Road trip from St. Louis to Cedar Rapids
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ITINERARY
5h 31m280 miles14 stops
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The Highlands Golf & Tennis
2
Mr. Nice Guy
With the lowest prices, largest selection and highest quality of products in town, Mr. Nice Guy is the premier head shop for the St. Louis Metro Area. We are conveniently located near the Delmar Loop at 5892 Delmar Blvd and in South City at 2636 Cherokee St. At Mr. Nice Guy's you'll always find a friendly, knowledgeable staff willing to help you with all your smoking needs. We carry the largest selection of high-quality smoke supplies in the Metro St. Louis area. At both of our convenient locations, you'll get the best quality products at the lowest prices. You're sure to find what you need in our well-stocked stores. Looking for a new water pipe? Maybe an oil rig?Titantium nails? Or a sweet new vape pen? Mr. Nice Guy is your one-stop head shop for your smoking needs. We carry a wide variety of products, all available to you at the lowest of prices. Our products are high quality. Stop by one of our shops today. We guarantee you complete satisfaction with your product choice and purchase. We've got a great crew working with us to ensure your shopping experience with us, whether online or in one of our shops, is awesome. If you have any issues, please contact us.
3
St. Francis de Sales Church
4
The Dinner Detective
America's largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner show! Solve a hilarious crime while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The killer is hiding somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect! The Dinner Detective also offers private events & shows that are customized to your group. Join us for a private event that your guests will talk about for months!
5
Tee Time Family Fun Center
6
Dragon's Lair Family Adventure Center
Immerse yourself in your favorite video game for real. Play classic games like capture the flag, defuse the bomb and VIP. To name a few of our ever growing selection of games. Test out our realistic weapons and wireless sensors. They will put you in the middle of the action. Come and experience the Lair.
7
Hawkeye Downs Speedway
8
Indian Creek Nature Center
9
Islamic Center of Cedar Rapids
10
Gilded Pear Gallery
Gilded Pear Gallery is a full service contemporary art gallery in Cedar Rapids, IA. The gallery features over 70 artists across varying media including jewelry and fine crafts as well as rotating exhibitions every 6-8 weeks. We specialize in corporate and residential art consultation-installation, framing, art appraisals, and more. View our website to learn more about our artists and services or visit the gallery to see an exhibit!
11
Nick's Bar & Grill
Nick's Bar & Grill, in Cedar Rapids, IA, is the premier restaurant serving Hiawatha, Marion, Fairfax, Palo, Atkins and surrounding areas since 2014. We offer burgers, soups, salads, appetizers, pizza, skillets, a full bar, 14 flatscreen televisions, dart boards, electronic gaming and much more. For your next meal, visit Nick's Bar & Grill in Cedar Rapids.
12
Mother Mosque of America
13
Ellis Park Golf Course
14
GoFree Escape Rooms
GoFree Escape Rooms is home to independent, locally designed live adventure games in which players work together to solve a series of puzzles, clues, and riddles to complete an assigned mission.
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OVERVIEW
1
Start:The Highlands Golf & Tennis
Saint Louis, Missouri·
3.0
(9) review
5163 Clayton Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63110-1423
2
Start:Mr. Nice Guy
Saint Louis, Missouri·
3.5
(9) review
With the lowest prices, largest selection and highest quality of products in town, Mr. Nice Guy is the premier head shop for the St. Louis Metro Area. We are conveniently located near the Delmar Loop at 5892 Delmar Blvd and in South City at 2636 Cherokee St. At Mr. Nice Guy's you'll always find a friendly, knowledgeable staff willing to help you with all your smoking needs. We carry the largest selection of high-quality smoke supplies in the Metro St. Louis area. At both of our convenient locations, you'll get the best quality products at the lowest prices. You're sure to find what you need in our well-stocked stores. Looking for a new water pipe? Maybe an oil rig?Titantium nails? Or a sweet new vape pen? Mr. Nice Guy is your one-stop head shop for your smoking needs. We carry a wide variety of products, all available to you at the lowest of prices. Our products are high quality. Stop by one of our shops today. We guarantee you complete satisfaction with your product choice and purchase. We've got a great crew working with us to ensure your shopping experience with us, whether online or in one of our shops, is awesome. If you have any issues, please contact us.
3
Start:St. Francis de Sales Church
Saint Louis, Missouri·
5.0
(9) review
2653 Ohio Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63118-1594
4
Start:The Dinner Detective
Saint Louis, Missouri·
4.5
(9) review
America's largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner show! Solve a hilarious crime while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The killer is hiding somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect! The Dinner Detective also offers private events & shows that are customized to your group. Join us for a private event that your guests will talk about for months!
5
Start:Tee Time Family Fun Center
Saint Louis, Missouri·
2.5
(9) review
4631 Lemay Ferry Rd, Saint Louis, MO 63129-1615
6
Start:Dragon's Lair Family Adventure Center
Cedar Rapids, Iowa·
4.5
(8) review
Immerse yourself in your favorite video game for real. Play classic games like capture the flag, defuse the bomb and VIP. To name a few of our ever growing selection of games. Test out our realistic weapons and wireless sensors. They will put you in the middle of the action. Come and experience the Lair.
7
Start:Hawkeye Downs Speedway
Cedar Rapids, Iowa·
4.0
(6) review
4400 6th St SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404-4431
8
Start:Indian Creek Nature Center
Cedar Rapids, Iowa·
4.5
(63) review
5300 Otis Rd SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
9
Start:Islamic Center of Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids, Iowa·
4.5
(6) review
2999 1st Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405-4521
10
Start:Gilded Pear Gallery
Cedar Rapids, Iowa·
5.0
(5) review
Gilded Pear Gallery is a full service contemporary art gallery in Cedar Rapids, IA. The gallery features over 70 artists across varying media including jewelry and fine crafts as well as rotating exhibitions every 6-8 weeks. We specialize in corporate and residential art consultation-installation, framing, art appraisals, and more. View our website to learn more about our artists and services or visit the gallery to see an exhibit!
11
Start:Nick's Bar & Grill
Cedar Rapids, Iowa·
4.0
(7) review
Nick's Bar & Grill, in Cedar Rapids, IA, is the premier restaurant serving Hiawatha, Marion, Fairfax, Palo, Atkins and surrounding areas since 2014. We offer burgers, soups, salads, appetizers, pizza, skillets, a full bar, 14 flatscreen televisions, dart boards, electronic gaming and much more. For your next meal, visit Nick's Bar & Grill in Cedar Rapids.
12
Start:Mother Mosque of America
Cedar Rapids, Iowa·
4.0
(6) review
1335 9th St NW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405-1805
13
Start:Ellis Park Golf Course
Cedar Rapids, Iowa·
3.5
(7) review
1401 Zika Ave NW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405-1257
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Start:GoFree Escape Rooms
Cedar Rapids, Iowa·
5.0
(5) review
GoFree Escape Rooms is home to independent, locally designed live adventure games in which players work together to solve a series of puzzles, clues, and riddles to complete an assigned mission.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the driving distance between St. Louis and Cedar Rapids?
The distance is 280 miles
What's the travel time between St. Louis and Cedar Rapids?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 5h 31m mins in normal traffic
What are some of the best cities to visit between St. Louis and Cedar Rapids?
Some popular stops includeSaint Louis, Cedar Rapids
Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to Cedar Rapids?
There are plenty! Here are some stops you shouldn’t miss on your way to Cedar Rapids
Tee Time Family Fun Center
St. Francis de Sales Church
The Dinner Detective
The Highlands Golf & Tennis
Mr. Nice Guy
Dragon's Lair Family Adventure Center
Hawkeye Downs Speedway
Indian Creek Nature Center
Nick's Bar & Grill
Islamic Center of Cedar Rapids
Gilded Pear Gallery
Mother Mosque of America
Ellis Park Golf Course
GoFree Escape Rooms
What’s the weather like in Cedar Rapids?
The weather in Cedar Rapids is generally mild year-round, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. See the links below for more information
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