Road trip from Akron to Elk Grove
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ITINERARY
41h 47m2,411 miles49 stops
1
Gorge Metro Park
2
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
3
Mohican Adventures
4
Willistead Manor
5
Kelsey Museum of Archaeology
The Kelsey Museum houses a collection of nearly 100,000 objects from the civilizations of the Mediterranean.
6
Allen County War Memorial Coliseum
7
Shedd Aquarium
Get ready for unforgettable encounters with belugas and bluegills, stingrays and sturgeons, sea stars and sea otters — and so many more animals from aquatic environments around the world! See penguins fly through chilly waters, spot sleek sharks cruising overhead and count the suckers on an octopus’ legs. At Shedd, you can look nature in the eye, investigate and discover. Get ready for beauty that surprises, mesmerizes, inspires and moves you!
8
Wrigley Field
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the legendary home of the Chicago Cubs with Wrigley Field Tours. Built in 1914, this must-see Chicago attraction houses more than 100 years of history. New this year, fans can join us on a non-gameday Ivy Tour which includes the opportunity to take a photo in front of Wrigley Field’s historic ivy wall.
9
Riverside Drive Promenade
10
Lakeside Legacy Arts Park
Dole Mansion, you can step back to a simpler time to explore the craftsmanship and unexpected brilliance of a Civil War-era architectural masterpiece – the historic Dole Mansion. Our 12-acre park is an inspirational location to stimulate the senses. Learn to paint, take a culinary class, play an instrument, draw, hold a meeting or host an event! There is a lot to experience at the Arts Park!
11
Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail
12
PJ's Courthouse Tavern
13
Blumen Gardens
14
Ski's All American Pub
15
Community Park
16
Constitution Trail
17
Family Museum of Arts and Science
Exploration is encouraged at this museum.
18
Old Fort Madison
19
Coralville Lake visitor center
20
Black's Gaslight Village
21
Here's What's Poppin
22
The Pour House
23
Airpower Museum
Wonderful collection of 1920s and 30s airplanes.
24
Annelise Winery
25
Brenton Skating Plaza
26
Fitness Sports
Iowa's first Specialty Running & Walking store with a emphasis on personal service. Ou r stone motto is "Where You have the Right to B-Fit". Est. in 1984.
27
Hot Shops Art Center
28
Hollywood Candy
Hollywood Candy is a giant candy store proudly serving Omaha’s Old Market since 2007. We offer a large selection of housemate chocolate candy including our chocolate covered bacon, chocolate potato chips, candy cookie pops and our famous Peanut Butter Surprise. We have all flavors or Jelly Belly jelly beans and a large selection of M&M’s. We offer the largest selection of bulk candy in the area including hard to find retro brands, favorite brands like Hershey’s and Oreo, rock candy, gummies, sour candy, and lollipops. Our Soda Shoppe offers over 200 varieties of familiar and unique soda brands. We have the largest collection of PEZ dispensers for everyone to enjoy plus a large assortment for sale.
29
Fun Plex
30
Fort Kearny State Historical Park
31
Yanney Heritage Park
This city park is loaded with features which are free to the public including trails, labyrinth, gardens, lake, splash pads (summer only) and playgrounds. There is a Senior Center that has activities and lunch (for a fee). During the summer months, there is a concessions stand and rentals available (for a fee). There are two air-conditioned facilities to rent for gatherings (for a fee). Great place to relax, play, walk, explore, fish, kayak, picnic, meet and much more! For more information about rentals, contact the City Park and Rec office at 308-237-4644. To donate to the park, contact the Yanney Heritage Park Foundation office at 308-237-7095.
32
The Platte Bar
33
The International Church of Cannabis
Immerse yourself in a world of illumination during our world famous guided meditation/laser light show in Denver. Get swept away seven days a week as the vibrant experience is easy to fit into any schedule and perfect for all ages. After the show, be sure to check out the arcade, gallery, theater, art garden, and media room featuring over 10,000 video games on free play.
34
Sugar House Park
Once the site of Utah Territorial Prison, this park is a lot more pleasant today, with a gently rolling landscape great for running.
35
South Fork State Recreation Area
36
Wide Open Reno
Wide Open Reno experience pushes the envelope of an adventure based vacation. Much more than a simple racing school or guided low-speed tour, our exclusive open-wheel tour cars provide our guests with the performance and safety of a modern desert racer, but are comfortable enough for anyone to drive. Seasoned guides lead you through the entire journey.
37
Mccarran Bridge
38
Galaxy Luxury+
39
Incline Beach
40
Old Sacramento Schoolhouse Museum
41
Funderland Amusement Park
Historic Funderland Amusement Park is now open for its 2024 78th Anniversary season! First opened in 1946, Funderland continues to delight generations of Northern California families. Located on two lovely acres in Sacramento's beautiful 100+ year-old William Land Park, Funderland features ten child-sized amusement rides and attractions (nine of which children can also share and ride with their parents and grandparents!), four fun photo ops (perfect for family group shots!), a FunderTreats concession stand featuring delicious food, amusement park treats, and drinks, and plenty of big, mature shade trees! Funderland offers families a delightful day outside in welcoming and comfortable surroundings, and is also the perfect place to have your next birthday party, fundraiser, group, or corporate event! Parking is always free, and Funderland's one-price Gate Admission gives guests of all ages both entry to the park AND unlimited rides for the entire day!
42
Levi's Stadium
43
Rodin Sculpture Garden
44
Angel Island State Park
The largest island in San Francisco Bay features magnificent views of Marin County and San Francisco, while offering a wide variety of recreation for outdoor enthusiasts.
45
Powell and Market Cable Car Turnaround
46
The Castro
47
Pulgas Water Temple
48
Baker Beach
Mile-long Baker Beach lies at the foot of rugged serpentine cliffs west of the Golden Gate. Large waves, undertow and rip currents make the beach unsafe for swimming, but it provides panoramic views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Marin Headlands and Lands End. You can fish or check out the shorelife along the beach and rocky shoreline. Restrooms and picnic tables are nearby.
49
Golden Gate Park
The third most visited park in the United States, this green urban space has plenty of gardens, wildlife, museums, and art to enjoy.
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OVERVIEW
Akron to Elk Grove
1
Start:Gorge Metro Park
Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio·
4.5
(99) review
1160 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls, OH
2
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
3
Start:Mohican Adventures
Loudonville, Ohio·
4.0
(98) review
State Route 3 South, Loudonville, OH 44842
4
Start:Willistead Manor
Windsor, Ontario·
4.5
(98) review
1899 Niagara St, Windsor, Ontario N8Y 1K3 Canada
5
Start:Kelsey Museum of Archaeology
Ann Arbor, Michigan·
4.5
(99) review
The Kelsey Museum houses a collection of nearly 100,000 objects from the civilizations of the Mediterranean.
6
Start:Allen County War Memorial Coliseum
Fort Wayne, Indiana·
4.0
(99) review
4000 Parnell Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46805-1414
7
Start:Shedd Aquarium
Chicago, Illinois·
4.0
(9907) review
Get ready for unforgettable encounters with belugas and bluegills, stingrays and sturgeons, sea stars and sea otters — and so many more animals from aquatic environments around the world! See penguins fly through chilly waters, spot sleek sharks cruising overhead and count the suckers on an octopus’ legs. At Shedd, you can look nature in the eye, investigate and discover. Get ready for beauty that surprises, mesmerizes, inspires and moves you!
8
Start:Wrigley Field
Chicago, Illinois·
4.5
(9954) review
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the legendary home of the Chicago Cubs with Wrigley Field Tours. Built in 1914, this must-see Chicago attraction houses more than 100 years of history. New this year, fans can join us on a non-gameday Ivy Tour which includes the opportunity to take a photo in front of Wrigley Field’s historic ivy wall.
9
Start:Riverside Drive Promenade
Elgin, Illinois·
4.5
(9) review
0S-92S River Side Drive, Elgin, IL
10
Start:Lakeside Legacy Arts Park
Crystal Lake, Illinois·
4.5
(9) review
Dole Mansion, you can step back to a simpler time to explore the craftsmanship and unexpected brilliance of a Civil War-era architectural masterpiece – the historic Dole Mansion. Our 12-acre park is an inspirational location to stimulate the senses. Learn to paint, take a culinary class, play an instrument, draw, hold a meeting or host an event! There is a lot to experience at the Arts Park!
11
Start:Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail
LaSalle, Illinois·
4.0
(42) review
IL 351 and I&M Canal, LaSalle, IL 60450
12
Start:PJ's Courthouse Tavern
Sycamore, Illinois·
4.5
(26) review
202 W State St, Sycamore, IL 60178-1419
13
Start:Blumen Gardens
Sycamore, Illinois·
4.0
(1) review
403 Edward St, Sycamore, IL 60178-2117
14
Start:Ski's All American Pub
Sycamore, Illinois·
4.0
(23) review
1001 W State St, Sycamore, IL 60178-1336
15
Start:Community Park
Delavan, Wisconsin·
4.0
(5) review
1220 S Shore Dr, Delavan, WI 53115-3629
16
Start:Constitution Trail
Bloomington, Bloomington-Normal, Illinois·
4.5
(95) review
Bloomington, Bloomington-Normal, IL
17
Start:Family Museum of Arts and Science
Bettendorf, Iowa·
4.5
(95) review
Exploration is encouraged at this museum.
18
Start:Old Fort Madison
Fort Madison, Iowa·
4.0
(77) review
Riverview Park & Hwy 61, Fort Madison, IA
19
Start:Coralville Lake visitor center
Iowa City, Iowa·
4.0
(8) review
2850 Prairie Du Chien Rd NE Follow Signs, Iowa City, IA 52240-7820
20
Start:Black's Gaslight Village
Iowa City, Iowa·
3.0
(8) review
422 Brown St, Iowa City, IA 52245-5859
21
Start:Here's What's Poppin
Cedar Falls, Iowa·
4.5
(8) review
220 Main St, Cedar Falls, IA 50613-2736
22
Start:The Pour House
Waverly, Iowa·
5.0
(9) review
111 E Bremer Ave, Waverly, IA 50677-3433
23
Start:Airpower Museum
Ottumwa, Iowa·
4.5
(9) review
Wonderful collection of 1920s and 30s airplanes.
24
Start:Annelise Winery
Indianola, Iowa·
4.5
(9) review
15110 Highway 92, Indianola, IA 50125-8459
25
Start:Brenton Skating Plaza
Des Moines, Iowa·
4.5
(9) review
520 Robert D Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA 50309-1824
26
Start:Fitness Sports
Des Moines, Iowa·
5.0
(9) review
Iowa's first Specialty Running & Walking store with a emphasis on personal service. Ou r stone motto is "Where You have the Right to B-Fit". Est. in 1984.
27
Start:Hot Shops Art Center
Omaha, Nebraska·
4.5
(96) review
13th & Nicholas, Omaha, NE 68102
28
Start:Hollywood Candy
Omaha, Nebraska·
4.0
(99) review
Hollywood Candy is a giant candy store proudly serving Omaha’s Old Market since 2007. We offer a large selection of housemate chocolate candy including our chocolate covered bacon, chocolate potato chips, candy cookie pops and our famous Peanut Butter Surprise. We have all flavors or Jelly Belly jelly beans and a large selection of M&M’s. We offer the largest selection of bulk candy in the area including hard to find retro brands, favorite brands like Hershey’s and Oreo, rock candy, gummies, sour candy, and lollipops. Our Soda Shoppe offers over 200 varieties of familiar and unique soda brands. We have the largest collection of PEZ dispensers for everyone to enjoy plus a large assortment for sale.
29
Start:Fun Plex
Omaha, Nebraska·
3.5
(92) review
7003 Q St, Omaha, NE 68117-1649
30
Start:Fort Kearny State Historical Park
Kearney, Nebraska·
4.0
(99) review
1020 V Rd, Kearney, NE 68847-8043
31
Start:Yanney Heritage Park
Kearney, Nebraska·
5.0
(90) review
This city park is loaded with features which are free to the public including trails, labyrinth, gardens, lake, splash pads (summer only) and playgrounds. There is a Senior Center that has activities and lunch (for a fee). During the summer months, there is a concessions stand and rentals available (for a fee). There are two air-conditioned facilities to rent for gatherings (for a fee). Great place to relax, play, walk, explore, fish, kayak, picnic, meet and much more! For more information about rentals, contact the City Park and Rec office at 308-237-4644. To donate to the park, contact the Yanney Heritage Park Foundation office at 308-237-7095.
32
Start:The Platte Bar
North Platte, Nebraska·
5.0
(9) review
119 W 6th St, North Platte, NE 69101-7024
33
Start:The International Church of Cannabis
Denver, Colorado·
5.0
(992) review
Immerse yourself in a world of illumination during our world famous guided meditation/laser light show in Denver. Get swept away seven days a week as the vibrant experience is easy to fit into any schedule and perfect for all ages. After the show, be sure to check out the arcade, gallery, theater, art garden, and media room featuring over 10,000 video games on free play.
34
Start:Sugar House Park
Salt Lake City, Utah·
4.5
(99) review
Once the site of Utah Territorial Prison, this park is a lot more pleasant today, with a gently rolling landscape great for running.
35
Start:South Fork State Recreation Area
Spring Creek, Nevada·
3.5
(2) review
353 Lower South Frk Suite 8, Spring Creek, NV 89815-9778
36
Start:Wide Open Reno
Sparks, Nevada·
4.5
(7) review
Wide Open Reno experience pushes the envelope of an adventure based vacation. Much more than a simple racing school or guided low-speed tour, our exclusive open-wheel tour cars provide our guests with the performance and safety of a modern desert racer, but are comfortable enough for anyone to drive. Seasoned guides lead you through the entire journey.
37
Start:Mccarran Bridge
Sparks, Nevada·
4.0
(9) review
McCarran & Truckee River, Sparks, NV
38
Start:Galaxy Luxury+
Sparks, Nevada·
4.5
(97) review
1170 Scheels Dr, Sparks, NV 89434-4404
39
Start:Incline Beach
Incline Village, Lake Tahoe (Nevada), Nevada·
4.0
(97) review
Lakeshore Blvd, Incline Village, NV
40
Start:Old Sacramento Schoolhouse Museum
Sacramento, California·
4.0
(98) review
1200 Front St, Sacramento, CA 95814-3247
41
Start:Funderland Amusement Park
Sacramento, California·
4.0
(99) review
Historic Funderland Amusement Park is now open for its 2024 78th Anniversary season! First opened in 1946, Funderland continues to delight generations of Northern California families. Located on two lovely acres in Sacramento's beautiful 100+ year-old William Land Park, Funderland features ten child-sized amusement rides and attractions (nine of which children can also share and ride with their parents and grandparents!), four fun photo ops (perfect for family group shots!), a FunderTreats concession stand featuring delicious food, amusement park treats, and drinks, and plenty of big, mature shade trees! Funderland offers families a delightful day outside in welcoming and comfortable surroundings, and is also the perfect place to have your next birthday party, fundraiser, group, or corporate event! Parking is always free, and Funderland's one-price Gate Admission gives guests of all ages both entry to the park AND unlimited rides for the entire day!
42
Start:Levi's Stadium
Santa Clara, California·
4.0
(985) review
4900 Marie P Debartolo Way, Santa Clara, CA 95054-1100
43
Start:Rodin Sculpture Garden
Stanford, California·
4.5
(93) review
Museum Way, Cantor Arts Museum, Stanford University, Stanford, CA
44
Start:Angel Island State Park
San Francisco, California·
4.5
(990) review
The largest island in San Francisco Bay features magnificent views of Marin County and San Francisco, while offering a wide variety of recreation for outdoor enthusiasts.
45
Start:Powell and Market Cable Car Turnaround
San Francisco, California·
4.0
(992) review
Powell and Market Streets, San Francisco, CA 94102
46
Start:The Castro
San Francisco, California·
4.0
(974) review
Castro and Market Sts., San Francisco, CA 94114
47
Start:Pulgas Water Temple
Redwood City, California·
4.0
(95) review
56 Canada Rd, Redwood City, CA 94062-4144
48
Start:Baker Beach
San Francisco, California·
4.5
(970) review
Mile-long Baker Beach lies at the foot of rugged serpentine cliffs west of the Golden Gate. Large waves, undertow and rip currents make the beach unsafe for swimming, but it provides panoramic views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Marin Headlands and Lands End. You can fish or check out the shorelife along the beach and rocky shoreline. Restrooms and picnic tables are nearby.
49
Start:Golden Gate Park
San Francisco, California·
4.5
(9632) review
The third most visited park in the United States, this green urban space has plenty of gardens, wildlife, museums, and art to enjoy.
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What's the driving distance between Akron and Elk Grove?
The distance is 2,411 miles
What's the travel time between Akron and Elk Grove?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 41h 47m mins in normal traffic
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Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to Elk Grove?
There are plenty! Here are some stops you shouldn’t miss on your way to Elk Grove
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The weather in Elk Grove is generally mild year-round, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. See the links below for more information
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