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ITINERARY
21h 10m1,145 miles23 stops
1
Downtown Cigar Lounge
Location in the heart of downtown Jacksonville in a 101 year-old historic building. We are home to a diverse selection of premium hand-rolled cigars from various regions and a variety of wines, beers and specialty drinks . DCL is not only about cigars we are also a gallery displaying the artwork of local artists.
2
Underbelly
Located in the heart of Downtown, in Jacksonville's "Elbow District", Underbelly isn't just a building and a stage where people come to enjoy music. It's much bigger than that. It's not the paint on the walls. It's not the brick, wood, and nails that hold it all together. It's not the lights or the electricity that define it. Underbelly is a garden. A place for people, regardless of who you are or what you do, to just leave it all at the door for a small while. It's a place for humans. People wanting to be just that. Surrounded by others that feel the same to come together for however long it may be, to be here and now - no more, no less. It's a place where the best musicians unite to create moments that exist nowhere else. Isn't that what it is all about? Finding those moments of magic that will stay with you forever? Well, that's what we sell. We sell magic in all sizes. So come with many, come with none, it doesn't matter. Because when you're here, you're home.
3
Underground Atlanta
Known as “the city beneath the city,” Underground Atlanta has been the cultural heart of Downtown Atlanta since the 1900s. From basement speakeasies to the annual Peach Drop (where an 800-pound peach is dropped from the top of a building to ring in the new year), this arts, entertainment, and retail district has seen it all. Today, Underground Atlanta offers a multifaceted cultural experience featuring a virtual reality gallery, music clubs, and restaurants. travelers can also enjoy outdoor concerts, festivals, artisan markets, and more. This vibrant hub is conveniently connected to the Five Points train station, and just a short stroll from the scenic Broad Street Boardwalk. – Tripadvisor
4
Ponce City Market
5
State Farm Arena
Philips Arena, named for founding partner Philips Electronics and home of the NHL’s Atlanta Thrashers, NBA’s Atlanta Hawks and WNBA's Atlanta Dream, has hosted many top tours and events including: U2, Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney, Bruce Springsteen, Kenny Chesney, Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey, Disney On Ice, Harlem Globetrotters, Sesame Street Live and so many more!
6
Johnny's Hideaway
7
Southern Thunder BBQ Cooking School
We are a competition BBQ team and have taught hundreds of students how to prepare authentic Southern BBQ using our simplified cooking techniques. Besides providing solid instruction, we designed our class to be a fun, hands-on experience where students spend the day cooking over 200 lb. of BBQ shoulder-to-shoulder with us award winning pros.
8
The Spice & Tea Exchange of Chattanooga
Come In and Smell the Spices! The Spice & Tea Exchange® offers food lovers, chefs, and tea enthusiasts a unique shopping experience filled with culinary delights. Explore your inner chef and shop over 140 fine spices, 75+ hand-mixed seasoning blends, sugars, salts, loose-leaf teas, and accessories. Create your own gourmet gift, or choose from a variety of gift boxes and recipe samplers!
9
Chattanooga Zoo
Imagine a zoo that's specially designed to bring the animals up close to you. Imagine a zoo where you have time to notice the subtleties of animal behavior, instead of being pushed along by an impatient crowd. Imagine an exciting and diverse zoo that's still easy to navigate with strollers...or little legs. That's the new Chattanooga Zoo!
10
Lane Motor Museum
Lane Motor Museum in Nashville features the largest European collection of cars and motorcycles in the United States. Admission for adults aged 18-64 is $15; Admission for Youths aged 6-17 is $3; Admission for seniors 65+ is $10; Children under 5 are always free. There is plenty of FREE parking.
11
Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park
This 19 acre park in the heart of Nashville serves as a monument to the bicentennial celebration of the State of Tennessee. This park offers plenty of opportunities to learn about the long history of Tennessee while having a great experience in a beautiful green space. More information on this park and many more can be found at the TN State Parks website.
12
Tennessee State Museum
The Tennessee State Museum is located at the corner of Rosa L. Parks Blvd. and Jefferson Street at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. It is designed to bring history to life. It includes a “Tennessee Time Tunnel” chronicling the state’s rich history and leading visitors though the Museum’s permanent collection, a hands-on children’s gallery, six rotating galleries, a state-of-the art digital learning center and a two-story Grand Hall. Exhibitions include significant artifacts related to the state’s history, along with displays of art, furniture, textiles, and photographs produced by Tennesseans. The Museum's Civil War holdings of uniforms, battle flags and weapons are among the finest in the nation.There is no admission charge for visitors. Hours are subject to change. Please check our website at tnmuseum.org for the most up to date information on parking, exhibitions and events.
13
St. Francis de Sales Church
14
Fairgrounds Park
15
Musical Theater Heritage
16
Cool Crest Family Fun Center
With 70 years of entertaining behind us Cool Crest has become Kansas City's premier family entertainment facility. Perfect for birthday parties, group events, or a night out with family and friends, Cool Crest is sure to please! Our facility boasts four full 18 hole miniature golf courses, a 7000 square foot video game arcade, a full pizzeria and restaurant, go-karts, batting cages, and now, a full-time event staff ready to make your special event at Cool Crest a truly wonderful experience!
17
Swope Memorial Golf Course
18
Neighbors Bar and Grill KC
19
GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
There is no better way to experience Arrowhead and learn about the Chiefs than to take a Tour of the Stadium! We offer public, private, and game day tours of the stadium. get an in depth tour of normally restricted areas of Arrowhead. You will visit the following on your Tour of Arrowhead Stadium: • Press Box • Chiefs Hall of Honor • Scout Investment Club Level • Locker Room • Field Sideline
20
Veterans' Memorial Park
21
Harry's Bar and Tables
22
Museum of Illusions
Enter the fascinating world of illusion which will trick your confidence in senses, but amaze you by doing so; the world that will both: educate and confuse you completely. Visit us and you will be thrilled because nothing is what it seems, especially not in the Museum of Illusions! Are you ready for a fascinating adventure? We offer you an intriguing visual, sensual and educational experience.
23
Howl at the Moon Kansas City
Howl at the Moon Kansas City is the hottest spot in the Power and Light District! Our high-energy dueling pianos and amazing events make us the coolest spot for Kansas City nightlife! From company functions to happy hour with friends to bachelorette parties in Kansas City, the party is always at Howl at the Moon come and see us.
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OVERVIEW
Are you ready for an adventure that takes you across rivers, mountains, and plains? Our exciting road trip from Jacksonville to Kansas City will lead us on an unforgettable journey filled with breathtaking landscapes and thrilling experiences. Along the way, we'll encounter historic landmarks, vibrant cities, and natural wonders that will leave lasting memories.
As we leave Jacksonville behind, we'll cruise through the lush greenery of Florida before crossing the mighty Mississippi River into the heartland of America. Vast farmlands and endless skies will greet us as we venture westward, discovering hidden gems and charming towns along the way. The journey continues through the rugged beauty of the Ozark Mountains, where towering peaks and sparkling rivers await exploration.
Finally, we'll reach the vibrant metropolis of Kansas City, a melting pot of culture and entertainment. The journey's end marks the beginning of new adventures, as we reflect on the incredible experiences and cherished memories we've made along the way. So buckle up, pack your sense of wonder, and let's embark on this epic road trip from Jacksonville to Kansas City!
1
Start:Downtown Cigar Lounge
Jacksonville, Florida·
4.5
(9) review
Location in the heart of downtown Jacksonville in a 101 year-old historic building. We are home to a diverse selection of premium hand-rolled cigars from various regions and a variety of wines, beers and specialty drinks . DCL is not only about cigars we are also a gallery displaying the artwork of local artists.
2
Start:Underbelly
Jacksonville, Florida·
3.5
(9) review
Located in the heart of Downtown, in Jacksonville's "Elbow District", Underbelly isn't just a building and a stage where people come to enjoy music. It's much bigger than that. It's not the paint on the walls. It's not the brick, wood, and nails that hold it all together. It's not the lights or the electricity that define it. Underbelly is a garden. A place for people, regardless of who you are or what you do, to just leave it all at the door for a small while. It's a place for humans. People wanting to be just that. Surrounded by others that feel the same to come together for however long it may be, to be here and now - no more, no less. It's a place where the best musicians unite to create moments that exist nowhere else. Isn't that what it is all about? Finding those moments of magic that will stay with you forever? Well, that's what we sell. We sell magic in all sizes. So come with many, come with none, it doesn't matter. Because when you're here, you're home.
3
Start:Underground Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia·
2.0
(976) review
Known as “the city beneath the city,” Underground Atlanta has been the cultural heart of Downtown Atlanta since the 1900s. From basement speakeasies to the annual Peach Drop (where an 800-pound peach is dropped from the top of a building to ring in the new year), this arts, entertainment, and retail district has seen it all. Today, Underground Atlanta offers a multifaceted cultural experience featuring a virtual reality gallery, music clubs, and restaurants. travelers can also enjoy outdoor concerts, festivals, artisan markets, and more. This vibrant hub is conveniently connected to the Five Points train station, and just a short stroll from the scenic Broad Street Boardwalk. – Tripadvisor
4
Start:Ponce City Market
Atlanta, Georgia·
4.5
(992) review
675 Ponce de Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30308-1884
5
Start:State Farm Arena
Atlanta, Georgia·
4.5
(912) review
Philips Arena, named for founding partner Philips Electronics and home of the NHL’s Atlanta Thrashers, NBA’s Atlanta Hawks and WNBA's Atlanta Dream, has hosted many top tours and events including: U2, Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney, Bruce Springsteen, Kenny Chesney, Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey, Disney On Ice, Harlem Globetrotters, Sesame Street Live and so many more!
6
Start:Johnny's Hideaway
Atlanta, Georgia·
3.5
(95) review
3771 Roswell Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30342-4414
7
Start:Southern Thunder BBQ Cooking School
Atlanta, Georgia·
5.0
(4) review
We are a competition BBQ team and have taught hundreds of students how to prepare authentic Southern BBQ using our simplified cooking techniques. Besides providing solid instruction, we designed our class to be a fun, hands-on experience where students spend the day cooking over 200 lb. of BBQ shoulder-to-shoulder with us award winning pros.
8
Start:The Spice & Tea Exchange of Chattanooga
Chattanooga, Tennessee·
5.0
(92) review
Come In and Smell the Spices! The Spice & Tea Exchange® offers food lovers, chefs, and tea enthusiasts a unique shopping experience filled with culinary delights. Explore your inner chef and shop over 140 fine spices, 75+ hand-mixed seasoning blends, sugars, salts, loose-leaf teas, and accessories. Create your own gourmet gift, or choose from a variety of gift boxes and recipe samplers!
9
Start:Chattanooga Zoo
Chattanooga, Tennessee·
4.0
(907) review
Imagine a zoo that's specially designed to bring the animals up close to you. Imagine a zoo where you have time to notice the subtleties of animal behavior, instead of being pushed along by an impatient crowd. Imagine an exciting and diverse zoo that's still easy to navigate with strollers...or little legs. That's the new Chattanooga Zoo!
10
Start:Lane Motor Museum
Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee·
4.5
(971) review
Lane Motor Museum in Nashville features the largest European collection of cars and motorcycles in the United States. Admission for adults aged 18-64 is $15; Admission for Youths aged 6-17 is $3; Admission for seniors 65+ is $10; Children under 5 are always free. There is plenty of FREE parking.
11
Start:Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park
Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee·
4.5
(969) review
This 19 acre park in the heart of Nashville serves as a monument to the bicentennial celebration of the State of Tennessee. This park offers plenty of opportunities to learn about the long history of Tennessee while having a great experience in a beautiful green space. More information on this park and many more can be found at the TN State Parks website.
12
Start:Tennessee State Museum
Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee·
4.5
(997) review
The Tennessee State Museum is located at the corner of Rosa L. Parks Blvd. and Jefferson Street at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. It is designed to bring history to life. It includes a “Tennessee Time Tunnel” chronicling the state’s rich history and leading visitors though the Museum’s permanent collection, a hands-on children’s gallery, six rotating galleries, a state-of-the art digital learning center and a two-story Grand Hall. Exhibitions include significant artifacts related to the state’s history, along with displays of art, furniture, textiles, and photographs produced by Tennesseans. The Museum's Civil War holdings of uniforms, battle flags and weapons are among the finest in the nation.There is no admission charge for visitors. Hours are subject to change. Please check our website at tnmuseum.org for the most up to date information on parking, exhibitions and events.
13
Start:St. Francis de Sales Church
Saint Louis, Missouri·
5.0
(9) review
2653 Ohio Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63118-1594
14
Start:Fairgrounds Park
Saint Louis, Missouri·
3.0
(9) review
North Grand and Natural Bridge, Saint Louis, MO 63110
15
Start:Musical Theater Heritage
Kansas City, Missouri·
4.5
(21) review
Crown Center, Kansas City, MO
16
Start:Cool Crest Family Fun Center
Independence, Missouri·
3.5
(33) review
With 70 years of entertaining behind us Cool Crest has become Kansas City's premier family entertainment facility. Perfect for birthday parties, group events, or a night out with family and friends, Cool Crest is sure to please! Our facility boasts four full 18 hole miniature golf courses, a 7000 square foot video game arcade, a full pizzeria and restaurant, go-karts, batting cages, and now, a full-time event staff ready to make your special event at Cool Crest a truly wonderful experience!
17
Start:Swope Memorial Golf Course
Kansas City, Missouri·
5.0
(8) review
6900 Swope Memorial Drive, Kansas City, MO 64132
18
Start:Neighbors Bar and Grill KC
Kansas City, Missouri·
5.0
(5) review
9025 E 35th St, Kansas City, MO 64129-1606
19
Start:GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
Kansas City, Missouri·
4.5
(853) review
There is no better way to experience Arrowhead and learn about the Chiefs than to take a Tour of the Stadium! We offer public, private, and game day tours of the stadium. get an in depth tour of normally restricted areas of Arrowhead. You will visit the following on your Tour of Arrowhead Stadium: • Press Box • Chiefs Hall of Honor • Scout Investment Club Level • Locker Room • Field Sideline
20
Start:Veterans' Memorial Park
Wichita, Kansas·
5.0
(49) review
329 Veterans Parkway, Wichita, KS 67202
21
Start:Harry's Bar and Tables
Kansas City, Missouri·
4.5
(8) review
501 Westport Rd, Kansas City, MO 64111-3011
22
Start:Museum of Illusions
Kansas City, Missouri·
4.5
(88) review
Enter the fascinating world of illusion which will trick your confidence in senses, but amaze you by doing so; the world that will both: educate and confuse you completely. Visit us and you will be thrilled because nothing is what it seems, especially not in the Museum of Illusions! Are you ready for a fascinating adventure? We offer you an intriguing visual, sensual and educational experience.
23
Start:Howl at the Moon Kansas City
Kansas City, Missouri·
4.5
(96) review
Howl at the Moon Kansas City is the hottest spot in the Power and Light District! Our high-energy dueling pianos and amazing events make us the coolest spot for Kansas City nightlife! From company functions to happy hour with friends to bachelorette parties in Kansas City, the party is always at Howl at the Moon come and see us.
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What's the driving distance between Jacksonville and Kansas City?
The distance is 1,145 miles
What's the travel time between Jacksonville and Kansas City?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 21h 10m mins in normal traffic
What are some of the best cities to visit between Jacksonville and Kansas City?
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Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to Kansas City?
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The weather in Kansas City is generally mild year-round, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. See the links below for more information
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