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ITINERARY
41h 52m2,371 miles20 stops
1
Forestiere Underground Gardens
Take a tour off Highway 99 and visit Fresno's best kept secret. *A hand-built network of underground rooms, courtyards and passageways reminiscent of the ancient catacombs. *Unique fruit producing trees, shrubs, and vines growing underground - some over 90 years old! *Ancient Roman architecture - arches, vaults and stone-built walls. *Underground micro-climates - temperature variations of 10 to 30 degrees! *Underground home of Sicilian visionary and self-taught artist/builder Baldassare Forestiere.
2
California Fruit Depot
3
The Rat Pack is Back
The number 1 Rat Pack show in the world, now in its' 24th year. The only show of its' kind with an award from the Congress of the United States of America, a full time show running in Las Vegas and national and international touring companies, appearances in over 40 states, 8000 performances and over 3 million satisfied customers.
4
Shadow Creek Golf Club
Designed by Tom Fazio, this magnificent 18-hole championship course is characterized by sparkling creeks, towering waterfalls and lush gardens, all of which are framed by commanding mountains.
5
Island Waterpark
6
LoDo Massage Studio
Therapeutic Massage Services! At LoDo Massage Studio, we believe a good massage can be a powerful tool to reshape and restore how your body feels and functions. Our massage therapists are talented, licensed, experts who are passionate about providing transformational therapeutic bodywork. Our studio encourages our LMTs to use their unique experience and skill to customize your massage to your body’s exact needs by using a wide range of modalities. Looking for a place to start? Named for our beloved city, our signature Mile High Massage service is tailored to suit you just right. You could also choose a relaxing Swedish massage, invigorating Sports Massage, or effective Neuromuscular Massage. We also offer add-ons like Aromatherapy, and Hot Towels to create a massage bespoke for your body.
7
Hollywood Candy
Hollywood Candy is a giant candy store proudly serving Omaha’s Old Market since 2007. We offer a large selection of housemate chocolate candy including our chocolate covered bacon, chocolate potato chips, candy cookie pops and our famous Peanut Butter Surprise. We have all flavors or Jelly Belly jelly beans and a large selection of M&M’s. We offer the largest selection of bulk candy in the area including hard to find retro brands, favorite brands like Hershey’s and Oreo, rock candy, gummies, sour candy, and lollipops. Our Soda Shoppe offers over 200 varieties of familiar and unique soda brands. We have the largest collection of PEZ dispensers for everyone to enjoy plus a large assortment for sale.
8
Hot Shops Art Center
9
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.
10
Brenton Skating Plaza
11
German American Heritage Center
12
Endless Brews
We are a bottle shop & craft beer bar with 20 taps and over 300 select bottles and cans for carry-out.
13
Quad Cities Symphony Orchestra
14
Wrigley Field
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the legendary home of the Chicago Cubs with Wrigley Field Tours. Built in 1914, this must-see Chicago attraction houses more than 100 years of history. New this year, fans can join us on a non-gameday Ivy Tour which includes the opportunity to take a photo in front of Wrigley Field’s historic ivy wall.
15
Boystown
Located in Chicago's North Side, this vibrant neighborhood is known for its exciting nightlife and for being one of the largest LGBTQIA+ communities in the city. It's the host of the annual Chicago Pride Parade, and a must-see in the area is the Legacy Walk on Halsted Street, where you can learn about the contributions of the LGBTQIA+ community while admiring the colorful street art and rainbow crosswalks. Check out the unique shops and then grab a bite at one of the area's delicious Thai or Mexican restaurants. At night, visit one of the neighborhood's bars to enjoy a drag show, concert, and tasty cocktail. Consider taking a food or walking tour of Chicago that stops by Boystown. – Tripadvisor
16
Michigan Avenue Bridge
The view from the bridge is one of the best vistas the city has to offer.
17
River Trail
18
Hudson Mills Metropark
1,549-acre Park Has An 18-hole Golf Course.
19
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.
20
Kelsey Museum of Archaeology
The Kelsey Museum houses a collection of nearly 100,000 objects from the civilizations of the Mediterranean.
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OVERVIEW
1
Start:Forestiere Underground Gardens
Fresno, California·
4.5
(862) review
Take a tour off Highway 99 and visit Fresno's best kept secret. *A hand-built network of underground rooms, courtyards and passageways reminiscent of the ancient catacombs. *Unique fruit producing trees, shrubs, and vines growing underground - some over 90 years old! *Ancient Roman architecture - arches, vaults and stone-built walls. *Underground micro-climates - temperature variations of 10 to 30 degrees! *Underground home of Sicilian visionary and self-taught artist/builder Baldassare Forestiere.
2
Start:California Fruit Depot
Bakersfield, California·
5.0
(72) review
10854 Redbank Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93307-9143
3
Start:The Rat Pack is Back
Las Vegas, Nevada·
4.0
(999) review
The number 1 Rat Pack show in the world, now in its' 24th year. The only show of its' kind with an award from the Congress of the United States of America, a full time show running in Las Vegas and national and international touring companies, appearances in over 40 states, 8000 performances and over 3 million satisfied customers.
4
Start:Shadow Creek Golf Club
Las Vegas, Nevada·
4.5
(69) review
Designed by Tom Fazio, this magnificent 18-hole championship course is characterized by sparkling creeks, towering waterfalls and lush gardens, all of which are framed by commanding mountains.
5
Start:Island Waterpark
Fresno, California·
4.0
(82) review
6099 W Barstow Ave, Fresno, CA 93723-9372
6
Start:LoDo Massage Studio
Denver, Colorado·
5.0
(99) review
Therapeutic Massage Services! At LoDo Massage Studio, we believe a good massage can be a powerful tool to reshape and restore how your body feels and functions. Our massage therapists are talented, licensed, experts who are passionate about providing transformational therapeutic bodywork. Our studio encourages our LMTs to use their unique experience and skill to customize your massage to your body’s exact needs by using a wide range of modalities. Looking for a place to start? Named for our beloved city, our signature Mile High Massage service is tailored to suit you just right. You could also choose a relaxing Swedish massage, invigorating Sports Massage, or effective Neuromuscular Massage. We also offer add-ons like Aromatherapy, and Hot Towels to create a massage bespoke for your body.
7
Start:Hollywood Candy
Omaha, Nebraska·
4.0
(99) review
Hollywood Candy is a giant candy store proudly serving Omaha’s Old Market since 2007. We offer a large selection of housemate chocolate candy including our chocolate covered bacon, chocolate potato chips, candy cookie pops and our famous Peanut Butter Surprise. We have all flavors or Jelly Belly jelly beans and a large selection of M&M’s. We offer the largest selection of bulk candy in the area including hard to find retro brands, favorite brands like Hershey’s and Oreo, rock candy, gummies, sour candy, and lollipops. Our Soda Shoppe offers over 200 varieties of familiar and unique soda brands. We have the largest collection of PEZ dispensers for everyone to enjoy plus a large assortment for sale.
8
Start:Hot Shops Art Center
Omaha, Nebraska·
4.5
(96) review
13th & Nicholas, Omaha, NE 68102
9
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.
10
Start:Brenton Skating Plaza
Des Moines, Iowa·
4.5
(9) review
520 Robert D Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA 50309-1824
11
Start:German American Heritage Center
Davenport, Iowa·
4.5
(84) review
712 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA 52802-1410
12
Start:Endless Brews
Davenport, Iowa·
4.5
(9) review
We are a bottle shop & craft beer bar with 20 taps and over 300 select bottles and cans for carry-out.
13
Start:Quad Cities Symphony Orchestra
Davenport, Iowa·
4.5
(8) review
327 Brady St, Davenport, IA 52801-1508
14
Start:Wrigley Field
Chicago, Illinois·
4.5
(9953) review
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the legendary home of the Chicago Cubs with Wrigley Field Tours. Built in 1914, this must-see Chicago attraction houses more than 100 years of history. New this year, fans can join us on a non-gameday Ivy Tour which includes the opportunity to take a photo in front of Wrigley Field’s historic ivy wall.
15
Start:Boystown
Chicago, Illinois·
4.5
(98) review
Located in Chicago's North Side, this vibrant neighborhood is known for its exciting nightlife and for being one of the largest LGBTQIA+ communities in the city. It's the host of the annual Chicago Pride Parade, and a must-see in the area is the Legacy Walk on Halsted Street, where you can learn about the contributions of the LGBTQIA+ community while admiring the colorful street art and rainbow crosswalks. Check out the unique shops and then grab a bite at one of the area's delicious Thai or Mexican restaurants. At night, visit one of the neighborhood's bars to enjoy a drag show, concert, and tasty cocktail. Consider taking a food or walking tour of Chicago that stops by Boystown. – Tripadvisor
16
Start:Michigan Avenue Bridge
Chicago, Illinois·
4.5
(985) review
The view from the bridge is one of the best vistas the city has to offer.
17
Start:River Trail
Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan·
4.5
(96) review
Lansing, MI 48912
18
Start:Hudson Mills Metropark
Ann Arbor, Michigan·
4.5
(95) review
1,549-acre Park Has An 18-hole Golf Course.
19
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.
20
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.
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What's the driving distance between Fresno and Ann Arbor?
The distance is 2,371 miles
What's the travel time between Fresno and Ann Arbor?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 41h 52m mins in normal traffic
What are some of the best cities to visit between Fresno and Ann Arbor?
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Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to Ann Arbor?
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