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ITINERARY

50h 4m2,785 miles25 stops
1
Island Waterpark
6099 W Barstow Ave, Fresno, CA 93723-9372
2
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.
3
The Links at Riverlakes Ranch
5201 Riverlakes Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93312-4993
4
Studio Movie Grill - Bakersfield
2733 Calloway Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93312-2618
5
The Park at River Walk
11200 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA
6
California Fruit Depot
10854 Redbank Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93307-9143
7
Paintball Parties
9725 Pajarito Rd SW, Albuquerque, NM
Paintball parties for any day of the week
8
Starlight Ranch Event Center
1415 Sunrise Dr, Amarillo, TX 79104-4300
Starlight Ranch is a one of a kind experience that brings together the best in entertainment and hospitality. You can enjoy live music, delicious foods, handcrafted beer, and activities for the kids. Get lost in the Maze, zip down our 1000ft Zip Line.
9
Big Texan Opry
7701 E. I-40, Amarillo, TX 79118-6915
Each Tuesday, country western performers gather at the Big Texan Steak Ranch to perform for restaurant patrons.
10
Kwahadi Museum of the American Indian
9151 I-40 East, Amarillo, TX 79118
11
Painting with A Twist
208 W Oak St, Denton, TX 76201
Painting with a Twist brings wine, art and fun together in a unique experience. Painting with a Twist has events every week, check out the calendar, or plan a private gathering for Birthdays, Team Building or Bridal Parties!
12
Blagg-Huey Library
307 Administration Dr Texas Womans University, Denton, TX 76204
We strengthen the Texas Woman's University education by connecting our community to information and library services in a historic building. We are home to the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) national archives at Texas Woman’s University. The growing collection is available for viewing and research as part of the Woman’s Collection. The archives include documents, reports, trainee handbooks, military records and artifacts which catalog the experimental program between 1942 and 1944 when women trained and flew while enlisted in the Armed Forces of America.
13
PanIQ Room Dallas
5302 Belt Line Rd, Dallas, TX 75254-7606
14
Central Market
5750 E Lovers Ln, Dallas, TX 75206-2921
15
Barksdale Global Power Museum
88 Shreveport Rd Barksdale AFB, Shreveport, LA 71110-2088
Military museum features authentic uniforms, battle exhibits and aircraft dating back to World War I.
16
Magnolia Grove Golf Course
7001 Magnolia Grove Pkwy, Mobile, AL 36618-4824
17
Chickasabogue Park Alabama
760 Aldock Rd, Mobile, AL 36613-2905
18
Spanish Plaza Park
401 Government St, Mobile, AL
19
The Haunted Book Shop
9 S Joachim St across from Cafe 219 and The Saenger Theater, Mobile, AL 36602-2707
20
Government Street
Government Street Highways 90/98, Mobile, AL 36604
21
Depot Park
200 SE Depot Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601-7004
Depot Park is a signature city park in downtown Gainesville providing a space for unique public outdoor enjoyment. Depot features a children's adventure play area with a custom splash pad of waterfalls, water soakers, and ground jets. A water's edge promenade hosts special events like food truck rallies, art festivals, and musical performances. The park is fully staffed and free of charge.
22
WestShore Plaza
250 WestShore Plaza, Tampa, FL 33609-1918
23
Unique Car Service Transportation
2340 Spring Hollow Loop, Tampa, FL 33544-8700
Taxi and Limo from Tampa and St Pete airport, Professional drivers for all occations. Sedan, SUV. Large Vans available.
24
University of South Florida Botanical Gardens, Tampa
4202 E Fowler Ave, Tampa, FL 33620-5150
25
Bayshore Boulevard
312 Bayshore Blvd, Tampa, FL 33611
Home of the world's longest sidewalk.
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OVERVIEW

Prepare for an extraordinary adventure as we embark on an epic journey from the vibrant heart of Silicon Valley, San Jose, to the sunny shores of Tampa, Florida. Along the way, we'll traverse diverse landscapes, witness cultural wonders, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Our adventure begins in the bustling city of San Jose, where innovation and technology thrive. We'll explore its iconic landmarks, such as the Tech Museum of Innovation and the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum. As we head east, we'll delve into the natural beauty of the Sierra Nevada mountains, marveling at their towering peaks and sparkling lakes.

Continuing our journey, we'll cross the vast and historic Mississippi River, a symbol of our nation's past and present. We'll make our way through the vibrant city of New Orleans, immersing ourselves in its rich culture, delicious cuisine, and lively music. Finally, we'll reach our destination, Tampa, where we'll bask in the sunshine and explore its beautiful beaches, thrilling theme parks, and fascinating museums.

1
Start:Island Waterpark
Fresno, California·
4.0
(82) review
6099 W Barstow Ave, Fresno, CA 93723-9372
2
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
3
The Links at Riverlakes Ranch
Bakersfield, California·
3.5
(18) review
5201 Riverlakes Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93312-4993
4
Studio Movie Grill - Bakersfield
Bakersfield, California·
4.0
(33) review
2733 Calloway Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93312-2618
5
The Park at River Walk
Bakersfield, California·
4.0
(65) review
11200 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA
6
California Fruit Depot
Bakersfield, California·
5.0
(72) review
10854 Redbank Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93307-9143
7
Paintball Parties
Albuquerque, New Mexico·
(0) review
Paintball parties for any day of the week
9725 Pajarito Rd SW, Albuquerque, NM
8
Starlight Ranch Event Center
Amarillo, Texas·
4.0
(4) review
Starlight Ranch is a one of a kind experience that brings together the best in entertainment and hospitality. You can enjoy live music, delicious foods, handcrafted beer, and activities for the kids. Get lost in the Maze, zip down our 1000ft Zip Line.
1415 Sunrise Dr, Amarillo, TX 79104-4300
9
Big Texan Opry
Amarillo, Texas·
4.0
(235) review
Each Tuesday, country western performers gather at the Big Texan Steak Ranch to perform for restaurant patrons.
7701 E. I-40, Amarillo, TX 79118-6915
10
Kwahadi Museum of the American Indian
Amarillo, Texas·
4.0
(46) review
9151 I-40 East, Amarillo, TX 79118
11
Painting with A Twist
Denton, Texas·
4.0
(9) review
Painting with a Twist brings wine, art and fun together in a unique experience. Painting with a Twist has events every week, check out the calendar, or plan a private gathering for Birthdays, Team Building or Bridal Parties!
208 W Oak St, Denton, TX 76201
12
Blagg-Huey Library
Denton, Texas·
5.0
(9) review
We strengthen the Texas Woman's University education by connecting our community to information and library services in a historic building. We are home to the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) national archives at Texas Woman’s University. The growing collection is available for viewing and research as part of the Woman’s Collection. The archives include documents, reports, trainee handbooks, military records and artifacts which catalog the experimental program between 1942 and 1944 when women trained and flew while enlisted in the Armed Forces of America.
307 Administration Dr Texas Womans University, Denton, TX 76204
13
PanIQ Room Dallas
Dallas, Texas·
4.5
(99) review
5302 Belt Line Rd, Dallas, TX 75254-7606
14
Central Market
Dallas, Texas·
4.5
(99) review
5750 E Lovers Ln, Dallas, TX 75206-2921
15
Barksdale Global Power Museum
Shreveport, Louisiana·
4.0
(181) review
Military museum features authentic uniforms, battle exhibits and aircraft dating back to World War I.
88 Shreveport Rd Barksdale AFB, Shreveport, LA 71110-2088
16
Magnolia Grove Golf Course
Mobile, Alabama·
4.5
(80) review
7001 Magnolia Grove Pkwy, Mobile, AL 36618-4824
17
Chickasabogue Park Alabama
Mobile, Alabama·
4.0
(44) review
760 Aldock Rd, Mobile, AL 36613-2905
18
Spanish Plaza Park
Mobile, Alabama·
4.0
(9) review
401 Government St, Mobile, AL
19
The Haunted Book Shop
Mobile, Alabama·
5.0
(9) review
9 S Joachim St across from Cafe 219 and The Saenger Theater, Mobile, AL 36602-2707
20
Government Street
Mobile, Alabama·
4.0
(9) review
Government Street Highways 90/98, Mobile, AL 36604
21
Depot Park
Gainesville, Florida·
5.0
(94) review
Depot Park is a signature city park in downtown Gainesville providing a space for unique public outdoor enjoyment. Depot features a children's adventure play area with a custom splash pad of waterfalls, water soakers, and ground jets. A water's edge promenade hosts special events like food truck rallies, art festivals, and musical performances. The park is fully staffed and free of charge.
200 SE Depot Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601-7004
22
WestShore Plaza
Tampa, Florida·
4.0
(99) review
250 WestShore Plaza, Tampa, FL 33609-1918
23
Unique Car Service Transportation
Tampa, Florida·
4.5
(9) review
Taxi and Limo from Tampa and St Pete airport, Professional drivers for all occations. Sedan, SUV. Large Vans available.
2340 Spring Hollow Loop, Tampa, FL 33544-8700
24
University of South Florida Botanical Gardens, Tampa
Tampa, Florida·
3.5
(98) review
4202 E Fowler Ave, Tampa, FL 33620-5150
25
Bayshore Boulevard
Tampa, Florida·
4.5
(972) review
Home of the world's longest sidewalk.
312 Bayshore Blvd, Tampa, FL 33611

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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the driving distance between San Jose and Tampa?
The distance is 2,785 miles
What's the travel time between San Jose and Tampa?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 50h 4m mins in normal traffic
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Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to Tampa?
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