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Road trip from Harrisburg to Trenton

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ITINERARY

2h 30m127 miles23 stops
1
Pennsylvania National Fire Museum
1820 N 4th St, Harrisburg, PA 17102-1501
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
Midtown Cinema
250 Reily St, Harrisburg, PA 17102-2550
Harrisburg's arthouse cinema. Come see the best & brightest in foreign & indie cinema. We're dedicated to enriching, connecting, and inspiring our community through the art of film.
3
Cathedral of Saint Patrick
212 State St, Harrisburg, PA 17101-1108
4
Pennsylvania State Capitol
Third Street ird Street d Street Street reet et, Harrisburg, PA 17101
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.
5
McGrath's Pub
202 Locust St, Harrisburg, PA 17101-1508
Great food, drink, and a rustic, authentic pub atmosphere Authentic pub draughts, freshest microbrews, spirits and cocktails If you're frisky for whiskey or pulling a few pints - for an authentic pub experience in downtown Harrisburg, McGrath's is the spot. We have dozens of taps continually rotating new selections and several pub standard taps for Guiness, Harp, Smithwicks, and ciders.
6
Art Association of Harrisburg
21 N Front St, Harrisburg, PA 17101-1606
7
Market Square Presbyterian Church
20 S 2nd St Southwest corner of Market Square, Harrisburg, PA 17101-2064
8
Kohl Memorial Park
1050 Downhower Rd., Harrisburg, PA
9
Strites Orchard
1000 Strites Rd, Harrisburg, PA 17111-3909
10
Country Barn Farm Market
211 S. Donnerville Road, Lancaster, PA 17603
11
Jason's Woods
99 Stehman Rd, Lancaster, PA 17603-9119
12
Mack Trucks Historical Museum
2402 Lehigh Pkwy S, Allentown, PA 18103-2900
13
John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum
86th Street Lindberg Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19143
Visit John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum! Come enjoy 10 miles of walking trails through wooded forests, an impoundment pond, and 300 acres of the largest remaining freshwater tidal marsh in PA. Visitors can also experience the marsh on the water through 4.5 mile of Darby Creek by canoe or kayak. Stop by the front desk to borrow binoculars or fishing rods. Refuge trails are open every day from sunrise to sunset, free of charge. The Visitor Center is open daily from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. The visitor center building is closed for all Federal holidays however the trails remain open. Darby Creek is tidal and navigable only within 2 hours before and after high tide. Boat Launch is located at the trailhead of Dike Trail. Visitors must provide their own canoe/kayak and life vests. John Heinz NWR offers year-round free recreational and educational programs.
14
Irish Pub
2007 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103-4403
15
Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul
18th Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19103-1204
The head church of Philadelphia's Catholic Archdiocese is on the National Registrar of Historic Places. Pope John Paul II celebrated Mass here in 1979.
16
Logan Circle
Benjamin Franklin Parkway at 19th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
17
Chestnut Street
6th to 16th Streets, Philadelphia, PA
A ten-block section of Chestnut Street has been closed to traffic and is a pedestrian shopping walkway.
18
Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia
10 Independence Mall, Philadelphia, PA 19106-1521
19
Old City Hall
Independence Mall, Philadelphia, PA 19106
20
Independence Hall
Chestnut Street between 5th and 6th Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Both the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were signed in this historic building.
21
Christ Church
20 N American St On 2nd, Above Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106-4592
This church's congregation has included Ben Franklin, George Washington and Betsy Ross.
22
Philadelphia Distilling
25 E Allen St, Philadelphia, PA 19123-1753
23
Dave & Buster's - Arcade
325 N Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19106-1416
At Dave & Buster's you can play hundreds of the hottest new arcade games in our Million Dollar Midway and win tickets for epic prizes. Try our mouth-watering, chef-crafted creations in our American restaurant. From wings to steaks, we've got whatever suits your appetite. Our premium sports bar features innovative cocktails, impressive wine selection, and 20+ beers to assure we're stocked to satisfy! Watch your team on one of our massive HDTVs with epic stadium sound that surrounds you from every direction in the sports bar that crushes the competition. Invite all your friends or coworkers for an unforgettable party or event! We work with every size and budget to make planning easy so you can focus on the FUN!
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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
1820 N 4th St, Harrisburg, PA 17102-1501
2
Midtown Cinema
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(46) review
Harrisburg's arthouse cinema. Come see the best & brightest in foreign & indie cinema. We're dedicated to enriching, connecting, and inspiring our community through the art of film.
250 Reily St, Harrisburg, PA 17102-2550
3
Cathedral of Saint Patrick
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(64) review
212 State St, Harrisburg, PA 17101-1108
4
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.
Third Street ird Street d Street Street reet et, Harrisburg, PA 17101
5
McGrath's Pub
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(55) review
Great food, drink, and a rustic, authentic pub atmosphere Authentic pub draughts, freshest microbrews, spirits and cocktails If you're frisky for whiskey or pulling a few pints - for an authentic pub experience in downtown Harrisburg, McGrath's is the spot. We have dozens of taps continually rotating new selections and several pub standard taps for Guiness, Harp, Smithwicks, and ciders.
202 Locust St, Harrisburg, PA 17101-1508
6
Art Association of Harrisburg
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania·
4.0
(6) review
21 N Front St, Harrisburg, PA 17101-1606
7
Market Square Presbyterian Church
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania·
5.0
(6) review
20 S 2nd St Southwest corner of Market Square, Harrisburg, PA 17101-2064
8
Kohl Memorial Park
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania·
5.0
(8) review
1050 Downhower Rd., Harrisburg, PA
9
Strites Orchard
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(52) review
1000 Strites Rd, Harrisburg, PA 17111-3909
10
Country Barn Farm Market
Lancaster, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania·
3.5
(51) review
211 S. Donnerville Road, Lancaster, PA 17603
11
Jason's Woods
Lancaster, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania·
3.0
(57) review
99 Stehman Rd, Lancaster, PA 17603-9119
12
Mack Trucks Historical Museum
Allentown, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(95) review
2402 Lehigh Pkwy S, Allentown, PA 18103-2900
13
John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(93) review
Visit John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum! Come enjoy 10 miles of walking trails through wooded forests, an impoundment pond, and 300 acres of the largest remaining freshwater tidal marsh in PA. Visitors can also experience the marsh on the water through 4.5 mile of Darby Creek by canoe or kayak. Stop by the front desk to borrow binoculars or fishing rods. Refuge trails are open every day from sunrise to sunset, free of charge. The Visitor Center is open daily from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. The visitor center building is closed for all Federal holidays however the trails remain open. Darby Creek is tidal and navigable only within 2 hours before and after high tide. Boat Launch is located at the trailhead of Dike Trail. Visitors must provide their own canoe/kayak and life vests. John Heinz NWR offers year-round free recreational and educational programs.
86th Street Lindberg Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19143
14
Irish Pub
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania·
4.0
(9) review
2007 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103-4403
15
Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(978) review
The head church of Philadelphia's Catholic Archdiocese is on the National Registrar of Historic Places. Pope John Paul II celebrated Mass here in 1979.
18th Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19103-1204
16
Logan Circle
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania·
4.0
(97) review
Benjamin Franklin Parkway at 19th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
17
Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania·
4.0
(90) review
A ten-block section of Chestnut Street has been closed to traffic and is a pedestrian shopping walkway.
6th to 16th Streets, Philadelphia, PA
18
Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania·
4.0
(90) review
10 Independence Mall, Philadelphia, PA 19106-1521
19
Old City Hall
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(99) review
Independence Mall, Philadelphia, PA 19106
20
Independence Hall
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(9127) review
Both the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were signed in this historic building.
Chestnut Street between 5th and 6th Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19106
21
Christ Church
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(970) review
This church's congregation has included Ben Franklin, George Washington and Betsy Ross.
20 N American St On 2nd, Above Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106-4592
22
Philadelphia Distilling
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania·
5.0
(98) review
25 E Allen St, Philadelphia, PA 19123-1753
23
Dave & Buster's - Arcade
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania·
3.0
(98) review
At Dave & Buster's you can play hundreds of the hottest new arcade games in our Million Dollar Midway and win tickets for epic prizes. Try our mouth-watering, chef-crafted creations in our American restaurant. From wings to steaks, we've got whatever suits your appetite. Our premium sports bar features innovative cocktails, impressive wine selection, and 20+ beers to assure we're stocked to satisfy! Watch your team on one of our massive HDTVs with epic stadium sound that surrounds you from every direction in the sports bar that crushes the competition. Invite all your friends or coworkers for an unforgettable party or event! We work with every size and budget to make planning easy so you can focus on the FUN!
325 N Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19106-1416

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What's the driving distance between Harrisburg and Trenton?
The distance is 127 miles
What's the travel time between Harrisburg and Trenton?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 2h 30m mins in normal traffic
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Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to Trenton?
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