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Road trip from Merced to Birmingham

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ITINERARY

38h 45m2,209 miles18 stops
1
McWane Science Center
200 19th St N, Birmingham, AL 35203-3117
Fun and learning never end at McWane Science Center, a nonprofit, hands-on museum and IMAX(R) Dome Theater. Four floors of interactive exhibits celebrate science and wonder - from an amazing collection of dinosaurs to innovative environmental showcases, imaginative early childhood playgrounds, and an awe-inspiring aquarium. The energy and excitement of discovery spring to life through an extensive lineup of science demonstrations performed daily by talented educators. The adventure intensifies in the IMAX(R) Dome Theater, where wide-eyed visitors experience the sights and sounds of breathtaking films on a 5-story-tall screen surrounded by 3 tons of high-intensity speakers.
2
Statue of Liberty Replica
Liberty Parkway Liberty Park, Birmingham, AL 35242
Bronze replica measuring one-fifth the size of its sister statue located in New York City.
3
Island Waterpark
6099 W Barstow Ave, Fresno, CA 93723-9372
4
Forestiere Underground Gardens
5021 W Shaw Ave, Fresno, CA 93722-5026
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.
5
The Park at River Walk
11200 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA
6
Ethels Old Corral
4310 Alfred Harrell Hwy, Bakersfield, CA 93308-9606
7
California Fruit Depot
10854 Redbank Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93307-9143
8
Betty's Bath and Day Spa
1835 Candelaria Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107-2744
Betty's features two outdoor hot tubs and saunas, massages, facials, restorative spa treatments, lounge and relaxation areas in a xeriscaped garden setting, and a specialty boutique with natural and scintillating bath & body products as well as sassy and stylish affordable accessories.
9
La Cumbre Brewing Company
3313 Girard Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87107-1930
10
Hinkle Fun Center
12931 Indian School Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112-4779
Hinkle Family Fun Center is Albuquerque's Premier Family Entertainment Destination located in sunny New Mexico. Hinkle Family Fun Center features two scenic 18 hole Miniature Golf Courses, a 1/8 mile twisting Go Kart Track, Rock Climbing, two Game Rooms and Prize Centers with over 150 redemption and arcade games, Bumper Boats, Bungee Jump Trampoline, a 4500 square foot black light themed Lazer Tag arena, XD Dark Ride, Lazer Frenzy, Bumper Cars, Light Space, Birthday Parties, Group Events and Cody’s Cafe too! Celebrating 25 years of making memories that matter!
11
Topgolf Oklahoma City
13313 Pawnee Dr, Oklahoma City, OK 73114-1413
Topgolf is the emerging global leader in golf entertainment. Players hit golf balls containing computer microchips that track each shot’s accuracy and distance while also awarding points for hitting targets on the outfield. Topgolf offers an upscale, laid-back experience that features climate-controlled hitting bays and an impressive food and beverage menu crafted by our executive chef.
12
Myriad Botanical Gardens
301 W. Reno, Oklahoma City, OK 73102-5030
Myriad Botanical Gardens is one of Oklahoma City’s most beloved public spaces, offering its visitors a 15 acre natural escape in the heart of downtown. A half-acre children’s garden, an off-leash dog park, splash fountains, and paths for walking and jogging provide guests young and old with a place to seek solitude with nature, or seek community and the company of others. The Gardens offers a variety of horticultural education programs for adults and children. The centerpiece attraction of the Gardens is the Inasmuch Foundation Crystal Bridge Conservatory. Its unique design has earned attention and praise in the architectural community. It is 224 feet long, 70 feet in diameter, and is covered by 3,028 sections of translucent, double-layered acrylic panels. After an 18-month, $11 million renovation, it reopened to the public on November 18, 2022.
13
Brickopolis
101 S Mickey Mantle Dr, Oklahoma City, OK 73104-2480
14
Children's Library and Learning Center
4800 W 10th St, Little Rock, AR 72204-1807
15
Robinson Center
Markham At Broadway, Little Rock, AR 72201
16
Mystery Mansion Escape Room
2122 S Broadway St, Little Rock, AR 72206-1356
Interactive Game of sleuthing intelligence. Bring your family, friends, or convention attendees for 60 minutes of sheer, heart pumping entertainment. Push your mind to its limits as you solve puzzles, find clues and crack codes to escape your fate. Great for team building, entertainment, date night and special occasions. Check out our website for details. Private bookings available. Hours Vary - Book online By Reservation Only. Children of any age are welcome to attend with family in a private room. For specific information, check out our FAQs on the website or feel free to call.
17
Blues Hall Juke Joint
174 Beale St, Memphis, TN 38103-3714
18
Cooper-Young Historic District
Cooper and Young Streets, Memphis, TN 38101
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OVERVIEW

Merced to Birmingham
1
Start:McWane Science Center
Birmingham, Alabama·
4.5
(963) review
Fun and learning never end at McWane Science Center, a nonprofit, hands-on museum and IMAX(R) Dome Theater. Four floors of interactive exhibits celebrate science and wonder - from an amazing collection of dinosaurs to innovative environmental showcases, imaginative early childhood playgrounds, and an awe-inspiring aquarium. The energy and excitement of discovery spring to life through an extensive lineup of science demonstrations performed daily by talented educators. The adventure intensifies in the IMAX(R) Dome Theater, where wide-eyed visitors experience the sights and sounds of breathtaking films on a 5-story-tall screen surrounded by 3 tons of high-intensity speakers.
200 19th St N, Birmingham, AL 35203-3117
2
Statue of Liberty Replica
Birmingham, Alabama·
4.0
(97) review
Bronze replica measuring one-fifth the size of its sister statue located in New York City.
Liberty Parkway Liberty Park, Birmingham, AL 35242
3
Island Waterpark
Fresno, California·
4.0
(82) review
6099 W Barstow Ave, Fresno, CA 93723-9372
4
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.
5021 W Shaw Ave, Fresno, CA 93722-5026
5
The Park at River Walk
Bakersfield, California·
4.0
(65) review
11200 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA
6
Ethels Old Corral
Bakersfield, California·
4.5
(7) review
4310 Alfred Harrell Hwy, Bakersfield, CA 93308-9606
7
California Fruit Depot
Bakersfield, California·
5.0
(72) review
10854 Redbank Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93307-9143
8
Betty's Bath and Day Spa
Albuquerque, New Mexico·
4.5
(98) review
Betty's features two outdoor hot tubs and saunas, massages, facials, restorative spa treatments, lounge and relaxation areas in a xeriscaped garden setting, and a specialty boutique with natural and scintillating bath & body products as well as sassy and stylish affordable accessories.
1835 Candelaria Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107-2744
9
La Cumbre Brewing Company
Albuquerque, New Mexico·
4.5
(92) review
3313 Girard Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87107-1930
10
Hinkle Fun Center
Albuquerque, New Mexico·
4.0
(95) review
Hinkle Family Fun Center is Albuquerque's Premier Family Entertainment Destination located in sunny New Mexico. Hinkle Family Fun Center features two scenic 18 hole Miniature Golf Courses, a 1/8 mile twisting Go Kart Track, Rock Climbing, two Game Rooms and Prize Centers with over 150 redemption and arcade games, Bumper Boats, Bungee Jump Trampoline, a 4500 square foot black light themed Lazer Tag arena, XD Dark Ride, Lazer Frenzy, Bumper Cars, Light Space, Birthday Parties, Group Events and Cody’s Cafe too! Celebrating 25 years of making memories that matter!
12931 Indian School Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112-4779
11
Topgolf Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma·
4.5
(92) review
Topgolf is the emerging global leader in golf entertainment. Players hit golf balls containing computer microchips that track each shot’s accuracy and distance while also awarding points for hitting targets on the outfield. Topgolf offers an upscale, laid-back experience that features climate-controlled hitting bays and an impressive food and beverage menu crafted by our executive chef.
13313 Pawnee Dr, Oklahoma City, OK 73114-1413
12
Myriad Botanical Gardens
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma·
4.5
(979) review
Myriad Botanical Gardens is one of Oklahoma City’s most beloved public spaces, offering its visitors a 15 acre natural escape in the heart of downtown. A half-acre children’s garden, an off-leash dog park, splash fountains, and paths for walking and jogging provide guests young and old with a place to seek solitude with nature, or seek community and the company of others. The Gardens offers a variety of horticultural education programs for adults and children. The centerpiece attraction of the Gardens is the Inasmuch Foundation Crystal Bridge Conservatory. Its unique design has earned attention and praise in the architectural community. It is 224 feet long, 70 feet in diameter, and is covered by 3,028 sections of translucent, double-layered acrylic panels. After an 18-month, $11 million renovation, it reopened to the public on November 18, 2022.
301 W. Reno, Oklahoma City, OK 73102-5030
13
Brickopolis
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma·
4.0
(96) review
101 S Mickey Mantle Dr, Oklahoma City, OK 73104-2480
14
Children's Library and Learning Center
Little Rock, Arkansas·
4.5
(9) review
4800 W 10th St, Little Rock, AR 72204-1807
15
Robinson Center
Little Rock, Arkansas·
4.5
(99) review
Markham At Broadway, Little Rock, AR 72201
16
Mystery Mansion Escape Room
Little Rock, Arkansas·
5.0
(901) review
Interactive Game of sleuthing intelligence. Bring your family, friends, or convention attendees for 60 minutes of sheer, heart pumping entertainment. Push your mind to its limits as you solve puzzles, find clues and crack codes to escape your fate. Great for team building, entertainment, date night and special occasions. Check out our website for details. Private bookings available. Hours Vary - Book online By Reservation Only. Children of any age are welcome to attend with family in a private room. For specific information, check out our FAQs on the website or feel free to call.
2122 S Broadway St, Little Rock, AR 72206-1356
17
Blues Hall Juke Joint
Memphis, Tennessee·
4.5
(97) review
174 Beale St, Memphis, TN 38103-3714
18
Cooper-Young Historic District
Memphis, Tennessee·
4.0
(97) review
Cooper and Young Streets, Memphis, TN 38101

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What's the driving distance between Merced and Birmingham?
The distance is 2,209 miles
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The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 38h 45m mins in normal traffic
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