma Firefighters Museum
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma·
4.5
(93) review
2716 NE 50th St, Oklahoma City, OK 73111-7202
21
Start:Topgolf Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma·
4.5
(92) review
Topgolf is the emerging global leader in golf entertainment. Players hit golf balls containing computer microchips that track each shot’s accuracy and distance while also awarding points for hitting targets on the outfield. Topgolf offers an upscale, laid-back experience that features climate-controlled hitting bays and an impressive food and beverage menu crafted by our executive chef.
22
Start:Brickopolis
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma·
4.0
(96) review
101 S Mickey Mantle Dr, Oklahoma City, OK 73104-2480
23
Start:Myriad Botanical Gardens
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma·
4.5
(979) review
Myriad Botanical Gardens is one of Oklahoma City’s most beloved public spaces, offering its visitors a 15 acre natural escape in the heart of downtown. A half-acre children’s garden, an off-leash dog park, splash fountains, and paths for walking and jogging provide guests young and old with a place to seek solitude with nature, or seek community and the company of others. The Gardens offers a variety of horticultural education programs for adults and children. The centerpiece attraction of the Gardens is the Inasmuch Foundation Crystal Bridge Conservatory. Its unique design has earned attention and praise in the architectural community. It is 224 feet long, 70 feet in diameter, and is covered by 3,028 sections of translucent, double-layered acrylic panels. After an 18-month, $11 million renovation, it reopened to the public on November 18, 2022.
24
Start:Loony Bin Comedy Club
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma·
4.0
(7) review
Oklahoma City’s home of national touring comics since 2002. We are a 21+ comedy club. Most shows offer a lineup of 3 different comics. The opener is a local comic and the host of the night. The second act is performed by a feature comic who performs regionally and has developed a following from various clubs and performances within multiple states. The final act is performed by a nationally known headliner comic. They offer the longest show and expected to close the show with a bang! Wednesdays - Fridays, we have a show at 8:00pm. On Saturdays, we have shows at 8:00pm & 10:30pm.
25
Start:Cowboys OKC
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma·
4.0
(9) review
2301 S Meridian Drive, Oklahoma City, OK 73108-1727
26
Start:Lake Overholser Park
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma·
4.0
(9) review
3115 E. Overholser Dr., Oklahoma City, OK 73127
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What's the driving distance between Columbus and Fontana?
The distance is 2,198 miles
What's the travel time between Columbus and Fontana?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 38h 39m mins in normal traffic
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