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ITINERARY
5h 17m273 miles16 stops
1
The Sugar House
2
The Anchor Bar
3
Willistead Manor
4
Amherstburg Navy Yard National Historic Site
5
Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery
The Sprucewood Family warmly welcomes you to sample handcrafted 100% Ontario VQA wines at Ontario's only beachfront destination vineyard, winery and tasting room. We are situated on 45 Acres with access to gardens, a sandy beach, and picnic tables. Enjoy a glass of wine with a picnic basket and explore our grounds year round. Tasting room open 7 days a week 11am - 5pm (we occasionally close early due to special events. Please check our social media for daily updates @sprucewoodshores)
6
Kelsey Museum of Archaeology
The Kelsey Museum houses a collection of nearly 100,000 objects from the civilizations of the Mediterranean.
7
The Ark
This music venue and nonprofit organization is dedicated to the presentation and encouragement of folk, roots and ethnic music through live performances by well-known and up-and-coming entertainers.
8
Hudson Mills Metropark
1,549-acre Park Has An 18-hole Golf Course.
9
Fish Point Nature Reserve
10
International Exposition Cener
The I-X Center is home to dozens of Cleveland's most popular consumer events including the I-X Indoor Amusement Park, International Beer Fest, Spring and Fall Fabulous Food Shows, By Hand Fine Art and Craft Fair, I-X Piston Power Show, Trick or Treat Street, I-X Christmas Connection and much more!
11
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Headquartered in a boldly designed building on Lake Erie's shore, The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is a 150,000-square-foot museum featuring ever-changing exhibits documenting the history of rock and roll, from Elvis to our days. You’ll see hundreds of original artifacts, from Jimi Hendrix outfits to The Beatles’ handwritten lyrics. Experience the excitement of a Rock Hall induction night at the Power of Rock Experience or have your very own jam session at the Garage. You can also watch a concert while you're here, so check out the Rock Hall’s schedule and plan ahead. – Tripadvisor
12
Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland: Education and Learning Center
Ever wonder how money works or what the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland does as part of the central bank of the US? Visit our Education and Learning Center featuring more than 25 fun, hands-on exhibits that answer these questions and more! We have interactive games, visual exhibits, creative stations, and illuminating films that explain everything about money you can think of, from how we use it, to why it looks the way it looks. Come see our historic lobby, take pictures with our money tree, trade coconuts on Barter Island, identify counterfeit bills, and even make your own money! All this in the heart of Cleveland, just steps away from downtown attractions. Admission is free and photos are welcome.
13
Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland
14
Lock 3
15
Erie Bayfront Convention Center
16
Presque Isle Downs & Casino
Presque Isle Downs & Casino is your best bet for gaming excitement! With over 1,500 of the hottest slots, you'll find a thrilling new game to spin every time you play. Prefer tables? You're in luck! Come try your hand at any of our over 30 thrilling table games. Like to bet on sports? Get in the game at our TwinSpires Sportsbook! With convenient sports betting kiosks, wagering is quick and easy so you'll never miss a minute of the action. Plus, catch seasonal live thoroughbred horse racing at our track! While you're here be sure to sign up for our Players Club. All new members get up to $2,500 free slot play or $25 in guaranteed match play right out of the gate! It's fast and free to join. Every time you play with your Players Club card you'll earn valuable reward points that qualify you to enjoy members-only promotions, perks, exclusive offers and much more! Presque Isle Downs & Casino is located in Erie, PA, just off of I-90 at Exit 27. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800 GAMBLER.
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OVERVIEW
1
Start:The Sugar House
Detroit, Michigan·
4.5
(9) review
2130 Michigan Ave, Detroit, MI 48216-1305
2
Start:The Anchor Bar
Detroit, Michigan·
4.0
(9) review
450 W Fort St, Detroit, MI 48226-3169
3
Start:Willistead Manor
Windsor, Ontario·
4.5
(98) review
1899 Niagara St, Windsor, Ontario N8Y 1K3 Canada
4
Start:Amherstburg Navy Yard National Historic Site
Amherstburg, Ontario·
5.0
(94) review
Dalhousie Street, Amherstburg, Ontario N9V 1W7 Canada
5
Start:Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery
Harrow, Essex, Ontario·
4.5
(97) review
The Sprucewood Family warmly welcomes you to sample handcrafted 100% Ontario VQA wines at Ontario's only beachfront destination vineyard, winery and tasting room. We are situated on 45 Acres with access to gardens, a sandy beach, and picnic tables. Enjoy a glass of wine with a picnic basket and explore our grounds year round. Tasting room open 7 days a week 11am - 5pm (we occasionally close early due to special events. Please check our social media for daily updates @sprucewoodshores)
6
Start:Kelsey Museum of Archaeology
Ann Arbor, Michigan·
4.5
(99) review
The Kelsey Museum houses a collection of nearly 100,000 objects from the civilizations of the Mediterranean.
7
Start:The Ark
Ann Arbor, Michigan·
4.5
(93) review
This music venue and nonprofit organization is dedicated to the presentation and encouragement of folk, roots and ethnic music through live performances by well-known and up-and-coming entertainers.
8
Start:Hudson Mills Metropark
Ann Arbor, Michigan·
4.5
(95) review
1,549-acre Park Has An 18-hole Golf Course.
9
Start:Fish Point Nature Reserve
Pelee Island, Ontario·
4.5
(92) review
McCormick Rd, Ontario N0R 1M0 Canada
10
Start:International Exposition Cener
Cleveland, Ohio·
4.0
(83) review
The I-X Center is home to dozens of Cleveland's most popular consumer events including the I-X Indoor Amusement Park, International Beer Fest, Spring and Fall Fabulous Food Shows, By Hand Fine Art and Craft Fair, I-X Piston Power Show, Trick or Treat Street, I-X Christmas Connection and much more!
11
Start:Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Cleveland, Ohio·
4.5
(9964) review
Headquartered in a boldly designed building on Lake Erie's shore, The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is a 150,000-square-foot museum featuring ever-changing exhibits documenting the history of rock and roll, from Elvis to our days. You’ll see hundreds of original artifacts, from Jimi Hendrix outfits to The Beatles’ handwritten lyrics. Experience the excitement of a Rock Hall induction night at the Power of Rock Experience or have your very own jam session at the Garage. You can also watch a concert while you're here, so check out the Rock Hall’s schedule and plan ahead. – Tripadvisor
12
Start:Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland: Education and Learning Center
Cleveland, Ohio·
4.5
(95) review
Ever wonder how money works or what the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland does as part of the central bank of the US? Visit our Education and Learning Center featuring more than 25 fun, hands-on exhibits that answer these questions and more! We have interactive games, visual exhibits, creative stations, and illuminating films that explain everything about money you can think of, from how we use it, to why it looks the way it looks. Come see our historic lobby, take pictures with our money tree, trade coconuts on Barter Island, identify counterfeit bills, and even make your own money! All this in the heart of Cleveland, just steps away from downtown attractions. Admission is free and photos are welcome.
13
Start:Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland
Cleveland, Ohio·
3.5
(93) review
11400 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44106-3926
14
Start:Lock 3
Akron, Ohio·
4.5
(98) review
200 S Main St, Akron, OH 44308-1315
15
Start:Erie Bayfront Convention Center
Erie, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(97) review
1 Sassafras Pier, Erie, PA 16507-2011
16
Start:Presque Isle Downs & Casino
Erie, Pennsylvania·
3.5
(981) review
Presque Isle Downs & Casino is your best bet for gaming excitement! With over 1,500 of the hottest slots, you'll find a thrilling new game to spin every time you play. Prefer tables? You're in luck! Come try your hand at any of our over 30 thrilling table games. Like to bet on sports? Get in the game at our TwinSpires Sportsbook! With convenient sports betting kiosks, wagering is quick and easy so you'll never miss a minute of the action. Plus, catch seasonal live thoroughbred horse racing at our track! While you're here be sure to sign up for our Players Club. All new members get up to $2,500 free slot play or $25 in guaranteed match play right out of the gate! It's fast and free to join. Every time you play with your Players Club card you'll earn valuable reward points that qualify you to enjoy members-only promotions, perks, exclusive offers and much more! Presque Isle Downs & Casino is located in Erie, PA, just off of I-90 at Exit 27. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800 GAMBLER.
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What's the driving distance between Detroit and Erie?
The distance is 273 miles
What's the travel time between Detroit and Erie?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 5h 17m mins in normal traffic
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