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Road trip from Richmond to Hickory

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ITINERARY

5h 51m299 miles16 stops
1
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
815 E Grace St, Richmond, VA 23219-3409
2
Shockoe Bottom African Burial Ground
1554 E Broad St., Richmond, VA 23219
3
Rockwood Park
3401 Courthouse Rd, Richmond, VA 23236-1438
4
The Hop Yard
1141 Falls River Ave Ste 122 Suite 122, Raleigh, NC 27614-8518
The Hop Yard isn't just a bar and retail store where you can find the best in craft beer and wine, it's also a place to get plugged into the craft beer community that has become so strong in NC. So stop by, bring the family and the family dog, pull up a bar stool and we can chat over a pint or a glass of wine from our 28 taps.
5
Savory Spice Shop
8470 Honeycutt Rd Ste 108, Raleigh, NC 27615-2258
Locally owned full service spice shop, with over 400 spices & herbs, 160 proprietary blends, hot sauces, extracts, organics, gift packs and spice related merchandise, including locally produced artisan products. We encourage you to taste what you like and buy what you need. We will measure as little as a 1/2 oz. of product. Grab a free recipe card while browsing. Knowledgeable, friendly staff.
6
Wish Upon A Quilt
8817 Westgate Park Dr 104, Raleigh, NC 27617-4819
Voted #1 Janome Sewing Machine Dealer and Quilt Shop in the Triangle. Raleigh, Cary, Durham, Wake Forest, Chapel-Hill, NC. We carry everything for today's quilting and sewing enthusiasts.
7
North Carolina Museum of History
5 E Edenton St, Raleigh, NC 27601-1011
Explore more than 14,000 years of North Carolina history, from the state's earliest inhabitants through the 20th century. The major exhibition The Story of North Carolina features fascinating artifacts, multimedia presentations, and an interactive format for all ages. Other exhibits highlight the state's military history, sports heroes, decorative arts and more. Monthly programs include children's programs, craft demonstrations and family events. The Museum Shop, featuring North Carolina crafts, and the on-site restaurant Pharaoh's at the Museum are open daily. Admission is free, although some special exhibits require a fee. Free parking is available on weekends in the Jones/Edenton Street lot. Museum hours are Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m.
8
The Raleigh Market
1025 Blue Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607-3902
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.
9
Game On Escapes & More
107 Edinburgh South Dr Suite 203, Cary, NC 27511-8426
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.
10
BurMil Park
5834 Bur Mill Club Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410-9214
11
Center City Park
200 N Elm St, Greensboro, NC 27401-2402
12
Forest Oaks Country Club
4600 Forest Oaks Dr, Greensboro, NC 27406-9313
13
Salem Lake
1001 Salem Lake Rd, Winston Salem, NC 27107-1571
14
Recreation Billiards
412 W 4th St, Winston Salem, NC 27101-2805
15
JDL Fast Track
2505 Empire Dr, Winston Salem, NC 27103-6709
16
Sports Connection
8626 Hankins Rd, Charlotte, NC 28269-2607
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OVERVIEW

1
Start:St. Paul's Episcopal Church
Richmond, Virginia·
4.5
(94) review
815 E Grace St, Richmond, VA 23219-3409
2
Shockoe Bottom African Burial Ground
Richmond, Virginia·
4.5
(9) review
1554 E Broad St., Richmond, VA 23219
3
Rockwood Park
Richmond, Virginia·
5.0
(9) review
3401 Courthouse Rd, Richmond, VA 23236-1438
4
The Hop Yard
Raleigh, North Carolina·
4.5
(6) review
The Hop Yard isn't just a bar and retail store where you can find the best in craft beer and wine, it's also a place to get plugged into the craft beer community that has become so strong in NC. So stop by, bring the family and the family dog, pull up a bar stool and we can chat over a pint or a glass of wine from our 28 taps.
1141 Falls River Ave Ste 122 Suite 122, Raleigh, NC 27614-8518
5
Savory Spice Shop
Raleigh, North Carolina·
4.5
(7) review
Locally owned full service spice shop, with over 400 spices & herbs, 160 proprietary blends, hot sauces, extracts, organics, gift packs and spice related merchandise, including locally produced artisan products. We encourage you to taste what you like and buy what you need. We will measure as little as a 1/2 oz. of product. Grab a free recipe card while browsing. Knowledgeable, friendly staff.
8470 Honeycutt Rd Ste 108, Raleigh, NC 27615-2258
6
Wish Upon A Quilt
Raleigh, North Carolina·
3.5
(7) review
Voted #1 Janome Sewing Machine Dealer and Quilt Shop in the Triangle. Raleigh, Cary, Durham, Wake Forest, Chapel-Hill, NC. We carry everything for today's quilting and sewing enthusiasts.
8817 Westgate Park Dr 104, Raleigh, NC 27617-4819
7
North Carolina Museum of History
Raleigh, North Carolina·
4.5
(936) review
Explore more than 14,000 years of North Carolina history, from the state's earliest inhabitants through the 20th century. The major exhibition The Story of North Carolina features fascinating artifacts, multimedia presentations, and an interactive format for all ages. Other exhibits highlight the state's military history, sports heroes, decorative arts and more. Monthly programs include children's programs, craft demonstrations and family events. The Museum Shop, featuring North Carolina crafts, and the on-site restaurant Pharaoh's at the Museum are open daily. Admission is free, although some special exhibits require a fee. Free parking is available on weekends in the Jones/Edenton Street lot. Museum hours are Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m.
5 E Edenton St, Raleigh, NC 27601-1011
8
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.
1025 Blue Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607-3902
9
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.
107 Edinburgh South Dr Suite 203, Cary, NC 27511-8426
10
BurMil Park
Greensboro, North Carolina·
4.5
(80) review
5834 Bur Mill Club Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410-9214
11
Center City Park
Greensboro, North Carolina·
4.5
(9) review
200 N Elm St, Greensboro, NC 27401-2402
12
Forest Oaks Country Club
Greensboro, North Carolina·
4.0
(9) review
4600 Forest Oaks Dr, Greensboro, NC 27406-9313
13
Salem Lake
Winston Salem, North Carolina·
4.5
(97) review
1001 Salem Lake Rd, Winston Salem, NC 27107-1571
14
Recreation Billiards
Winston Salem, North Carolina·
4.0
(9) review
412 W 4th St, Winston Salem, NC 27101-2805
15
JDL Fast Track
Winston Salem, North Carolina·
4.0
(9) review
2505 Empire Dr, Winston Salem, NC 27103-6709
16
Sports Connection
Charlotte, North Carolina·
3.5
(9) review
8626 Hankins Rd, Charlotte, NC 28269-2607

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What's the driving distance between Richmond and Hickory?
The distance is 299 miles
What's the travel time between Richmond and Hickory?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 5h 51m mins in normal traffic
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