Road trip from Fredericksburg to Cary
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ITINERARY
4h 20m223 miles15 stops
1
Chop Suey Books
2
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
3
Shockoe Bottom African Burial Ground
4
Rockwood Park
5
D's Bottle Shop & Craft Beer College
D's Bottle Shop; Where Craft Beer and Community Meet! Small Shop, Big Craft Beer Selection. Hand selected small batch wines, cider, kombucha, CBD, and non alcoholic options too. #enjoyitallnc
6
Dead Broke Farm
Dead Broke Farm has a 110 acres of wood trails and more than 50 horses for all experience levels. We offer guided trail rides, pony rides, birthday parties, Hindu Indian Weddings, horse boarding, horse training, and horses for sale.
7
The Hop Yard
The Hop Yard isn't just a bar and retail store where you can find the best in craft beer and wine, it's also a place to get plugged into the craft beer community that has become so strong in NC. So stop by, bring the family and the family dog, pull up a bar stool and we can chat over a pint or a glass of wine from our 28 taps.
8
Savory Spice Shop
Locally owned full service spice shop, with over 400 spices & herbs, 160 proprietary blends, hot sauces, extracts, organics, gift packs and spice related merchandise, including locally produced artisan products. We encourage you to taste what you like and buy what you need. We will measure as little as a 1/2 oz. of product. Grab a free recipe card while browsing. Knowledgeable, friendly staff.
9
Wish Upon A Quilt
Voted #1 Janome Sewing Machine Dealer and Quilt Shop in the Triangle. Raleigh, Cary, Durham, Wake Forest, Chapel-Hill, NC. We carry everything for today's quilting and sewing enthusiasts.
10
Relax Foot Spa
11
Triangle Shooting Academy
Triangle Shooting Academy is the largest indoor shooting range, retail store, and training facility in the Carolinas. Whether you are looking for a fun afternoon activity or ready to begin your training with one of our 30+ classes, we have something for you.
12
North Carolina Museum of History
Explore more than 14,000 years of North Carolina history, from the state's earliest inhabitants through the 20th century. The major exhibition The Story of North Carolina features fascinating artifacts, multimedia presentations, and an interactive format for all ages. Other exhibits highlight the state's military history, sports heroes, decorative arts and more. Monthly programs include children's programs, craft demonstrations and family events. The Museum Shop, featuring North Carolina crafts, and the on-site restaurant Pharaoh's at the Museum are open daily. Admission is free, although some special exhibits require a fee. Free parking is available on weekends in the Jones/Edenton Street lot. Museum hours are Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m.
13
Boxcar Bar + Arcade
Boxcar Bar + Arcade in downtown Raleigh is home to over 100 arcade-style games, including classic and modern arcades and pinball favorites, Skeeball, air hockey, free game consoles and more! We offer a full bar (including 24 craft drafts), a covered patio complete with an outdoor bar and live music stage, a dog friendly environment and so much more. We serve fresh, free popcorn daily and outside food is welcome.
14
The Raleigh Market
Located on the historic N.C. State Fairgrounds, The Raleigh Market is recognized as one of the Top 10 flea markets in the U.S. Each weekend, indoor and outdoor vendors showcase vintage goods and antiques, collectibles, new items, thrift items, crafts, art, jewelry and so much more. Food trucks, farm stands and fair food ensure customers do not leave hungry! The Raleigh Market is open Saturdays and Sundays, 9 am - 5 pm. Admission and parking are free.
15
Game On Escapes & More
We offer family friendly escape games and a game show appealing to a variety of ages. Great for corporate events, team outings, and just a fun night out with friends and family.
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OVERVIEW
Fredericksburg to Cary
1
Start:Chop Suey Books
Richmond, Virginia·
4.5
(9) review
2913 W Cary St, Richmond, VA 23221-3515
2
Start:St. Paul's Episcopal Church
Richmond, Virginia·
4.5
(94) review
815 E Grace St, Richmond, VA 23219-3409
3
Start:Shockoe Bottom African Burial Ground
Richmond, Virginia·
4.5
(9) review
1554 E Broad St., Richmond, VA 23219
4
Start:Rockwood Park
Richmond, Virginia·
5.0
(9) review
3401 Courthouse Rd, Richmond, VA 23236-1438
5
Start:D's Bottle Shop & Craft Beer College
Raleigh, North Carolina·
5.0
(5) review
D's Bottle Shop; Where Craft Beer and Community Meet! Small Shop, Big Craft Beer Selection. Hand selected small batch wines, cider, kombucha, CBD, and non alcoholic options too. #enjoyitallnc
6
Start:Dead Broke Farm
Raleigh, North Carolina·
4.0
(475) review
Dead Broke Farm has a 110 acres of wood trails and more than 50 horses for all experience levels. We offer guided trail rides, pony rides, birthday parties, Hindu Indian Weddings, horse boarding, horse training, and horses for sale.
7
Start:The Hop Yard
Raleigh, North Carolina·
4.5
(6) review
The Hop Yard isn't just a bar and retail store where you can find the best in craft beer and wine, it's also a place to get plugged into the craft beer community that has become so strong in NC. So stop by, bring the family and the family dog, pull up a bar stool and we can chat over a pint or a glass of wine from our 28 taps.
8
Start:Savory Spice Shop
Raleigh, North Carolina·
4.5
(7) review
Locally owned full service spice shop, with over 400 spices & herbs, 160 proprietary blends, hot sauces, extracts, organics, gift packs and spice related merchandise, including locally produced artisan products. We encourage you to taste what you like and buy what you need. We will measure as little as a 1/2 oz. of product. Grab a free recipe card while browsing. Knowledgeable, friendly staff.
9
Start:Wish Upon A Quilt
Raleigh, North Carolina·
3.5
(7) review
Voted #1 Janome Sewing Machine Dealer and Quilt Shop in the Triangle. Raleigh, Cary, Durham, Wake Forest, Chapel-Hill, NC. We carry everything for today's quilting and sewing enthusiasts.
10
Start:Relax Foot Spa
Raleigh, North Carolina·
4.0
(5) review
7851 Alexander Promenade Pl Suite 105, Raleigh, NC 27617-1915
11
Start:Triangle Shooting Academy
Raleigh, North Carolina·
3.5
(47) review
Triangle Shooting Academy is the largest indoor shooting range, retail store, and training facility in the Carolinas. Whether you are looking for a fun afternoon activity or ready to begin your training with one of our 30+ classes, we have something for you.
12
Start:North Carolina Museum of History
Raleigh, North Carolina·
4.5
(936) review
Explore more than 14,000 years of North Carolina history, from the state's earliest inhabitants through the 20th century. The major exhibition The Story of North Carolina features fascinating artifacts, multimedia presentations, and an interactive format for all ages. Other exhibits highlight the state's military history, sports heroes, decorative arts and more. Monthly programs include children's programs, craft demonstrations and family events. The Museum Shop, featuring North Carolina crafts, and the on-site restaurant Pharaoh's at the Museum are open daily. Admission is free, although some special exhibits require a fee. Free parking is available on weekends in the Jones/Edenton Street lot. Museum hours are Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m.
13
Start:Boxcar Bar + Arcade
Raleigh, North Carolina·
4.5
(92) review
Boxcar Bar + Arcade in downtown Raleigh is home to over 100 arcade-style games, including classic and modern arcades and pinball favorites, Skeeball, air hockey, free game consoles and more! We offer a full bar (including 24 craft drafts), a covered patio complete with an outdoor bar and live music stage, a dog friendly environment and so much more. We serve fresh, free popcorn daily and outside food is welcome.
14
Start:The Raleigh Market
Raleigh, North Carolina·
4.0
(96) review
Located on the historic N.C. State Fairgrounds, The Raleigh Market is recognized as one of the Top 10 flea markets in the U.S. Each weekend, indoor and outdoor vendors showcase vintage goods and antiques, collectibles, new items, thrift items, crafts, art, jewelry and so much more. Food trucks, farm stands and fair food ensure customers do not leave hungry! The Raleigh Market is open Saturdays and Sundays, 9 am - 5 pm. Admission and parking are free.
15
Start:Game On Escapes & More
Cary, North Carolina·
5.0
(98) review
We offer family friendly escape games and a game show appealing to a variety of ages. Great for corporate events, team outings, and just a fun night out with friends and family.
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What's the driving distance between Fredericksburg and Cary?
The distance is 223 miles
What's the travel time between Fredericksburg and Cary?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 4h 20m mins in normal traffic
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Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to Cary?
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