Road trip from Reading to Peoria
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ITINERARY
15h 30m814 miles21 stops
1
Genesius Theatre
Genesius Theatre is a Performance Venue that specializes in Musical Theatre. The theatre doubles as a learning center for kids by providing 2-3 kids / teen performances and 4-6 week kids summer theatre camp every year. The "Genesius Difference" is the up-close atmosphere of the performances. We trust in the power of this inspiring & dynamic medium to transform the artists who create it, the audiences who enjoy it, and the patrons who support it.
2
Reading Rocks
3
Mack Trucks Historical Museum
4
Pennsylvania State Capitol
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
Cathedral of Learning
6
Allegheny Cemetery
Instituted in 1844, this 300-acre cemetery is the final resting place of such notables as Lillian Russell, Stephen Foster and General John Neville.
7
Point State Park
Serving as a key strategic spot during the French and Indian War, this National Historic Landmark and park offer stunning views of the city and a variety of outdoor recreation.
8
Emerald View Park
9
Pure Skin Care Center & Beauty Lounge
Honest, professional skin care and nail services that are both clinically effective and affordable. Facials, microdermabrasion, chemical peels, waxing and body treatments offered. We pride ourselves on cleanliness and are one of the only area skin care and nail service providers that use an autoclave for complete client safety. We are an authorized retailer of Eminence Organic and PCA Skin Care.
10
Bella Bambini Cello
11
West Hills Escape Room
Players must work as a team to find the clues hidden around the room, using logic and creativity to solve each puzzle before time runs out.
12
The Club Pittsburgh
The Club airport lounges Pittsburgh, offer travelers a welcoming and relaxing space to unwind ahead of their flight and escape the busy airport crowds, while enjoying, complimentary food and drinks. We provide lounge access to all, no matter which airline you are flying with. Book your visit via our website today and experience our award-winning hospitality and world-class amenities.
13
Hickory Hearth Highlands
Hug A Highland allows guests to visit our family owned and operated farm to brush, love, feed, and take nonprofessional pictures with our Scottish Highlands and miniature donkeys!
14
Kelton House Museum & Garden
Experience urban life and the decorative arts, as they existed in the second half of the 19th century, through the collection of the Sophia and Fernando Cortez Kelton family. Learn about the Underground Railroad and the people that bring the history to life.
15
Ohio Stadium
16
The Grill
17
Smiley
Smiley is a huge 25,000 sq foot facility in Castleton filled with the latest Virtual Reality technology. We have very rare and unique interactive games and rides for children of all ages. Our playgrounds are for age 9 months to 10 years old and our VR spaces are for ages 9 years and up! We also have an enormous indoor playground with trampoline basketball, tubes & slides, rock-climbing, obstacle
18
Forest Park Nature Center
A Peoria Park District facility, Forest Park serves as the doorway to more than 500 acres designated as part of the Illinois State Nature Preserve. The center provides visitors with more than seven miles of trails that lead through dense forest, along trickling stream beds, and over dramatic hillsides. The A-frame trail head features a small natural history museum, nature store, and a room dedicated to bird-watching. Trails and museum are free and open to the public. NO PETS ALLOWED!
19
Luthy Botanical Garden
Surround yourself with spectacular displays of spring blooming bulbs or the blazing color of autumn, the Garden offers a tranquil setting to enjoy the beauty of each passing season. Established in 1951, Luthy Botanical Garden encompasses five acres and offers over a dozen theme gardens, a Conservatory, a garden gift shop educational programming, numerous events, a rotating sculpture exhibit and magnificent floral displays.
20
Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum
The Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum provides children with the tools and inspiration they need to be explorers and creators of the world. We do this in part through understanding, supporting, and promoting play in the fullest sense of the word, one that includes imagination and creativity.
21
Pettengill Morron House Museum
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OVERVIEW
Reading to Peoria
1
Start:Genesius Theatre
Reading, Pennsylvania·
4.0
(9) review
Genesius Theatre is a Performance Venue that specializes in Musical Theatre. The theatre doubles as a learning center for kids by providing 2-3 kids / teen performances and 4-6 week kids summer theatre camp every year. The "Genesius Difference" is the up-close atmosphere of the performances. We trust in the power of this inspiring & dynamic medium to transform the artists who create it, the audiences who enjoy it, and the patrons who support it.
2
Start:Reading Rocks
Reading, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(9) review
George St., Reading, PA
3
Start:Mack Trucks Historical Museum
Allentown, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(95) review
2402 Lehigh Pkwy S, Allentown, PA 18103-2900
4
Start: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.
5
Start:Cathedral of Learning
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(979) review
4200 5th Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15260
6
Start:Allegheny Cemetery
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(94) review
Instituted in 1844, this 300-acre cemetery is the final resting place of such notables as Lillian Russell, Stephen Foster and General John Neville.
7
Start:Point State Park
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(951) review
Serving as a key strategic spot during the French and Indian War, this National Historic Landmark and park offer stunning views of the city and a variety of outdoor recreation.
8
Start:Emerald View Park
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania·
3.5
(6) review
608 Bailey Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15211-1717
9
Start:Pure Skin Care Center & Beauty Lounge
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania·
5.0
(61) review
Honest, professional skin care and nail services that are both clinically effective and affordable. Facials, microdermabrasion, chemical peels, waxing and body treatments offered. We pride ourselves on cleanliness and are one of the only area skin care and nail service providers that use an autoclave for complete client safety. We are an authorized retailer of Eminence Organic and PCA Skin Care.
10
Start:Bella Bambini Cello
Coraopolis, Pennsylvania·
5.0
(4) review
1042 5th Ave, Coraopolis, PA 15108-1804
11
Start:West Hills Escape Room
Coraopolis, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(7) review
Players must work as a team to find the clues hidden around the room, using logic and creativity to solve each puzzle before time runs out.
12
Start:The Club Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania·
5.0
(1) review
The Club airport lounges Pittsburgh, offer travelers a welcoming and relaxing space to unwind ahead of their flight and escape the busy airport crowds, while enjoying, complimentary food and drinks. We provide lounge access to all, no matter which airline you are flying with. Book your visit via our website today and experience our award-winning hospitality and world-class amenities.
13
Start:Hickory Hearth Highlands
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania·
1.0
(1) review
Hug A Highland allows guests to visit our family owned and operated farm to brush, love, feed, and take nonprofessional pictures with our Scottish Highlands and miniature donkeys!
14
Start:Kelton House Museum & Garden
Columbus, Ohio·
4.5
(96) review
Experience urban life and the decorative arts, as they existed in the second half of the 19th century, through the collection of the Sophia and Fernando Cortez Kelton family. Learn about the Underground Railroad and the people that bring the history to life.
15
Start:Ohio Stadium
Columbus, Ohio·
4.5
(979) review
411 Woody Hayes Dr,, Columbus, OH 43210-1104
16
Start:The Grill
Indianapolis, Indiana·
3.5
(9) review
9755 Fall Creek Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46256-4713
17
Start:Smiley
Indianapolis, Indiana·
3.5
(9) review
Smiley is a huge 25,000 sq foot facility in Castleton filled with the latest Virtual Reality technology. We have very rare and unique interactive games and rides for children of all ages. Our playgrounds are for age 9 months to 10 years old and our VR spaces are for ages 9 years and up! We also have an enormous indoor playground with trampoline basketball, tubes & slides, rock-climbing, obstacle
18
Start:Forest Park Nature Center
Peoria, Illinois·
4.5
(79) review
A Peoria Park District facility, Forest Park serves as the doorway to more than 500 acres designated as part of the Illinois State Nature Preserve. The center provides visitors with more than seven miles of trails that lead through dense forest, along trickling stream beds, and over dramatic hillsides. The A-frame trail head features a small natural history museum, nature store, and a room dedicated to bird-watching. Trails and museum are free and open to the public. NO PETS ALLOWED!
19
Start:Luthy Botanical Garden
Peoria, Illinois·
4.0
(73) review
Surround yourself with spectacular displays of spring blooming bulbs or the blazing color of autumn, the Garden offers a tranquil setting to enjoy the beauty of each passing season. Established in 1951, Luthy Botanical Garden encompasses five acres and offers over a dozen theme gardens, a Conservatory, a garden gift shop educational programming, numerous events, a rotating sculpture exhibit and magnificent floral displays.
20
Start:Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum
Peoria, Illinois·
4.5
(84) review
The Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum provides children with the tools and inspiration they need to be explorers and creators of the world. We do this in part through understanding, supporting, and promoting play in the fullest sense of the word, one that includes imagination and creativity.
21
Start:Pettengill Morron House Museum
Peoria, Illinois·
4.5
(7) review
1212 W Moss Ave, Peoria, IL 61606-1736
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What's the driving distance between Reading and Peoria?
The distance is 814 miles
What's the travel time between Reading and Peoria?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 15h 30m mins in normal traffic
What are some of the best cities to visit between Reading and Peoria?
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What’s the weather like in Peoria?
The weather in Peoria is generally mild year-round, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. See the links below for more information
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