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ITINERARY
4h 6m213 miles42 stops
1
Lock 3
2
The Bomb Shelter
3
Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens is open for tours Tues.-Sun from April 1 - Dec. 30; it is closed on Mondays. The historic estate includes a 64,500 sq. ft. Manor House, historic gardens and grounds. Hours change the day after Thanksgiving through 12/30 for the holiday event, DECK THE HALL. Visit stanhywet.org for complete info. Completed in 1915, Stan Hywet Hall was built for the family of F.A. Seiberling, co-founder of The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company. It was named Stan Hywet, Old English for stone quarry, after the property’s most prominent natural feature. The 65-room Manor House is one of the finest examples of Tudor Revival architecture in America, and the sixth largest home open to the public. The Gate Lodge at the entrance to the estate has its own historic significance. In 1935, two admitted alcoholics met there and talked long into the night, when the principles that still serve as the cornerstone of Alcoholics Anonymous were identified.
4
Tallmadge Church Historic Site
5
Gorge Metro Park
6
Regal Interstate Park Stadium 18
7
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park
Urban Air Adventure Park is much more than a trampoline park. If you're looking for the best year-round indoor attractions in the Akron area, Urban Air is the perfect place. With new adventures behind every corner, we are the ultimate indoor playground
8
Portage Lakes State Park
9
Blue Sky Drive-In Theater
10
Wadsworth Brewing Company
11
Kolony Bowl
12
Filia Cellars
13
Wayne County Historical Society & Museum
14
JAFB Wooster Brewery
Wooster's hometown microbrewery serving fresh, handcrafted, award-winning American Beer. Our rotating beer offerings are inspired by American, Belgian, German, British and New World styles so there is always something for everyone. We do not have food on premise, but check our social media for the upcoming Food Truck schedule, or BYOF (bring your own food).
15
Minglewood Distilling Co
Guided tour of the distillery located in the historic Minglewood Coal and Ice building. Tour includes a tasting flight.
16
JK Gift Shop Wooster
Owners and sisters Julie McNabb and Katie Heinz want you to have a fun experience as soon as you step foot into their gift shop. It has a mix of unique and witty merchandise and a great selection of on- trend fashion and home accessories. In the heart of Downtown Wooster within walking distance to many Locally owned restaurants and other great Gift Shops.
17
Friendtique
18
The Ohio State Reformatory
Built in 1886 for young offenders, this castle-like prison is now listed on the national register of historic places and offers self-guided and guided tours.
19
Mansfield Fire Museum And Educational Center
20
The Blueberry Patch
21
Ohio Bird Sanctuary
The Sanctuary's living museum is home to over 30 different species of native songbirds and raptors, that due to an injury can no longer survive in the wild. These birds permanently reside at that Sanctuary as ambassadors for their species. All live bird displays are outside and wheelchair and stroller accessible. Parking is limited. Please do not park along the entrance drive or on Orweiler Road. An admission fee to enter the bird display area supports the care of our birds. $3/ child (under 2 years free) and $5/adult (16 years and over) $3 for military and individuals residing in assisted living centers. No entry or hiking the trails before or after open hours (Open: Tues-Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 12 noon-4pm)
22
Fox Winery
23
Crawford County Art Center
The non-profit Crawford County Art Center in Bucyrus, Ohio includes a retail art gallery and classroom space. Our goal is to educate, nurture, and develop the arts in the areas we serve. Our gallery is free and open to the public to view and our classes are free or low-cost.
24
The Pickwick Place
The Pickwick Place is a set of historical brick barns and surrounding farmland, turned shopping center, event venue, and restaurant. Join us throughout the year for agritourism events, U-pick fruit and flowers, seasonal shopping, and something scrumptious to eat.
25
Children's Museum of Findlay
26
Port Royal Cigars
27
Findlay Brewing
We are Findlay Brewing Company, a brewery & taproom in downtown Findlay Ohio. We offer a variety of beer styles, beer garden & kitchen. Our Brilliant Blonde is a favorite go to beer for many of our customers, and we offer it year round. Ohio Weather, a cinnamon vanilla porter, is another crowd favorite you can get during the cooler months of the year. Whether you are looking for a cloudy IPA or a dark rich stout, our goal is to create beer that can be enjoyed and celebrated by all. That is our mission, to use our passion for brewing, to craft quirky and traditional beer, for people to enjoy. Crafty beers for awesome people.
28
Logan's Irish Pub
29
Jeffrey's Antique Gallery
30
Kekionga Cider Company
31
AMC Fort Wayne 20
32
Peanuts Food and Spirits
33
Lakeside Park & Rose Garden
34
Allen County War Memorial Coliseum
35
Fort Wayne Museum of Art
At FWMoA, you will find exhibitions of American fine and decorative art ranging from the 19th century to contemporary art, including exhibitions exploring the cross-cultural connections between artwork and artists from diverse ethnic and national backgrounds. You also will find a lending library with over 8,000 art and culture volumes and periodicals for public use, a hands-on learning environment for young children, and a Print and Drawing Study Center available for first-hand study of our vast collection of works on paper. Additionally, the Paradigm Gallery gift shop features the art and fine craft of over 75 regional and national artists working in a variety of media.
36
Combat Ops Entertainment
Combat Ops Entertainment is a 33,000+ square foot multi-attraction facility that is new, clean, modern and fun for the whole family! It offers over 10,000 square feet of mission-based laser tag arena, a 3500 square foot archery tag & NERF-style tag arena, 4 lanes of mini/duckpin bowling, 2 full-size axe throwing courts, a 3600 square foot arcade full of awesome prizes, an outdoor 9-hole mini golf course, a laser maze, and a Cafe that serves beer, pizza by the slice, burgers, chicken wings, and other favorite prepared snack foods. Our outdoor pavillion (1600 square feet) also features 4 outdoor axe throwing courts as well as other fun outdoor activities! We are an excellent venue for birthday parties, corporate groups & events, church groups, youth groups, team building, family outings, fundraisers, bachelor(ette) parties or any fun get together! Ready! Aim. Play!
37
Fast track racing
38
Crazy pinz
39
Pro Bowl West
40
Brookwood Golf Club
41
Hysterium Escapes
A variety of rooms: Date Night-Missing Starlet, for 1 or 2 couples, Serial Killer Sleuth for 4-8 people in our signature room transformed into the escape room it is a little creepy and fun, too. Secret Agent 22 appeals to groups of friends & company activities, facilitated with Team Process. 2 rooms set up same so teams can compete. Only we offer Team Process taking it beyond a simple outing.
42
The Olive Twist, Inc.
The Olive Twist has become a popular culinary destination in Northeast Indiana. Offering cooking classes, demonstrations and a variety of recipes to showcase its high-quality products, The Olive Twist has become particularly attractive to area food lovers, culinary enthusiasts, and health- and wellness-oriented consumers who have discriminating tastes. Located in Covington Plaza, Fort Wayne and downtown Auburn, Indiana, specializing in merging the robust complexity of today's gourmet cuisine with the simplicity of old world taste.
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OVERVIEW
Akron to Fort Wayne
1
Start:Lock 3
Akron, Ohio·
4.5
(98) review
200 S Main St, Akron, OH 44308-1315
2
Start:The Bomb Shelter
Akron, Ohio·
3.5
(9) review
923 Bank St, Akron, OH 44305-2370
3
Start:Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
Akron, Ohio·
5.0
(841) review
Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens is open for tours Tues.-Sun from April 1 - Dec. 30; it is closed on Mondays. The historic estate includes a 64,500 sq. ft. Manor House, historic gardens and grounds. Hours change the day after Thanksgiving through 12/30 for the holiday event, DECK THE HALL. Visit stanhywet.org for complete info. Completed in 1915, Stan Hywet Hall was built for the family of F.A. Seiberling, co-founder of The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company. It was named Stan Hywet, Old English for stone quarry, after the property’s most prominent natural feature. The 65-room Manor House is one of the finest examples of Tudor Revival architecture in America, and the sixth largest home open to the public. The Gate Lodge at the entrance to the estate has its own historic significance. In 1935, two admitted alcoholics met there and talked long into the night, when the principles that still serve as the cornerstone of Alcoholics Anonymous were identified.
4
Start:Tallmadge Church Historic Site
Tallmadge, Ohio·
5.0
(9) review
115 Tallmadge Cir, Tallmadge, OH 44278-2346
5
Start:Gorge Metro Park
Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio·
4.5
(99) review
1160 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls, OH
6
Start:Regal Interstate Park Stadium 18
Akron, Ohio·
3.5
(9) review
1089 Interstate Pkwy, Akron, OH 44312-5289
7
Start:Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park
Akron, Ohio·
3.5
(3) review
Urban Air Adventure Park is much more than a trampoline park. If you're looking for the best year-round indoor attractions in the Akron area, Urban Air is the perfect place. With new adventures behind every corner, we are the ultimate indoor playground
8
Start:Portage Lakes State Park
Akron, Ohio·
4.0
(21) review
5031 Manchester Rd, Akron, OH 44319-3909
9
Start:Blue Sky Drive-In Theater
Wadsworth, Ohio·
4.5
(14) review
959 Broad St, Wadsworth, OH 44281-9406
10
Start:Wadsworth Brewing Company
Wadsworth, Ohio·
4.5
(21) review
126 Main St, Wadsworth, OH 44281-1432
11
Start:Kolony Bowl
Wadsworth, Ohio·
5.0
(2) review
456 College St, Wadsworth, OH 44281-1180
12
Start:Filia Cellars
Wadsworth, Ohio·
4.5
(35) review
3059 Greenwich Rd, Wadsworth, OH 44281-9516
13
Start:Wayne County Historical Society & Museum
Wooster, Ohio·
5.0
(7) review
546 E Bowman St, Wooster, OH 44691-3110
14
Start:JAFB Wooster Brewery
Wooster, Ohio·
4.5
(83) review
Wooster's hometown microbrewery serving fresh, handcrafted, award-winning American Beer. Our rotating beer offerings are inspired by American, Belgian, German, British and New World styles so there is always something for everyone. We do not have food on premise, but check our social media for the upcoming Food Truck schedule, or BYOF (bring your own food).
15
Start:Minglewood Distilling Co
Wooster, Ohio·
5.0
(6) review
Guided tour of the distillery located in the historic Minglewood Coal and Ice building. Tour includes a tasting flight.
16
Start:JK Gift Shop Wooster
Wooster, Ohio·
5.0
(5) review
Owners and sisters Julie McNabb and Katie Heinz want you to have a fun experience as soon as you step foot into their gift shop. It has a mix of unique and witty merchandise and a great selection of on- trend fashion and home accessories. In the heart of Downtown Wooster within walking distance to many Locally owned restaurants and other great Gift Shops.
17
Start:Friendtique
Wooster, Ohio·
5.0
(9) review
223 W Liberty St, Wooster, OH 44691-4871
18
Start:The Ohio State Reformatory
Mansfield, Ohio·
4.5
(850) review
Built in 1886 for young offenders, this castle-like prison is now listed on the national register of historic places and offers self-guided and guided tours.
19
Start:Mansfield Fire Museum And Educational Center
Mansfield, Ohio·
4.5
(9) review
1265 W 4th St, Mansfield, OH 44906-1827
20
Start:The Blueberry Patch
Mansfield, Ohio·
4.0
(83) review
1285 Hanley Rd W Just 2.2 Miles off I-71 at Exit 169, Mansfield, OH 44904-1523
21
Start:Ohio Bird Sanctuary
Mansfield, Ohio·
4.5
(96) review
The Sanctuary's living museum is home to over 30 different species of native songbirds and raptors, that due to an injury can no longer survive in the wild. These birds permanently reside at that Sanctuary as ambassadors for their species. All live bird displays are outside and wheelchair and stroller accessible. Parking is limited. Please do not park along the entrance drive or on Orweiler Road. An admission fee to enter the bird display area supports the care of our birds. $3/ child (under 2 years free) and $5/adult (16 years and over) $3 for military and individuals residing in assisted living centers. No entry or hiking the trails before or after open hours (Open: Tues-Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 12 noon-4pm)
22
Start:Fox Winery
Galion, Ohio·
4.5
(4) review
227 Harding Way E East of the square 2 blocks on South side of street, Galion, OH 44833-2002
23
Start:Crawford County Art Center
Bucyrus, Ohio·
5.0
(3) review
The non-profit Crawford County Art Center in Bucyrus, Ohio includes a retail art gallery and classroom space. Our goal is to educate, nurture, and develop the arts in the areas we serve. Our gallery is free and open to the public to view and our classes are free or low-cost.
24
Start:The Pickwick Place
Bucyrus, Ohio·
5.0
(5) review
The Pickwick Place is a set of historical brick barns and surrounding farmland, turned shopping center, event venue, and restaurant. Join us throughout the year for agritourism events, U-pick fruit and flowers, seasonal shopping, and something scrumptious to eat.
25
Start:Children's Museum of Findlay
Findlay, Ohio·
4.5
(9) review
1800 Tiffin Ave Suite 201, Findlay, OH 45840-6789
26
Start:Port Royal Cigars
Findlay, Ohio·
5.0
(7) review
1691 Tiffin Ave, Findlay, OH 45840-6848
27
Start:Findlay Brewing
Findlay, Ohio·
4.5
(61) review
We are Findlay Brewing Company, a brewery & taproom in downtown Findlay Ohio. We offer a variety of beer styles, beer garden & kitchen. Our Brilliant Blonde is a favorite go to beer for many of our customers, and we offer it year round. Ohio Weather, a cinnamon vanilla porter, is another crowd favorite you can get during the cooler months of the year. Whether you are looking for a cloudy IPA or a dark rich stout, our goal is to create beer that can be enjoyed and celebrated by all. That is our mission, to use our passion for brewing, to craft quirky and traditional beer, for people to enjoy. Crafty beers for awesome people.
28
Start:Logan's Irish Pub
Findlay, Ohio·
4.5
(7) review
414 S Main St, Findlay, OH 45840-3214
29
Start:Jeffrey's Antique Gallery
Findlay, Ohio·
4.5
(50) review
11326 County Road 99, Findlay, OH 45840-9603
30
Start:Kekionga Cider Company
Fort Wayne, Indiana·
4.5
(9) review
7328 Maysville Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46815-8116
31
Start:AMC Fort Wayne 20
Fort Wayne, Indiana·
2.0
(7) review
3930 E Dupont Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46825-2448
32
Start:Peanuts Food and Spirits
Fort Wayne, Indiana·
3.5
(7) review
5731 Saint Joe Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46835-2044
33
Start:Lakeside Park & Rose Garden
Fort Wayne, Indiana·
4.5
(96) review
1401 Lake Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46805
34
Start:Allen County War Memorial Coliseum
Fort Wayne, Indiana·
4.0
(99) review
4000 Parnell Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46805-1414
35
Start:Fort Wayne Museum of Art
Fort Wayne, Indiana·
4.0
(85) review
At FWMoA, you will find exhibitions of American fine and decorative art ranging from the 19th century to contemporary art, including exhibitions exploring the cross-cultural connections between artwork and artists from diverse ethnic and national backgrounds. You also will find a lending library with over 8,000 art and culture volumes and periodicals for public use, a hands-on learning environment for young children, and a Print and Drawing Study Center available for first-hand study of our vast collection of works on paper. Additionally, the Paradigm Gallery gift shop features the art and fine craft of over 75 regional and national artists working in a variety of media.
36
Start:Combat Ops Entertainment
Fort Wayne, Indiana·
5.0
(8) review
Combat Ops Entertainment is a 33,000+ square foot multi-attraction facility that is new, clean, modern and fun for the whole family! It offers over 10,000 square feet of mission-based laser tag arena, a 3500 square foot archery tag & NERF-style tag arena, 4 lanes of mini/duckpin bowling, 2 full-size axe throwing courts, a 3600 square foot arcade full of awesome prizes, an outdoor 9-hole mini golf course, a laser maze, and a Cafe that serves beer, pizza by the slice, burgers, chicken wings, and other favorite prepared snack foods. Our outdoor pavillion (1600 square feet) also features 4 outdoor axe throwing courts as well as other fun outdoor activities! We are an excellent venue for birthday parties, corporate groups & events, church groups, youth groups, team building, family outings, fundraisers, bachelor(ette) parties or any fun get together! Ready! Aim. Play!
37
Start:Fast track racing
Fort Wayne, Indiana·
4.0
(8) review
605 W Coliseum Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46808-1215
38
Start:Crazy pinz
Fort Wayne, Indiana·
4.0
(54) review
1414 Northland Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46825-6578
39
Start:Pro Bowl West
Fort Wayne, Indiana·
4.0
(7) review
1455 Goshen Ave Gateway Shopping Center, Fort Wayne, IN 46808-2011
40
Start:Brookwood Golf Club
Fort Wayne, Indiana·
4.0
(8) review
10304 Bluffton Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46809-3027
41
Start:Hysterium Escapes
Fort Wayne, Indiana·
4.0
(52) review
A variety of rooms: Date Night-Missing Starlet, for 1 or 2 couples, Serial Killer Sleuth for 4-8 people in our signature room transformed into the escape room it is a little creepy and fun, too. Secret Agent 22 appeals to groups of friends & company activities, facilitated with Team Process. 2 rooms set up same so teams can compete. Only we offer Team Process taking it beyond a simple outing.
42
Start:The Olive Twist, Inc.
Fort Wayne, Indiana·
4.5
(6) review
The Olive Twist has become a popular culinary destination in Northeast Indiana. Offering cooking classes, demonstrations and a variety of recipes to showcase its high-quality products, The Olive Twist has become particularly attractive to area food lovers, culinary enthusiasts, and health- and wellness-oriented consumers who have discriminating tastes. Located in Covington Plaza, Fort Wayne and downtown Auburn, Indiana, specializing in merging the robust complexity of today's gourmet cuisine with the simplicity of old world taste.
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What's the driving distance between Akron and Fort Wayne?
The distance is 213 miles
What's the travel time between Akron and Fort Wayne?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 4h 6m mins in normal traffic
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The weather in Fort Wayne is generally mild year-round, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. See the links below for more information
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