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ITINERARY
11h 45m613 miles16 stops
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World Food Prize Hall of Laureates
The Norman E. Borlaug Hall of Laureates - home of The World Food Prize - is a public museum, educational facility and a place of inspiration for all. This magnificently restored Beaux Arts space celebrates the spirit of giving, emphasizing the importance of global food security.
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Brenton Skating Plaza
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Capitol Building
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Iowa State Fairgrounds
For 11 days in August, it’s a fairground, but for the other 354 days of the year, the Iowa State Fairgrounds is home to auto shows, livestock exhibitions, flea markets, antique shows, concerts, trade shows and more. See what’s happening this month at the Iowa State Fairgrounds.
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Fort Des Moines Museum & Education Center
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Fitness Sports
Iowa's first Specialty Running & Walking store with a emphasis on personal service. Ou r stone motto is "Where You have the Right to B-Fit". Est. in 1984.
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The Highlands Golf & Tennis
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Burdette Park
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Willard Library
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Evansville Brewhouse
11
Mo's House
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Magic Wheels
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Heritage Park Complex
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Planet 3 Extreme Air Park
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Tennessee valley brewing company
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Customs House Museum and Cultural Center
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OVERVIEW
1
Start:World Food Prize Hall of Laureates
Des Moines, Iowa·
5.0
(81) review
The Norman E. Borlaug Hall of Laureates - home of The World Food Prize - is a public museum, educational facility and a place of inspiration for all. This magnificently restored Beaux Arts space celebrates the spirit of giving, emphasizing the importance of global food security.
2
Start:Brenton Skating Plaza
Des Moines, Iowa·
4.5
(9) review
520 Robert D Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA 50309-1824
3
Start:Capitol Building
Des Moines, Iowa·
5.0
(890) review
1007 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50319-1001
4
Start:Iowa State Fairgrounds
Des Moines, Iowa·
4.5
(882) review
For 11 days in August, it’s a fairground, but for the other 354 days of the year, the Iowa State Fairgrounds is home to auto shows, livestock exhibitions, flea markets, antique shows, concerts, trade shows and more. See what’s happening this month at the Iowa State Fairgrounds.
5
Start:Fort Des Moines Museum & Education Center
Des Moines, Iowa·
4.0
(8) review
75 E Army Post Rd, Des Moines, IA 50315-5866
6
Start:Fitness Sports
Des Moines, Iowa·
5.0
(9) review
Iowa's first Specialty Running & Walking store with a emphasis on personal service. Ou r stone motto is "Where You have the Right to B-Fit". Est. in 1984.
7
Start:The Highlands Golf & Tennis
Saint Louis, Missouri·
3.0
(9) review
5163 Clayton Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63110-1423
8
Start:Burdette Park
Evansville, Indiana·
4.0
(95) review
5301 Nurrenbern Rd, Evansville, IN 47712-9368
9
Start:Willard Library
Evansville, Indiana·
4.5
(97) review
21 N 1st Ave, Evansville, IN 47710-1294
10
Start:Evansville Brewhouse
Evansville, Indiana·
4.5
(9) review
56 Adams Ave, Evansville, IN 47713-1310
11
Start:Mo's House
Evansville, Indiana·
4.5
(9) review
1114 Parrett St, Evansville, IN 47713-1344
12
Start:Magic Wheels
Clarksville, Tennessee·
3.5
(8) review
1671 Fort Campbell Blvd, Clarksville, TN 37042-3583
13
Start:Heritage Park Complex
Clarksville, Tennessee·
4.5
(7) review
1241 Peachers Mil Rd, Clarksville, TN 37042-6702
14
Start:Planet 3 Extreme Air Park
Clarksville, Tennessee·
4.0
(9) review
310 Needmore Rd, Clarksville, TN 37040-6640
15
Start:Tennessee valley brewing company
Clarksville, Tennessee·
4.5
(9) review
2088 Lowes Dr Ste H, Clarksville, TN 37040-1642
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Start:Customs House Museum and Cultural Center
Clarksville, Tennessee·
4.0
(87) review
Corner of Commerce and South 2nd Street, Clarksville, TN 37041
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What's the driving distance between Des Moines and Clarksville?
The distance is 613 miles
What's the travel time between Des Moines and Clarksville?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 11h 45m mins in normal traffic
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