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ITINERARY
6h 41m344 miles17 stops
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Howard Peters Rawlings Conservatory and Botanic Gardens of Baltimore
2
Cathedral of Learning
3
Row House Cinema
Row House Cinema is an intimate, single screen movie theater offering a wide selection of classic and contemporary films spanning all eras, genres, and styles of cinema. Come enjoy an extensive selection of craft beer bottles and drafts from our neighbor Bierport, popcorn with real butter, and our world-famous chocolate popcorn! We can also accommodate private rentals. See you soon!
4
Mix Candle Co
5
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.
6
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.
7
Pittsburgh Water Steps
8
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.
9
Boardman Park
10
Basilica of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
11
OH WOW! The Roger & Gloria Jones Children's Center for Science & Technology
OH WOW!TM’s colorful, hands-on environment encourages independent thinking through interactive STEM-based exhibits and EDUtaining programs.”
12
Hollywood Gaming Mahoning Valley Race Course
13
Paladin Brewing
14
Lock 3
15
Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland
16
Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland: Education and Learning Center
Ever wonder how money works or what the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland does as part of the central bank of the US? Visit our Education and Learning Center featuring more than 25 fun, hands-on exhibits that answer these questions and more! We have interactive games, visual exhibits, creative stations, and illuminating films that explain everything about money you can think of, from how we use it, to why it looks the way it looks. Come see our historic lobby, take pictures with our money tree, trade coconuts on Barter Island, identify counterfeit bills, and even make your own money! All this in the heart of Cleveland, just steps away from downtown attractions. Admission is free and photos are welcome.
17
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Headquartered in a boldly designed building on Lake Erie's shore, The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is a 150,000-square-foot museum featuring ever-changing exhibits documenting the history of rock and roll, from Elvis to our days. You’ll see hundreds of original artifacts, from Jimi Hendrix outfits to The Beatles’ handwritten lyrics. Experience the excitement of a Rock Hall induction night at the Power of Rock Experience or have your very own jam session at the Garage. You can also watch a concert while you're here, so check out the Rock Hall’s schedule and plan ahead. – Tripadvisor
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OVERVIEW
1
Start:Howard Peters Rawlings Conservatory and Botanic Gardens of Baltimore
Baltimore, Maryland·
4.5
(99) review
3100 Swann Dr Druid Hill Park, Baltimore, MD 21217
2
Start:Cathedral of Learning
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(979) review
4200 5th Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15260
3
Start:Row House Cinema
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(9) review
Row House Cinema is an intimate, single screen movie theater offering a wide selection of classic and contemporary films spanning all eras, genres, and styles of cinema. Come enjoy an extensive selection of craft beer bottles and drafts from our neighbor Bierport, popcorn with real butter, and our world-famous chocolate popcorn! We can also accommodate private rentals. See you soon!
4
Start:Mix Candle Co
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania·
5.0
(9) review
4409 Butler St, Pittsburgh, PA 15201-3011
5
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.
6
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.
7
Start:Pittsburgh Water Steps
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(94) review
North Shore Riverfront Park, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
8
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.
9
Start:Boardman Park
Youngstown, Ohio·
4.5
(60) review
375 Boardman Poland Rd, Youngstown, OH 44512-4904
10
Start:Basilica of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Youngstown, Ohio·
4.5
(7) review
343 Via Mount Carmel Ave, Youngstown, OH 44505-3037
11
Start:OH WOW! The Roger & Gloria Jones Children's Center for Science & Technology
Youngstown, Ohio·
4.5
(62) review
OH WOW!TM’s colorful, hands-on environment encourages independent thinking through interactive STEM-based exhibits and EDUtaining programs.”
12
Start:Hollywood Gaming Mahoning Valley Race Course
Youngstown, Ohio·
3.5
(83) review
655 N Canfield Niles Rd, Youngstown, OH 44515-1102
13
Start:Paladin Brewing
Austintown, Youngstown, Ohio·
4.5
(9) review
6520 Mahoning Ave, Austintown, Youngstown, OH 44515-2012
14
Start:Lock 3
Akron, Ohio·
4.5
(98) review
200 S Main St, Akron, OH 44308-1315
15
Start:Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland
Cleveland, Ohio·
3.5
(93) review
11400 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44106-3926
16
Start:Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland: Education and Learning Center
Cleveland, Ohio·
4.5
(95) review
Ever wonder how money works or what the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland does as part of the central bank of the US? Visit our Education and Learning Center featuring more than 25 fun, hands-on exhibits that answer these questions and more! We have interactive games, visual exhibits, creative stations, and illuminating films that explain everything about money you can think of, from how we use it, to why it looks the way it looks. Come see our historic lobby, take pictures with our money tree, trade coconuts on Barter Island, identify counterfeit bills, and even make your own money! All this in the heart of Cleveland, just steps away from downtown attractions. Admission is free and photos are welcome.
17
Start:Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Cleveland, Ohio·
4.5
(9964) review
Headquartered in a boldly designed building on Lake Erie's shore, The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is a 150,000-square-foot museum featuring ever-changing exhibits documenting the history of rock and roll, from Elvis to our days. You’ll see hundreds of original artifacts, from Jimi Hendrix outfits to The Beatles’ handwritten lyrics. Experience the excitement of a Rock Hall induction night at the Power of Rock Experience or have your very own jam session at the Garage. You can also watch a concert while you're here, so check out the Rock Hall’s schedule and plan ahead. – Tripadvisor
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What's the driving distance between Washington DC and Akron?
The distance is 344 miles
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The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 6h 41m mins in normal traffic
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