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ITINERARY
9h 57m525 miles19 stops
1
The Raleigh Market
Located on the historic N.C. State Fairgrounds, The Raleigh Market is recognized as one of the Top 10 flea markets in the U.S. Each weekend, indoor and outdoor vendors showcase vintage goods and antiques, collectibles, new items, thrift items, crafts, art, jewelry and so much more. Food trucks, farm stands and fair food ensure customers do not leave hungry! The Raleigh Market is open Saturdays and Sundays, 9 am - 5 pm. Admission and parking are free.
2
Game On Escapes & More
We offer family friendly escape games and a game show appealing to a variety of ages. Great for corporate events, team outings, and just a fun night out with friends and family.
3
Center City Park
4
Salem Lake
5
Recreation Billiards
6
Lam Museum of Anthropology, Wake Forest University
Discover North Carolina's only museum dedicated to the study of global cultures. Explore stories of humanity, from ancient archaeological sites to the celebrations and struggles of today. Learn about peoples around the world through their everyday and ceremonial objects, and visual arts. Changing exhibits highlight the Museum's collections of nearly 30,000 archaeological and ethnographic artifacts from more than 350 cultures and 90 countries. Admission is free.
7
Reynolda House Museum of American Art
Nestled within 180 acres adjacent to Wake Forest University, Reynolda is the perfect place to escape and discover art, nature, history, and so much more. View Reynolda’s world-renowned American art collection and curated exhibitions on display throughout the interiors of Katharine and R.J. Reynolds’s 1917 bungalow and in the Babcock Gallery. Plus, learn about the Reynolds family, Katharine’s vision, and the history of the estate. After touring the Museum, embrace the outdoors in the Gardens and grounds, which are always free and open to the public year-round from sunrise to sunset. Do flowers make you hungry? Make your way to Reynolda Village to shop and dine.
8
European Touch
9
Grand 18-Winston-Salem
10
JDL Fast Track
11
Iron Heart Winery
12
First Ladies National Historic Site
13
Escape Canton
Escape Canton is Northeast Ohio's premiere venue for escape game adventures! You and your team will be locked in a themed room. Your goal is to work together and use elements around you to find clues and solve puzzles in order to escape the room within a certain time limit. With 4 unique escape rooms to choose from, Escape Canton will provide you with the ultimate escape room experience! Conference center now available for your Corporate Team Building events Monday - Friday! Call to book your reservation or for more details! Book your adventure today!
14
Regal Interstate Park Stadium 18
15
The Bomb Shelter
16
Lock 3
17
Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland
18
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.
19
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
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OVERVIEW
1
Start:The Raleigh Market
Raleigh, North Carolina·
4.0
(96) review
Located on the historic N.C. State Fairgrounds, The Raleigh Market is recognized as one of the Top 10 flea markets in the U.S. Each weekend, indoor and outdoor vendors showcase vintage goods and antiques, collectibles, new items, thrift items, crafts, art, jewelry and so much more. Food trucks, farm stands and fair food ensure customers do not leave hungry! The Raleigh Market is open Saturdays and Sundays, 9 am - 5 pm. Admission and parking are free.
2
Start:Game On Escapes & More
Cary, North Carolina·
5.0
(98) review
We offer family friendly escape games and a game show appealing to a variety of ages. Great for corporate events, team outings, and just a fun night out with friends and family.
3
Start:Center City Park
Greensboro, North Carolina·
4.5
(9) review
200 N Elm St, Greensboro, NC 27401-2402
4
Start:Salem Lake
Winston Salem, North Carolina·
4.5
(97) review
1001 Salem Lake Rd, Winston Salem, NC 27107-1571
5
Start:Recreation Billiards
Winston Salem, North Carolina·
4.0
(9) review
412 W 4th St, Winston Salem, NC 27101-2805
6
Start:Lam Museum of Anthropology, Wake Forest University
Winston Salem, North Carolina·
4.0
(9) review
Discover North Carolina's only museum dedicated to the study of global cultures. Explore stories of humanity, from ancient archaeological sites to the celebrations and struggles of today. Learn about peoples around the world through their everyday and ceremonial objects, and visual arts. Changing exhibits highlight the Museum's collections of nearly 30,000 archaeological and ethnographic artifacts from more than 350 cultures and 90 countries. Admission is free.
7
Start:Reynolda House Museum of American Art
Winston Salem, North Carolina·
4.5
(659) review
Nestled within 180 acres adjacent to Wake Forest University, Reynolda is the perfect place to escape and discover art, nature, history, and so much more. View Reynolda’s world-renowned American art collection and curated exhibitions on display throughout the interiors of Katharine and R.J. Reynolds’s 1917 bungalow and in the Babcock Gallery. Plus, learn about the Reynolds family, Katharine’s vision, and the history of the estate. After touring the Museum, embrace the outdoors in the Gardens and grounds, which are always free and open to the public year-round from sunrise to sunset. Do flowers make you hungry? Make your way to Reynolda Village to shop and dine.
8
Start:European Touch
Winston Salem, North Carolina·
5.0
(5) review
116 Reynolda Vlg, Winston Salem, NC 27106-5123
9
Start:Grand 18-Winston-Salem
Winston Salem, North Carolina·
4.0
(72) review
5601 University Pkwy, Winston Salem, NC 27105-1313
10
Start:JDL Fast Track
Winston Salem, North Carolina·
4.0
(9) review
2505 Empire Dr, Winston Salem, NC 27103-6709
11
Start:Iron Heart Winery
Allisonia, Virginia·
4.0
(7) review
3742 Boone Furnace Rd, Allisonia, VA 24347-4001
12
Start:First Ladies National Historic Site
Canton, Ohio·
4.0
(91) review
205 Market Ave S, Canton, OH 44702-2105
13
Start:Escape Canton
Canton, Ohio·
5.0
(9) review
Escape Canton is Northeast Ohio's premiere venue for escape game adventures! You and your team will be locked in a themed room. Your goal is to work together and use elements around you to find clues and solve puzzles in order to escape the room within a certain time limit. With 4 unique escape rooms to choose from, Escape Canton will provide you with the ultimate escape room experience! Conference center now available for your Corporate Team Building events Monday - Friday! Call to book your reservation or for more details! Book your adventure today!
14
Start:Regal Interstate Park Stadium 18
Akron, Ohio·
3.5
(9) review
1089 Interstate Pkwy, Akron, OH 44312-5289
15
Start:The Bomb Shelter
Akron, Ohio·
3.5
(9) review
923 Bank St, Akron, OH 44305-2370
16
Start:Lock 3
Akron, Ohio·
4.5
(98) review
200 S Main St, Akron, OH 44308-1315
17
Start:Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland
Cleveland, Ohio·
3.5
(93) review
11400 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44106-3926
18
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.
19
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
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What's the driving distance between Raleigh and Akron?
The distance is 525 miles
What's the travel time between Raleigh and Akron?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 9h 57m mins in normal traffic
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