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Road trip from McAllen to Dayton

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ITINERARY

26h 56m1,505 miles24 stops
1
McAllen's New Park & Spray Ground
29th and Zinnia, McAllen, TX
2
Il Regalo Preferito
2801 W Expressway 83, McAllen, TX 78503-8307
3
D-Novo Massage Studio
1200 S Main St Suite B, McAllen, TX 78501-5015
We specialize in several massage therapy techniques and spa services. We are also happy to announce that we are the RGV's first Float Therapy Center! Let us bring balance to your body and peace to your mind. Feel Like New Again!
4
Mokara Spa
212 W Crockett St Mokara Hotel and Spa, San Antonio, TX 78205-2520
5
Paramour Roof Top Bar
102 9th St 4th Floor, San Antonio, TX 78215-1524
6
Extreme Escape
9995 W Interstate 10, San Antonio, TX 78230-2260
Extreme Escape San Antonio is the FIRST to offer four different themed escape experience. Mutiny and Trapped Below have broad appeal, including puzzle loving families and children ages 9 and above, while Undead and Master of Illusion are suitable for teenagers and adults looking for a thrill. We’ve incorporated multi-dimensional elements like life-sized props, special effects and even smells to make your “escape” amazing!
7
Santikos Palladium IMAX
17703 W Interstate 10, San Antonio, TX 78257-9529
8
Purrfecto Cat Lounge
2300 S Lamar Boulevard Unit #104, Austin, TX
We partner with local rescues to temporarily house cats. Book a CatXperience and be surrounded by love-able furrballs. You might find your next furry friend!
9
Saxon Pub
1320 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704-2387
10
Mindspark Adventures and Escape Games
2632 Ridgepoint Dr, Austin, TX 78754-5210
Mind Spark is a fully interactive and immersive experience unlike anything else you can do in Austin, Texas. Up to 12 participants will be locked in a room, and they must use their minds and teamwork to figure out their escape. Clues and riddles hidden throughout the room provide the tools necessary to win the game and get out of the room. As the clock ticks down and the pressure mounts, can you stay calm, can you escape?
11
Little Shop on Bosque
3801 Bosque Blvd, Waco, TX 76710-4931
The Little Shop on Bosque is the original home of Magnolia Market and offers last chance and slightly damaged items at a discount. The shop is stocked with everything from florals to vases, apparel to gifts, and so much more. *Please note that all sales at our Little Shop on Bosque are final. You cannot receive a replacement or refund on any sales.
12
The Texas Collection
1429 S. 5th St., Waco, TX 76798
Established in 1923, The Texas Collection is a special library, archival research center, and the University Archive that collects, preserves, and provides access to materials documenting the history, heritage and culture of Texas for the Baylor community and the public.
13
Waco Hippodrome Theatre
724 Austin Ave, Waco, TX 76701-2020
The Historic Waco Hippodrome Theatre is back! Come enjoy delicious food and refreshing drinks as you sit back, relax, and watch your favorite films, live music, and performing arts. First opening on February 7, 1914, The Waco Hippodrome Theatre is a landmark in entertainment for the Waco community. After some tender-loving renovations, the Waco Hippodrome Theatre is open and busier than ever! Our dining room and bar/lounge area are open Mon-Fri for lunch and dinner, and we open at 10:00 am on Saturdays and Sundays to serve the best brunch in Downtown Waco.
14
Central Market
5750 E Lovers Ln, Dallas, TX 75206-2921
15
PanIQ Room Dallas
5302 Belt Line Rd, Dallas, TX 75254-7606
16
Children's Library and Learning Center
4800 W 10th St, Little Rock, AR 72204-1807
17
Mystery Mansion Escape Room
2122 S Broadway St, Little Rock, AR 72206-1356
Interactive Game of sleuthing intelligence. Bring your family, friends, or convention attendees for 60 minutes of sheer, heart pumping entertainment. Push your mind to its limits as you solve puzzles, find clues and crack codes to escape your fate. Great for team building, entertainment, date night and special occasions. Check out our website for details. Private bookings available. Hours Vary - Book online By Reservation Only. Children of any age are welcome to attend with family in a private room. For specific information, check out our FAQs on the website or feel free to call.
18
Robinson Center
Markham At Broadway, Little Rock, AR 72201
19
Blues Hall Juke Joint
174 Beale St, Memphis, TN 38103-3714
20
Cooper-Young Historic District
Cooper and Young Streets, Memphis, TN 38101
21
Tennessee State Museum
1000 Rosa L Parks Blvd, Nashville, TN 37208-2624
The Tennessee State Museum is located at the corner of Rosa L. Parks Blvd. and Jefferson Street at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. It is designed to bring history to life. It includes a “Tennessee Time Tunnel” chronicling the state’s rich history and leading visitors though the Museum’s permanent collection, a hands-on children’s gallery, six rotating galleries, a state-of-the art digital learning center and a two-story Grand Hall. Exhibitions include significant artifacts related to the state’s history, along with displays of art, furniture, textiles, and photographs produced by Tennesseans. The Museum's Civil War holdings of uniforms, battle flags and weapons are among the finest in the nation.There is no admission charge for visitors. Hours are subject to change. Please check our website at tnmuseum.org for the most up to date information on parking, exhibitions and events.
22
Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park
600 James Robertson Pkwy, Nashville, TN 37243-3081
This 19 acre park in the heart of Nashville serves as a monument to the bicentennial celebration of the State of Tennessee. This park offers plenty of opportunities to learn about the long history of Tennessee while having a great experience in a beautiful green space. More information on this park and many more can be found at the TN State Parks website.
23
Lane Motor Museum
702 Murfreesboro Pike, Nashville, TN 37210-4522
Lane Motor Museum in Nashville features the largest European collection of cars and motorcycles in the United States. Admission for adults aged 18-64 is $15; Admission for Youths aged 6-17 is $3; Admission for seniors 65+ is $10; Children under 5 are always free. There is plenty of FREE parking.
24
Angel's Envy Distillery
500 E Main Street, Louisville, KY 40202-1002
Built in the heart of Louisville, the ANGEL’S ENVY Distillery is downtown’s first fully operational whiskey production facility. Co-founded in 2010 by the late Master Distiller Lincoln Henderson, ANGEL’S ENVY began as a passion project that combined their family’s deep-rooted passion for and knowledge of the industry with an innovative outlook on bourbon making and finishing. ANGEL’S ENVY opened the doors in 2016 and puts you in the center of our distilling process for a unique tour experience.
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OVERVIEW

1
Start:McAllen's New Park & Spray Ground
McAllen, Texas·
4.5
(9) review
29th and Zinnia, McAllen, TX
2
Il Regalo Preferito
McAllen, Texas·
5.0
(9) review
2801 W Expressway 83, McAllen, TX 78503-8307
3
D-Novo Massage Studio
McAllen, Texas·
5.0
(8) review
We specialize in several massage therapy techniques and spa services. We are also happy to announce that we are the RGV's first Float Therapy Center! Let us bring balance to your body and peace to your mind. Feel Like New Again!
1200 S Main St Suite B, McAllen, TX 78501-5015
4
Mokara Spa
San Antonio, Texas·
5.0
(92) review
212 W Crockett St Mokara Hotel and Spa, San Antonio, TX 78205-2520
5
Paramour Roof Top Bar
San Antonio, Texas·
3.5
(93) review
102 9th St 4th Floor, San Antonio, TX 78215-1524
6
Extreme Escape
San Antonio, Texas·
5.0
(966) review
Extreme Escape San Antonio is the FIRST to offer four different themed escape experience. Mutiny and Trapped Below have broad appeal, including puzzle loving families and children ages 9 and above, while Undead and Master of Illusion are suitable for teenagers and adults looking for a thrill. We’ve incorporated multi-dimensional elements like life-sized props, special effects and even smells to make your “escape” amazing!
9995 W Interstate 10, San Antonio, TX 78230-2260
7
Santikos Palladium IMAX
San Antonio, Texas·
4.5
(96) review
17703 W Interstate 10, San Antonio, TX 78257-9529
8
Purrfecto Cat Lounge
Austin, Texas·
5.0
(97) review
We partner with local rescues to temporarily house cats. Book a CatXperience and be surrounded by love-able furrballs. You might find your next furry friend!
2300 S Lamar Boulevard Unit #104, Austin, TX
9
Saxon Pub
Austin, Texas·
4.5
(97) review
1320 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704-2387
10
Mindspark Adventures and Escape Games
Austin, Texas·
5.0
(99) review
Mind Spark is a fully interactive and immersive experience unlike anything else you can do in Austin, Texas. Up to 12 participants will be locked in a room, and they must use their minds and teamwork to figure out their escape. Clues and riddles hidden throughout the room provide the tools necessary to win the game and get out of the room. As the clock ticks down and the pressure mounts, can you stay calm, can you escape?
2632 Ridgepoint Dr, Austin, TX 78754-5210
11
Little Shop on Bosque
Waco, Texas·
3.5
(93) review
The Little Shop on Bosque is the original home of Magnolia Market and offers last chance and slightly damaged items at a discount. The shop is stocked with everything from florals to vases, apparel to gifts, and so much more. *Please note that all sales at our Little Shop on Bosque are final. You cannot receive a replacement or refund on any sales.
3801 Bosque Blvd, Waco, TX 76710-4931
12
The Texas Collection
Waco, Texas·
5.0
(9) review
Established in 1923, The Texas Collection is a special library, archival research center, and the University Archive that collects, preserves, and provides access to materials documenting the history, heritage and culture of Texas for the Baylor community and the public.
1429 S. 5th St., Waco, TX 76798
13
Waco Hippodrome Theatre
Waco, Texas·
4.0
(92) review
The Historic Waco Hippodrome Theatre is back! Come enjoy delicious food and refreshing drinks as you sit back, relax, and watch your favorite films, live music, and performing arts. First opening on February 7, 1914, The Waco Hippodrome Theatre is a landmark in entertainment for the Waco community. After some tender-loving renovations, the Waco Hippodrome Theatre is open and busier than ever! Our dining room and bar/lounge area are open Mon-Fri for lunch and dinner, and we open at 10:00 am on Saturdays and Sundays to serve the best brunch in Downtown Waco.
724 Austin Ave, Waco, TX 76701-2020
14
Central Market
Dallas, Texas·
4.5
(99) review
5750 E Lovers Ln, Dallas, TX 75206-2921
15
PanIQ Room Dallas
Dallas, Texas·
4.5
(99) review
5302 Belt Line Rd, Dallas, TX 75254-7606
16
Children's Library and Learning Center
Little Rock, Arkansas·
4.5
(9) review
4800 W 10th St, Little Rock, AR 72204-1807
17
Mystery Mansion Escape Room
Little Rock, Arkansas·
5.0
(901) review
Interactive Game of sleuthing intelligence. Bring your family, friends, or convention attendees for 60 minutes of sheer, heart pumping entertainment. Push your mind to its limits as you solve puzzles, find clues and crack codes to escape your fate. Great for team building, entertainment, date night and special occasions. Check out our website for details. Private bookings available. Hours Vary - Book online By Reservation Only. Children of any age are welcome to attend with family in a private room. For specific information, check out our FAQs on the website or feel free to call.
2122 S Broadway St, Little Rock, AR 72206-1356
18
Robinson Center
Little Rock, Arkansas·
4.5
(99) review
Markham At Broadway, Little Rock, AR 72201
19
Blues Hall Juke Joint
Memphis, Tennessee·
4.5
(97) review
174 Beale St, Memphis, TN 38103-3714
20
Cooper-Young Historic District
Memphis, Tennessee·
4.0
(97) review
Cooper and Young Streets, Memphis, TN 38101
21
Tennessee State Museum
Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee·
4.5
(997) review
The Tennessee State Museum is located at the corner of Rosa L. Parks Blvd. and Jefferson Street at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. It is designed to bring history to life. It includes a “Tennessee Time Tunnel” chronicling the state’s rich history and leading visitors though the Museum’s permanent collection, a hands-on children’s gallery, six rotating galleries, a state-of-the art digital learning center and a two-story Grand Hall. Exhibitions include significant artifacts related to the state’s history, along with displays of art, furniture, textiles, and photographs produced by Tennesseans. The Museum's Civil War holdings of uniforms, battle flags and weapons are among the finest in the nation.There is no admission charge for visitors. Hours are subject to change. Please check our website at tnmuseum.org for the most up to date information on parking, exhibitions and events.
1000 Rosa L Parks Blvd, Nashville, TN 37208-2624
22
Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park
Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee·
4.5
(969) review
This 19 acre park in the heart of Nashville serves as a monument to the bicentennial celebration of the State of Tennessee. This park offers plenty of opportunities to learn about the long history of Tennessee while having a great experience in a beautiful green space. More information on this park and many more can be found at the TN State Parks website.
600 James Robertson Pkwy, Nashville, TN 37243-3081
23
Lane Motor Museum
Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee·
4.5
(971) review
Lane Motor Museum in Nashville features the largest European collection of cars and motorcycles in the United States. Admission for adults aged 18-64 is $15; Admission for Youths aged 6-17 is $3; Admission for seniors 65+ is $10; Children under 5 are always free. There is plenty of FREE parking.
702 Murfreesboro Pike, Nashville, TN 37210-4522
24
Angel's Envy Distillery
Louisville, Kentucky·
4.5
(967) review
Built in the heart of Louisville, the ANGEL’S ENVY Distillery is downtown’s first fully operational whiskey production facility. Co-founded in 2010 by the late Master Distiller Lincoln Henderson, ANGEL’S ENVY began as a passion project that combined their family’s deep-rooted passion for and knowledge of the industry with an innovative outlook on bourbon making and finishing. ANGEL’S ENVY opened the doors in 2016 and puts you in the center of our distilling process for a unique tour experience.
500 E Main Street, Louisville, KY 40202-1002

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What's the driving distance between McAllen and Dayton?
The distance is 1,505 miles
What's the travel time between McAllen and Dayton?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 26h 56m mins in normal traffic
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