Road trip from Nashville to Fort Wayne
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7h 36m408 miles16 stops
1
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.
2
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.
3
Jackalope Brewing Company - The Ranch
Jackalope Brewing Company's taproom and brewery The Ranch offers locally hand-crafted beers, brewery tours, small bites, and a dog-friendly outdoor patio.
4
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.
5
Amber Falls Winery Nashville
Amber Falls Winery Nashville is proud and excited to be the first and only winery at Opry Mills Mall! We are a satellite store for Amber Falls Winery & Cellars in Hampshire, TN. Our mission is to bring the same exceptional customer service and award-winning wine to Nashville! We offer wine tastings, wine by the glass and also sell our fabulous wine by the bottle. We offer wine tastings, wine by the glass and also sell our fabulous wine by the bottle. Something new that we are excited about is selling our delicious WineTeaZers in growlers! Enjoy it anywhere and then bring your growler back for more! So swing by and taste some of our wine, sit and sip on a glass with friends and then take a few bottles home to enjoy!
6
Larry Keeton Theatre
7
Angel's Envy Distillery
Built in the heart of Louisville, the ANGEL’S ENVY Distillery is downtown’s first fully operational whiskey production facility. Co-founded in 2010 by the late Master Distiller Lincoln Henderson, ANGEL’S ENVY began as a passion project that combined their family’s deep-rooted passion for and knowledge of the industry with an innovative outlook on bourbon making and finishing. ANGEL’S ENVY opened the doors in 2016 and puts you in the center of our distilling process for a unique tour experience.
8
DECEPTION
DECEPTION is a magic & mind reading show, hosted by magician David Ranalli. David creates an unforgettable evening by combining world-class sleight of hand, witty banter, and mysteries of the mind. Guests are invited into an intimate, cabaret theater where surprises lurk in every corner. Perfect as a date night, group event, and for the hardcore magic fan.
9
The Grill
10
Brookwood Golf Club
11
Fort Wayne Museum of Art
At FWMoA, you will find exhibitions of American fine and decorative art ranging from the 19th century to contemporary art, including exhibitions exploring the cross-cultural connections between artwork and artists from diverse ethnic and national backgrounds. You also will find a lending library with over 8,000 art and culture volumes and periodicals for public use, a hands-on learning environment for young children, and a Print and Drawing Study Center available for first-hand study of our vast collection of works on paper. Additionally, the Paradigm Gallery gift shop features the art and fine craft of over 75 regional and national artists working in a variety of media.
12
Lakeside Park & Rose Garden
13
Fast track racing
14
Allen County War Memorial Coliseum
15
Kekionga Cider Company
16
Combat Ops Entertainment
Combat Ops Entertainment is a 33,000+ square foot multi-attraction facility that is new, clean, modern and fun for the whole family! It offers over 10,000 square feet of mission-based laser tag arena, a 3500 square foot archery tag & NERF-style tag arena, 4 lanes of mini/duckpin bowling, 2 full-size axe throwing courts, a 3600 square foot arcade full of awesome prizes, an outdoor 9-hole mini golf course, a laser maze, and a Cafe that serves beer, pizza by the slice, burgers, chicken wings, and other favorite prepared snack foods. Our outdoor pavillion (1600 square feet) also features 4 outdoor axe throwing courts as well as other fun outdoor activities! We are an excellent venue for birthday parties, corporate groups & events, church groups, youth groups, team building, family outings, fundraisers, bachelor(ette) parties or any fun get together! Ready! Aim. Play!
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1
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.
2
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.
3
Start:Jackalope Brewing Company - The Ranch
Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee·
4.5
(9) review
Jackalope Brewing Company's taproom and brewery The Ranch offers locally hand-crafted beers, brewery tours, small bites, and a dog-friendly outdoor patio.
4
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.
5
Start:Amber Falls Winery Nashville
Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee·
4.5
(9) review
Amber Falls Winery Nashville is proud and excited to be the first and only winery at Opry Mills Mall! We are a satellite store for Amber Falls Winery & Cellars in Hampshire, TN. Our mission is to bring the same exceptional customer service and award-winning wine to Nashville! We offer wine tastings, wine by the glass and also sell our fabulous wine by the bottle. We offer wine tastings, wine by the glass and also sell our fabulous wine by the bottle. Something new that we are excited about is selling our delicious WineTeaZers in growlers! Enjoy it anywhere and then bring your growler back for more! So swing by and taste some of our wine, sit and sip on a glass with friends and then take a few bottles home to enjoy!
6
Start:Larry Keeton Theatre
Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee·
4.5
(9) review
108 Donelson Pike At the Fifty Forward Center, Nashville, TN 37214-2902
7
Start:Angel's Envy Distillery
Louisville, Kentucky·
4.5
(967) review
Built in the heart of Louisville, the ANGEL’S ENVY Distillery is downtown’s first fully operational whiskey production facility. Co-founded in 2010 by the late Master Distiller Lincoln Henderson, ANGEL’S ENVY began as a passion project that combined their family’s deep-rooted passion for and knowledge of the industry with an innovative outlook on bourbon making and finishing. ANGEL’S ENVY opened the doors in 2016 and puts you in the center of our distilling process for a unique tour experience.
8
Start:DECEPTION
Indianapolis, Indiana·
4.5
(9) review
DECEPTION is a magic & mind reading show, hosted by magician David Ranalli. David creates an unforgettable evening by combining world-class sleight of hand, witty banter, and mysteries of the mind. Guests are invited into an intimate, cabaret theater where surprises lurk in every corner. Perfect as a date night, group event, and for the hardcore magic fan.
9
Start:The Grill
Indianapolis, Indiana·
3.5
(9) review
9755 Fall Creek Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46256-4713
10
Start:Brookwood Golf Club
Fort Wayne, Indiana·
4.0
(8) review
10304 Bluffton Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46809-3027
11
Start:Fort Wayne Museum of Art
Fort Wayne, Indiana·
4.0
(85) review
At FWMoA, you will find exhibitions of American fine and decorative art ranging from the 19th century to contemporary art, including exhibitions exploring the cross-cultural connections between artwork and artists from diverse ethnic and national backgrounds. You also will find a lending library with over 8,000 art and culture volumes and periodicals for public use, a hands-on learning environment for young children, and a Print and Drawing Study Center available for first-hand study of our vast collection of works on paper. Additionally, the Paradigm Gallery gift shop features the art and fine craft of over 75 regional and national artists working in a variety of media.
12
Start:Lakeside Park & Rose Garden
Fort Wayne, Indiana·
4.5
(96) review
1401 Lake Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46805
13
Start:Fast track racing
Fort Wayne, Indiana·
4.0
(8) review
605 W Coliseum Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46808-1215
14
Start:Allen County War Memorial Coliseum
Fort Wayne, Indiana·
4.0
(99) review
4000 Parnell Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46805-1414
15
Start:Kekionga Cider Company
Fort Wayne, Indiana·
4.5
(9) review
7328 Maysville Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46815-8116
16
Start:Combat Ops Entertainment
Fort Wayne, Indiana·
5.0
(8) review
Combat Ops Entertainment is a 33,000+ square foot multi-attraction facility that is new, clean, modern and fun for the whole family! It offers over 10,000 square feet of mission-based laser tag arena, a 3500 square foot archery tag & NERF-style tag arena, 4 lanes of mini/duckpin bowling, 2 full-size axe throwing courts, a 3600 square foot arcade full of awesome prizes, an outdoor 9-hole mini golf course, a laser maze, and a Cafe that serves beer, pizza by the slice, burgers, chicken wings, and other favorite prepared snack foods. Our outdoor pavillion (1600 square feet) also features 4 outdoor axe throwing courts as well as other fun outdoor activities! We are an excellent venue for birthday parties, corporate groups & events, church groups, youth groups, team building, family outings, fundraisers, bachelor(ette) parties or any fun get together! Ready! Aim. Play!
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What's the driving distance between Nashville and Fort Wayne?
The distance is 408 miles
What's the travel time between Nashville and Fort Wayne?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 7h 36m mins in normal traffic
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