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ITINERARY
10h 6m547 miles24 stops
1
Pennsylvania National Fire Museum
Enter the 1899 Victorian Firehouse, Home of the Reily Hose Co. No. 10 and experience the sights and sounds of Firefighting History. The Pennsylvania National Fire Museum features fire apparatus from Handtubs and Steam Pumpers, hand drawn to horse drawn, to motorized Engines and a 1935 MACK tillered Ladder Truck. An outstanding and varied collection of artifacts are on display
2
Cathedral of Saint Patrick
3
Pennsylvania State Capitol
Teddy Roosevelt declared that this Italian Renaissance-style building was the handsomest building I ever saw. Indeed, the State Capitol, with its vaulted dome and grand staircase and the murals and painted floors inside, is thing to behold.
4
Kohl Memorial Park
5
Cathedral of Learning
6
Allegheny Cemetery
Instituted in 1844, this 300-acre cemetery is the final resting place of such notables as Lillian Russell, Stephen Foster and General John Neville.
7
Row House Cinema
Row House Cinema is an intimate, single screen movie theater offering a wide selection of classic and contemporary films spanning all eras, genres, and styles of cinema. Come enjoy an extensive selection of craft beer bottles and drafts from our neighbor Bierport, popcorn with real butter, and our world-famous chocolate popcorn! We can also accommodate private rentals. See you soon!
8
Pittsburgh Water Steps
9
Point State Park
Serving as a key strategic spot during the French and Indian War, this National Historic Landmark and park offer stunning views of the city and a variety of outdoor recreation.
10
Lock 3
11
Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland
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
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
14
Fish Point Nature Reserve
15
Decode Ann Arbor
Discover adventures for teams large and small! Our award-winning escape rooms at Decode Ann Arbor take you around the globe and to destinations beyond your wildest imagination. Bring you friends and family and join in the fun!
16
Furstenberg Nature Area
17
Kelsey Museum of Archaeology
The Kelsey Museum houses a collection of nearly 100,000 objects from the civilizations of the Mediterranean.
18
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.
19
Hudson Mills Metropark
1,549-acre Park Has An 18-hole Golf Course.
20
Rollhaven
21
River Trail
22
Absolute Gallery and Custom Framing
Absolute Gallery, located in the heart of Lansing's Old Town District, features an eclectic assortment of art for all tastes and budgets.
23
Durant Park
24
Grand Woods Park
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OVERVIEW
1
Start:Pennsylvania National Fire Museum
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania·
5.0
(77) review
Enter the 1899 Victorian Firehouse, Home of the Reily Hose Co. No. 10 and experience the sights and sounds of Firefighting History. The Pennsylvania National Fire Museum features fire apparatus from Handtubs and Steam Pumpers, hand drawn to horse drawn, to motorized Engines and a 1935 MACK tillered Ladder Truck. An outstanding and varied collection of artifacts are on display
2
Start:Cathedral of Saint Patrick
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(64) review
212 State St, Harrisburg, PA 17101-1108
3
Start:Pennsylvania State Capitol
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(977) review
Teddy Roosevelt declared that this Italian Renaissance-style building was the handsomest building I ever saw. Indeed, the State Capitol, with its vaulted dome and grand staircase and the murals and painted floors inside, is thing to behold.
4
Start:Kohl Memorial Park
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania·
5.0
(8) review
1050 Downhower Rd., Harrisburg, PA
5
Start:Cathedral of Learning
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(979) review
4200 5th Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15260
6
Start:Allegheny Cemetery
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(94) review
Instituted in 1844, this 300-acre cemetery is the final resting place of such notables as Lillian Russell, Stephen Foster and General John Neville.
7
Start:Row House Cinema
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(9) review
Row House Cinema is an intimate, single screen movie theater offering a wide selection of classic and contemporary films spanning all eras, genres, and styles of cinema. Come enjoy an extensive selection of craft beer bottles and drafts from our neighbor Bierport, popcorn with real butter, and our world-famous chocolate popcorn! We can also accommodate private rentals. See you soon!
8
Start:Pittsburgh Water Steps
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(94) review
North Shore Riverfront Park, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
9
Start:Point State Park
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(951) review
Serving as a key strategic spot during the French and Indian War, this National Historic Landmark and park offer stunning views of the city and a variety of outdoor recreation.
10
Start:Lock 3
Akron, Ohio·
4.5
(98) review
200 S Main St, Akron, OH 44308-1315
11
Start:Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland
Cleveland, Ohio·
3.5
(93) review
11400 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44106-3926
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: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
14
Start:Fish Point Nature Reserve
Pelee Island, Ontario·
4.5
(92) review
McCormick Rd, Ontario N0R 1M0 Canada
15
Start:Decode Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, Michigan·
5.0
(869) review
Discover adventures for teams large and small! Our award-winning escape rooms at Decode Ann Arbor take you around the globe and to destinations beyond your wildest imagination. Bring you friends and family and join in the fun!
16
Start:Furstenberg Nature Area
Ann Arbor, Michigan·
4.5
(9) review
Fuller Road Opposite Huron High School, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
17
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.
18
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.
19
Start:Hudson Mills Metropark
Ann Arbor, Michigan·
4.5
(95) review
1,549-acre Park Has An 18-hole Golf Course.
20
Start:Rollhaven
Flint, Michigan·
3.5
(9) review
5315 S Saginaw Rd, Flint, MI 48507-4426
21
Start:River Trail
Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan·
4.5
(96) review
Lansing, MI 48912
22
Start:Absolute Gallery and Custom Framing
Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan·
5.0
(9) review
Absolute Gallery, located in the heart of Lansing's Old Town District, features an eclectic assortment of art for all tastes and budgets.
23
Start:Durant Park
Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan·
4.0
(9) review
Saginaw Street, Lansing, MI
24
Start:Grand Woods Park
Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan·
4.5
(9) review
4500 W Willow Hwy, Lansing, MI 48917
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What's the driving distance between Harrisburg and Lansing?
The distance is 547 miles
What's the travel time between Harrisburg and Lansing?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 10h 6m mins in normal traffic
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