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ITINERARY

23h 57m1,328 miles21 stops
1
John F. Kennedy Memorial Plaza
646 Main Street, Dallas, TX 75202
This simple monument to the slain president was built on a plaza adjacent to the Texas School Book Depository building.
2
Central Market
5750 E Lovers Ln, Dallas, TX 75206-2921
3
Widowmaker Trail Rides
904 Quail Creek Ct, Southlake, TX 76092-3117
Horseback riding, photo shoots and events. By Appointment only. Our location is on Lake Grapevine between Dallas and Fort Worth. We offer a 2 hour ride for $100. We are also a premier photo shoot location with a starting fee of $100 per hour.
4
Buckstaff Bathhouse
509 Central Ave, Hot Springs, AR 71901-3596
Experience timeless relaxation at the Buckstaff Bathhouse, the crown jewel of Hot Springs, Arkansas. Indulge in traditional mineral-rich thermal bath treatments in the longest continuously run bathhouse in the state.
5
Robinson Center
Markham At Broadway, Little Rock, AR 72201
6
Blues Hall Juke Joint
174 Beale St, Memphis, TN 38103-3714
7
Cooper-Young Historic District
Cooper and Young Streets, Memphis, TN 38101
8
Franklin on Foot
Franklin, TN 37064-2580
Just minutes south of Nashville, Franklin is often cited as one of the most beautiful downtowns in the U.S. and Site of "the most famous battle you've never heard of," according to National Geographic. Our enthusiastic and knowledgeable guides are born storytellers who will make your visit an unforgettable experience. Our tours include the Classic Franklin, Civil War in Franklin, Grave Matters in the Cemetery, and our most popular, the Haunted Franklin Ghost Tour! Most tours are available Monday through Saturday by advance reservation; some tours have minimums. Just call and see how flexible and accommodating we can be!
9
Tennessee State Museum
1000 Rosa L Parks Blvd, Nashville, TN 37208-2624
The Tennessee State Museum is located at the corner of Rosa L. Parks Blvd. and Jefferson Street at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. It is designed to bring history to life. It includes a “Tennessee Time Tunnel” chronicling the state’s rich history and leading visitors though the Museum’s permanent collection, a hands-on children’s gallery, six rotating galleries, a state-of-the art digital learning center and a two-story Grand Hall. Exhibitions include significant artifacts related to the state’s history, along with displays of art, furniture, textiles, and photographs produced by Tennesseans. The Museum's Civil War holdings of uniforms, battle flags and weapons are among the finest in the nation.There is no admission charge for visitors. Hours are subject to change. Please check our website at tnmuseum.org for the most up to date information on parking, exhibitions and events.
10
Peter Kern Library
407 Union Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902-2112
Hidden inside the historic Kern Building, behind The Oliver Hotel lobby, is Knoxville’s one and only speakeasy, The Peter Kern Library. Once a well-kept secret, the bar is now a beloved institution. The dark wood, fireplace, rows of books, and cocktails named after literary characters create a warm and cozy atmosphere where time seems to stop.
11
The Village Shops
634 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738-3241
12
Grove Arcade
1 Page Ave, Asheville, NC 28801-2382
Grove Arcade is a beautifully preserved historical building in the heart of Downtown Asheville that represents the heart and character of the town. It’s rich history and ornate architecture combined with its eclectic mix of shops and restaurants offer patrons a full-day immersion into Asheville lifestyle and culture.
13
Lexington Glassworks
81 S Lexington Ave, Asheville, NC 28801-3309
Lexington Glassworks, located in the heart of downtown Asheville, NC, was born out of the desire to create timeless and innovative hand-blown glass. Each piece is skillfully crafted using century-old techniques with the singular goal of creating top-notch work. The gallery features high-quality custom lighting and handmade glass for any budget. Lexington Glassworks is a makers studio where the public is invited to view the artists at work.
14
Greenbrier Historical Society and North House Museum
814 Washington St W, Lewisburg, WV 24901-2029
15
Carvins Cove Natural Reserve
9644 Reservoir Rd, Roanoke, VA 24019-7916
16
The Paramount Theater
215 E Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902-5231
17
James Monroe's Highland
2050 James Monroe Pkwy, Charlottesville, VA 22902-7546
Part of William & Mary, this historic site is the home of James Monroe, fifth president of the United States.
18
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
181 Kernstown Commons Blvd, Winchester, VA 22602-5364
19
Ball's Bluff Battlefield and National Cemetery
Battlefield Parkway Route 15, Leesburg, VA
A poignant and sobering reminder of a disastrous Union defeat during the Civil War.
20
AMC Worldgate 9
13025 Worldgate Dr, Herndon, VA 20170-4374
21
Escape Room Loudoun
46950 Jennings Farm Dr 290, Sterling, VA 20164-8679
An exciting new escape room establishment in Loudoun County! Escape Room activities are an exciting way to foster collaborative thinking and problem solving. Each group must work together to solve problems; ranging from small and simple, to complex and multi-part problems.
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OVERVIEW

Dallas to Washington DC
1
Start:John F. Kennedy Memorial Plaza
Dallas, Texas·
4.0
(997) review
This simple monument to the slain president was built on a plaza adjacent to the Texas School Book Depository building.
646 Main Street, Dallas, TX 75202
2
Central Market
Dallas, Texas·
4.5
(99) review
5750 E Lovers Ln, Dallas, TX 75206-2921
3
Widowmaker Trail Rides
Southlake, Texas·
5.0
(99) review
Horseback riding, photo shoots and events. By Appointment only. Our location is on Lake Grapevine between Dallas and Fort Worth. We offer a 2 hour ride for $100. We are also a premier photo shoot location with a starting fee of $100 per hour.
904 Quail Creek Ct, Southlake, TX 76092-3117
4
Buckstaff Bathhouse
Hot Springs, Arkansas·
4.5
(996) review
Experience timeless relaxation at the Buckstaff Bathhouse, the crown jewel of Hot Springs, Arkansas. Indulge in traditional mineral-rich thermal bath treatments in the longest continuously run bathhouse in the state.
509 Central Ave, Hot Springs, AR 71901-3596
5
Robinson Center
Little Rock, Arkansas·
4.5
(99) review
Markham At Broadway, Little Rock, AR 72201
6
Blues Hall Juke Joint
Memphis, Tennessee·
4.5
(97) review
174 Beale St, Memphis, TN 38103-3714
7
Cooper-Young Historic District
Memphis, Tennessee·
4.0
(97) review
Cooper and Young Streets, Memphis, TN 38101
8
Franklin on Foot
Franklin, Tennessee·
5.0
(995) review
Just minutes south of Nashville, Franklin is often cited as one of the most beautiful downtowns in the U.S. and Site of "the most famous battle you've never heard of," according to National Geographic. Our enthusiastic and knowledgeable guides are born storytellers who will make your visit an unforgettable experience. Our tours include the Classic Franklin, Civil War in Franklin, Grave Matters in the Cemetery, and our most popular, the Haunted Franklin Ghost Tour! Most tours are available Monday through Saturday by advance reservation; some tours have minimums. Just call and see how flexible and accommodating we can be!
Franklin, TN 37064-2580
9
Tennessee State Museum
Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee·
4.5
(997) review
The Tennessee State Museum is located at the corner of Rosa L. Parks Blvd. and Jefferson Street at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. It is designed to bring history to life. It includes a “Tennessee Time Tunnel” chronicling the state’s rich history and leading visitors though the Museum’s permanent collection, a hands-on children’s gallery, six rotating galleries, a state-of-the art digital learning center and a two-story Grand Hall. Exhibitions include significant artifacts related to the state’s history, along with displays of art, furniture, textiles, and photographs produced by Tennesseans. The Museum's Civil War holdings of uniforms, battle flags and weapons are among the finest in the nation.There is no admission charge for visitors. Hours are subject to change. Please check our website at tnmuseum.org for the most up to date information on parking, exhibitions and events.
1000 Rosa L Parks Blvd, Nashville, TN 37208-2624
10
Peter Kern Library
Knoxville, Tennessee·
4.0
(99) review
Hidden inside the historic Kern Building, behind The Oliver Hotel lobby, is Knoxville’s one and only speakeasy, The Peter Kern Library. Once a well-kept secret, the bar is now a beloved institution. The dark wood, fireplace, rows of books, and cocktails named after literary characters create a warm and cozy atmosphere where time seems to stop.
407 Union Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902-2112
11
The Village Shops
Gatlinburg, Tennessee·
4.5
(998) review
634 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738-3241
12
Grove Arcade
Asheville, North Carolina·
4.0
(987) review
Grove Arcade is a beautifully preserved historical building in the heart of Downtown Asheville that represents the heart and character of the town. It’s rich history and ornate architecture combined with its eclectic mix of shops and restaurants offer patrons a full-day immersion into Asheville lifestyle and culture.
1 Page Ave, Asheville, NC 28801-2382
13
Lexington Glassworks
Asheville, North Carolina·
4.5
(983) review
Lexington Glassworks, located in the heart of downtown Asheville, NC, was born out of the desire to create timeless and innovative hand-blown glass. Each piece is skillfully crafted using century-old techniques with the singular goal of creating top-notch work. The gallery features high-quality custom lighting and handmade glass for any budget. Lexington Glassworks is a makers studio where the public is invited to view the artists at work.
81 S Lexington Ave, Asheville, NC 28801-3309
14
Greenbrier Historical Society and North House Museum
Lewisburg, West Virginia·
5.0
(97) review
814 Washington St W, Lewisburg, WV 24901-2029
15
Carvins Cove Natural Reserve
Roanoke, Virginia·
4.5
(95) review
9644 Reservoir Rd, Roanoke, VA 24019-7916
16
The Paramount Theater
Charlottesville, Virginia·
4.5
(99) review
215 E Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902-5231
17
James Monroe's Highland
Charlottesville, Virginia·
4.5
(966) review
Part of William & Mary, this historic site is the home of James Monroe, fifth president of the United States.
2050 James Monroe Pkwy, Charlottesville, VA 22902-7546
18
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
Winchester, Virginia·
4.0
(96) review
181 Kernstown Commons Blvd, Winchester, VA 22602-5364
19
Ball's Bluff Battlefield and National Cemetery
Leesburg, Loudoun County, Virginia·
4.0
(98) review
A poignant and sobering reminder of a disastrous Union defeat during the Civil War.
Battlefield Parkway Route 15, Leesburg, VA
20
AMC Worldgate 9
Herndon, Fairfax County, Virginia·
4.0
(98) review
13025 Worldgate Dr, Herndon, VA 20170-4374
21
Escape Room Loudoun
Sterling, Loudoun County, Virginia·
4.5
(99) review
An exciting new escape room establishment in Loudoun County! Escape Room activities are an exciting way to foster collaborative thinking and problem solving. Each group must work together to solve problems; ranging from small and simple, to complex and multi-part problems.
46950 Jennings Farm Dr 290, Sterling, VA 20164-8679

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The distance is 1,328 miles
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