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ITINERARY
8h 46m462 miles12 stops
1
Howard Peters Rawlings Conservatory and Botanic Gardens of Baltimore
2
Carvins Cove Natural Reserve
3
St. Andrew's Roman Catholic Church
4
Green Ridge Recreation Center & Splash Valley Water Park
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.
5
Science Museum of Western Virginia & Hopkins Planetarium
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.
6
Ladles & Linens Kitchen Shoppe
7
A Few Old Goats Brewing
8
Iron Heart Winery
9
Still Point Wellness Spa
Still Point Wellness offers a carefully curated menu of world-class services to support personal development through deep relaxation and self exploration. Unique modalities include Salt Water Floatation, Esalen Massage, Craniosacral Therapy and Somatic Experiencing.
10
Lexington Glassworks
Lexington Glassworks, located in the heart of downtown Asheville, NC, was born out of the desire to create timeless and innovative hand-blown glass. Each piece is skillfully crafted using century-old techniques with the singular goal of creating top-notch work. The gallery features high-quality custom lighting and handmade glass for any budget. Lexington Glassworks is a makers studio where the public is invited to view the artists at work.
11
Grove Arcade
Grove Arcade is a beautifully preserved historical building in the heart of Downtown Asheville that represents the heart and character of the town. It’s rich history and ornate architecture combined with its eclectic mix of shops and restaurants offer patrons a full-day immersion into Asheville lifestyle and culture.
12
French Broad River Brewery
We are open with a limited indoor capacity and plenty of spaced tables outside and inside. We thank you for following our mask and social distancing taproom rules and can’t wait to pour you some pint! Original Papa Nicks Pizza & Restaurant is open Weds-Sunday. We have Food Trucks on Monday and Tuesdays. Cheers! We have been brewing quality craft beer in the heart of Asheville, North Carolina since 2001. Our large new taproom is family friendly, We have games, ping pong, foosball and many large TVs to watch sports and events. We have food available everyday from Original Papa Nicks, Full menu which includes Traditional pizza and more! Menu is dietary restriction friendly and available for take out and catering. We are conveniently located at the edge of Biltmore Village, between Sweeten Creek and Fairview Road. See you soon, Cheers!
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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:Carvins Cove Natural Reserve
Roanoke, Virginia·
4.5
(95) review
9644 Reservoir Rd, Roanoke, VA 24019-7916
3
Start:St. Andrew's Roman Catholic Church
Roanoke, Virginia·
4.5
(93) review
631 N Jefferson St, Roanoke, VA 24016-1401
4
Start:Green Ridge Recreation Center & Splash Valley Water Park
Roanoke, Virginia·
4.0
(73) review
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.
5
Start:Science Museum of Western Virginia & Hopkins Planetarium
Roanoke, Virginia·
4.0
(94) review
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.
6
Start:Ladles & Linens Kitchen Shoppe
Roanoke, Virginia·
5.0
(8) review
305 Market St SE, Roanoke, VA 24011-2105
7
Start:A Few Old Goats Brewing
Roanoke, Virginia·
4.5
(9) review
515 8th St Suite 228, Roanoke, VA 24016-3530
8
Start:Iron Heart Winery
Allisonia, Virginia·
4.0
(7) review
3742 Boone Furnace Rd, Allisonia, VA 24347-4001
9
Start:Still Point Wellness Spa
Asheville, North Carolina·
5.0
(968) review
Still Point Wellness offers a carefully curated menu of world-class services to support personal development through deep relaxation and self exploration. Unique modalities include Salt Water Floatation, Esalen Massage, Craniosacral Therapy and Somatic Experiencing.
10
Start:Lexington Glassworks
Asheville, North Carolina·
4.5
(983) review
Lexington Glassworks, located in the heart of downtown Asheville, NC, was born out of the desire to create timeless and innovative hand-blown glass. Each piece is skillfully crafted using century-old techniques with the singular goal of creating top-notch work. The gallery features high-quality custom lighting and handmade glass for any budget. Lexington Glassworks is a makers studio where the public is invited to view the artists at work.
11
Start:Grove Arcade
Asheville, North Carolina·
4.0
(987) review
Grove Arcade is a beautifully preserved historical building in the heart of Downtown Asheville that represents the heart and character of the town. It’s rich history and ornate architecture combined with its eclectic mix of shops and restaurants offer patrons a full-day immersion into Asheville lifestyle and culture.
12
Start:French Broad River Brewery
Asheville, North Carolina·
4.0
(98) review
We are open with a limited indoor capacity and plenty of spaced tables outside and inside. We thank you for following our mask and social distancing taproom rules and can’t wait to pour you some pint! Original Papa Nicks Pizza & Restaurant is open Weds-Sunday. We have Food Trucks on Monday and Tuesdays. Cheers! We have been brewing quality craft beer in the heart of Asheville, North Carolina since 2001. Our large new taproom is family friendly, We have games, ping pong, foosball and many large TVs to watch sports and events. We have food available everyday from Original Papa Nicks, Full menu which includes Traditional pizza and more! Menu is dietary restriction friendly and available for take out and catering. We are conveniently located at the edge of Biltmore Village, between Sweeten Creek and Fairview Road. See you soon, Cheers!
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