Road trip from Syracuse to Hickory

Founded in 1914, the Rosamond Gifford Zoo at Burnet Park is home to more than 700 animals representing 275 species, many of them endangered or threatened in the wild. As an accredited member of the Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA), we are among only 236 zoos and aquariums in the nation proven to meet the highest standards of animal care, conservation and guest experience. We are dedicated to connecting people to the natural world by providing engaging experiences, exceptional animal welfare, and unparalleled conservation education. The zoo is co-operated by Onondaga County Parks and the Friends of the Rosamond Gifford Zoo with the mission to provide guests “the best day ever,” ensuring experiences that excite, memories that endure, and knowledge that inspires world wildlife conservation.

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.

Designed with family fun in mind, Green Ridge offers two great attractions in one convenient location! The indoor center is open year round, featuring family friendly activities like swimming, interactive games, a gymnasium and fitness area. Splash Valley Water Park is an outdoor aquatics area open Memorial Day to Labor Day, featuring two 34-foot high slides, a sprayground and a current river. Daily admission is available to either facility.

Fun for the whole family, the Science Museum of Western Virginia features a tropical butterfly garden filled with butterflies from around the world; fun and interactive exhibits exploring Healthy Bodies, Healthy Earth and How It Works; live animals and the popular "FROGS"; the Living River & Touch Tank; and amazing traveling exhibits such as "TUTANKHAMUN: Wonderful Things From The Pharaoh's Tomb," running June 14-Dec. 31, 2014.

Total Escape is Winston Salem's favorite escape room, and we're 100% family friendly (not scary!) From Mayan Temples to high security prisons, our escape rooms are designed to create fully immersive experiences with unique and challenging puzzles. With only one hour and one way out, will you have the critical thinking and observation skills you need to escape?

At Buried Acorn we focus on the wild side of things offering 30 taps of IPA, Lager, sours, and funky barrel-aged beers. Come check out our brand new food menu offering a Chicago style Italian Beef sandwich amongst other lovely pub fare. Cheers! Love, Buried Acorn

The Eleanor D. Wilson Museum at Hollins University is a premiere arts destination in the Roanoke Valley and presents exhibitions and related programming that explore currents in contemporary art. Providing a forum for the creative process, the museum enhances the life of both the university and the community beyond. Free and open to the public.

Antique automobiles and trucks, electric and deisel locomotives, and vintage steam, are all part of the nostalgic show at this historic freight station that doubles as a museum .

Site where Moravian immigrants first settled in North Carolina, this 195-acre area includes a museum and a Moravian church and offers hiking, birdwatching and many varieties of trees.

Hanes Mall features favorite stores such as Belk, Dillard's, Macy's, JCPenney, Sears, and Old Navy as well as specialty shops like American Eagle, Abercrombie & Fitch, Gymboree and Banana Republic.

The Stocked Pot and Company Culinary Team Building Events and Activities and Ice Breakers. We will enrich your cooking experience with our combination of culinary expertise and delicious food resulting in a unique culinary adventure. Review our Culinary Team Building experiences that bring employees together outside of the office in a team atmosphere.

etc. is an upscale consignment store offering clothing for the entire family, as well as home goods and furniture. Our 16,000 square foot showroom offers close to 40,000 items and our inventory changes daily. etc. has been serving our community for 25 years. Our store hours are Monday-Saturday 10-5.

Smiley's Golf is Winston-Salem's premiere golf practice facility. Large lighted driving range with covered tees. Instruction from experienced PGA Pro, Brad Latimer. Nice golf shop. 18 hole mini-golf. Junior Golf programs and camps. Private lessons and group/corporate clinics for adults. Gift cards. Birthday Parties. Corporate team building activities. Family Friendly. Fun for the whole family! * Note that hours vary with daylight/time of year.

Immersive, challenging, FUN! An exhilarating experience designed to test your wits! Perfect for groups of family, friends, and co-workers! A truly one-of-a-kind experience you'll never forget! Charlotte's #1 escape room, Exit Strategy is the original escape room business in the Southeast, and the most immersive! Boasting 12 uniquely-themed experiences across 2 locations (North and South) in Charlotte. Sixty minutes may sound like a lot of time, until the pressure of cracking clues and solving puzzles intensifies with each passing second. Escape requires keen problem-solving skills and collaboration, perfect for groups of two to ten people (depending on the room). Each uncovered clue places teams one step closer to achieving their ultimate goal: unlocking the door and escaping the room before the clock strikes zero. Success may earn the group a place on Exit Strategy's wall of fame, although failure may inspire a repeat visit to try again.

For shopping in Charlotte, NC. the Northlake Mall hosts Macy's and Dillard's departments stores, Coach, an Apple store, and over 150 other stores. For a night out, the shopping center has several restaurants and a 14-screen AMC movie theater. Visit Northlake for great shopping, just 10 miles north of Charlotte on Interstate 77.