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9h 23m488 miles43 stops
1
Bureau Of Engraving And Printing
Headquartered in D.C., this is where money is printed.
2
Washington D.C. Temple & Visitors' Center
The Washington D.C. Temple Visitors’ Center is open to the public Monday to Sunday from 10:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. and is a great place to learn more about Jesus Christ and feel His love. Interactive displays, beautiful art, and exciting events throughout the year are just a few of the many features of the visitors’ center. Please invite your friends and family to attend with you. Admission and parking are free.
3
Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center
4
AMC Worldgate 9
5
Escape Room Loudoun
An exciting new escape room establishment in Loudoun County! Escape Room activities are an exciting way to foster collaborative thinking and problem solving. Each group must work together to solve problems; ranging from small and simple, to complex and multi-part problems.
6
Iron Horse Antiques
7
ARTfactory
8
Shining Sol Candle Company
Shining Sol Candle Company (Manassas, Va.) takes great pride in our unique line of handmade, hand poured, wooden wick, all natural soy candles. Each candle is crafted in true artisan fashion, one at a time or small batched. We are proud to be 100% Made in America.
9
2 Silos Brewing Co
10
Hardywood Park Craft Brewery
11
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
12
Rockwood Park
13
General Grant's Headquarters at City Point
14
Weston Plantation
15
The Beacon Theater
16
Southpark Mall
Southpark Mall, located in Colonial Heights, VA, features Sears, JCPenney, GNC, The Children's Place and many specialty shops. While shopping, grab a bite at Knock Out Burgers or Picadilly Cafeteria.
17
Keystone Tractor Works
18
Horse Trailer Hideout
19
Blackstone Emporium, Inc.
20
South Hill Model Train Museum
21
Colonial Center for the Performing Arts
The Colonial Theatre has a very special place in the history of our community and in the lives of many of our residents. It has weathered many storms and economic crises, as well as years of neglect at various times throughout its history. The Colonial is one of the few remaining vaudeville theatres of its era in Virginia and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
22
Lost Treasurers
23
Museum of Life + Science
Located just blocks from downtown Durham, the Museum of Life and Science is one of North Carolina’s top family destinations. Situated on 84-acres, our interactive science park includes a two-story science center, one of the largest butterfly conservatories on the East Coast, and beautifully landscaped outdoor exhibits which are safe havens for rescued black bears, lemurs, and endangered red wolves. Other popular attractions include over 60 species of live animals, Dinosaur Trail, Ellerbe Creek Railway, Into the Mist, Hideaway Woods, and Earth Moves. The Museum of Life and Science is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
24
Boxcar Bar + Arcade
Boxcar Bar + Arcade is downtown Durham's ultimate arcade bar, boasting over 70 classic & modern arcade games including classic arcades, pinball, Skeeball, free-to-play console systems and more. We offer a full bar (including 24 rotating craft, American drafts) and our pizza kitchen offers a menu of fresh, made to order pizzas, salads and soft pretzels. Enjoy our covered patio seating area with outdoor games, live outdoor music on the weekends, free weekly tournaments, daily drink specials and so much more!
25
Durham Bulls Athletic Park
26
V & E Simonetti Historic Tuba Collection
We are the largest privately-held tuba museum in the world! The 300+ instruments in the Collection, currently housed in Durham, North Carolina, represent a cross section of the history and development of the various members of the tuba family, from its inception circa 1830 to the present.
27
Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area
28
Destination Downtown
29
BurMil Park
30
Center City Park
31
Forest Oaks Country Club
32
The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show - Greensboro, Nc
America’s largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner theatre show is now playing! Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it!
33
Celebration Station
Celebration Station Greensboro, NC offers both indoor and outdoor attractions, two story video arcade, and restaurant. Celebration Station serves pizza, steak burgers, chicken salad, wings, kid meal options, and more. Outside attractions include go-karts, bumper boats, miniature golf, and batting cages. Inside enjoy our two story arcade.
34
Salem Lake
35
High Point Community Theatre
High Point Community Theatre has been bringing quality live theater to the Traid since 1975.
36
Lam Museum of Anthropology, Wake Forest University
Discover North Carolina's only museum dedicated to the study of global cultures. Explore stories of humanity, from ancient archaeological sites to the celebrations and struggles of today. Learn about peoples around the world through their everyday and ceremonial objects, and visual arts. Changing exhibits highlight the Museum's collections of nearly 30,000 archaeological and ethnographic artifacts from more than 350 cultures and 90 countries. Admission is free.
37
Twin Deer Antique Mall & Design
38
Recreation Billiards
39
Holly Ridge Golf Links
Great golf, fantastic food, and superior service! Come and enjoy one of the premier 18 hole public golf courses in the piedmont-triad area of North Carolina. Located on highway 311 in Archdale, NC, we are 0.8miles from interstate 74, 5miles south of interstate 85, and 6miles north of highway 220. Ask about our cash discounts!
40
JDL Fast Track
41
Bojangles' Coliseum
Located in Charlotte, NC - Since 1955, Bojangles' Coliseum has hosted concerts, family shows, conferences, sports events, and Charlotte Checkers hockey.
42
President James K. Polk State Historic Site
This site is located on land once owned by the parents of James K. Polk, the 11th U.S. president. The state historic site commemorates significant events in the Polk administration: the Mexican-American War, settlement of the Oregon boundary dispute, and the annexation of California. Reconstructions of typical homestead buildings—a log house, separate kitchen, and barn—are authentically furnished. The visitor center features a film on Polk's life and exhibits on his family and tumultuous presidency.
43
Greenville Zoo
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OVERVIEW
Alexandria to Greenville
1
Start:Bureau Of Engraving And Printing
Washington DC, District of Columbia·
4.0
(965) review
Headquartered in D.C., this is where money is printed.
2
Start:Washington D.C. Temple & Visitors' Center
Kensington, Montgomery County, Maryland·
5.0
(97) review
The Washington D.C. Temple Visitors’ Center is open to the public Monday to Sunday from 10:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. and is a great place to learn more about Jesus Christ and feel His love. Interactive displays, beautiful art, and exciting events throughout the year are just a few of the many features of the visitors’ center. Please invite your friends and family to attend with you. Admission and parking are free.
3
Start:Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center
Potomac, Montgomery County, Maryland·
4.5
(96) review
11710 Macarthur Blvd, Potomac, MD 20854-1659
4
Start:AMC Worldgate 9
Herndon, Fairfax County, Virginia·
4.0
(98) review
13025 Worldgate Dr, Herndon, VA 20170-4374
5
Start:Escape Room Loudoun
Sterling, Loudoun County, Virginia·
4.5
(99) review
An exciting new escape room establishment in Loudoun County! Escape Room activities are an exciting way to foster collaborative thinking and problem solving. Each group must work together to solve problems; ranging from small and simple, to complex and multi-part problems.
6
Start:Iron Horse Antiques
Manassas, Prince William County, Virginia·
4.0
(9) review
9200 Prescott Ave, Manassas, VA 20110-5320
7
Start:ARTfactory
Manassas, Prince William County, Virginia·
4.0
(9) review
94119 Battle St., Manassas, VA 20110
8
Start:Shining Sol Candle Company
Manassas, Prince William County, Virginia·
5.0
(9) review
Shining Sol Candle Company (Manassas, Va.) takes great pride in our unique line of handmade, hand poured, wooden wick, all natural soy candles. Each candle is crafted in true artisan fashion, one at a time or small batched. We are proud to be 100% Made in America.
9
Start:2 Silos Brewing Co
Manassas, Prince William County, Virginia·
3.5
(93) review
9925 Discovery Blvd, Manassas, VA 20109-4000
10
Start:Hardywood Park Craft Brewery
Richmond, Virginia·
4.5
(93) review
2408 Ownby Ln, Richmond, VA 23220-1319
11
Start:St. Paul's Episcopal Church
Richmond, Virginia·
4.5
(94) review
815 E Grace St, Richmond, VA 23219-3409
12
Start:Rockwood Park
Richmond, Virginia·
5.0
(9) review
3401 Courthouse Rd, Richmond, VA 23236-1438
13
Start:General Grant's Headquarters at City Point
Hopewell, Virginia·
4.5
(91) review
1001 Pecan Ave, Hopewell, VA 23860-1532
14
Start:Weston Plantation
Hopewell, Virginia·
4.5
(38) review
400 Weston Ln, Hopewell, VA 23860-2218
15
Start:The Beacon Theater
Hopewell, Virginia·
4.5
(54) review
401 N Main St, Hopewell, VA 23860-2935
16
Start:Southpark Mall
Colonial Heights, Virginia·
3.0
(33) review
Southpark Mall, located in Colonial Heights, VA, features Sears, JCPenney, GNC, The Children's Place and many specialty shops. While shopping, grab a bite at Knock Out Burgers or Picadilly Cafeteria.
17
Start:Keystone Tractor Works
Colonial Heights, Virginia·
5.0
(92) review
880 W Roslyn Rd, Colonial Heights, VA 23834-3547
18
Start:Horse Trailer Hideout
Las Vegas, Nevada·
4.5
(6) review
1506 S Main St, Las Vegas, NV 89104-1122
19
Start:Blackstone Emporium, Inc.
Blackstone, Virginia·
5.0
(9) review
112 N Main St, Blackstone, VA 23824-1424
20
Start:South Hill Model Train Museum
South Hill, Mecklenburg County, Virginia·
4.5
(26) review
201 S Mecklenburg Ave, South Hill, VA 23970-2619
21
Start:Colonial Center for the Performing Arts
South Hill, Mecklenburg County, Virginia·
5.0
(7) review
The Colonial Theatre has a very special place in the history of our community and in the lives of many of our residents. It has weathered many storms and economic crises, as well as years of neglect at various times throughout its history. The Colonial is one of the few remaining vaudeville theatres of its era in Virginia and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
22
Start:Lost Treasurers
South Hill, Mecklenburg County, Virginia·
4.0
(2) review
213 W Danville St, South Hill, VA 23970-2523
23
Start:Museum of Life + Science
Durham, North Carolina·
4.5
(921) review
Located just blocks from downtown Durham, the Museum of Life and Science is one of North Carolina’s top family destinations. Situated on 84-acres, our interactive science park includes a two-story science center, one of the largest butterfly conservatories on the East Coast, and beautifully landscaped outdoor exhibits which are safe havens for rescued black bears, lemurs, and endangered red wolves. Other popular attractions include over 60 species of live animals, Dinosaur Trail, Ellerbe Creek Railway, Into the Mist, Hideaway Woods, and Earth Moves. The Museum of Life and Science is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
24
Start:Boxcar Bar + Arcade
Durham, North Carolina·
4.0
(9) review
Boxcar Bar + Arcade is downtown Durham's ultimate arcade bar, boasting over 70 classic & modern arcade games including classic arcades, pinball, Skeeball, free-to-play console systems and more. We offer a full bar (including 24 rotating craft, American drafts) and our pizza kitchen offers a menu of fresh, made to order pizzas, salads and soft pretzels. Enjoy our covered patio seating area with outdoor games, live outdoor music on the weekends, free weekly tournaments, daily drink specials and so much more!
25
Start:Durham Bulls Athletic Park
Durham, North Carolina·
4.5
(970) review
409 Blackwell St, Durham, NC 27701-3972
26
Start:V & E Simonetti Historic Tuba Collection
Durham, North Carolina·
5.0
(9) review
We are the largest privately-held tuba museum in the world! The 300+ instruments in the Collection, currently housed in Durham, North Carolina, represent a cross section of the history and development of the various members of the tuba family, from its inception circa 1830 to the present.
27
Start:Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area
Hillsborough, North Carolina·
4.5
(97) review
Hillsborough, NC
28
Start:Destination Downtown
Mebane, North Carolina·
4.5
(9) review
118 W Clay St, Mebane, NC 27302-2424
29
Start:BurMil Park
Greensboro, North Carolina·
4.5
(80) review
5834 Bur Mill Club Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410-9214
30
Start:Center City Park
Greensboro, North Carolina·
4.5
(9) review
200 N Elm St, Greensboro, NC 27401-2402
31
Start:Forest Oaks Country Club
Greensboro, North Carolina·
4.0
(9) review
4600 Forest Oaks Dr, Greensboro, NC 27406-9313
32
Start:The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show - Greensboro, Nc
Greensboro, North Carolina·
5.0
(7) review
America’s largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner theatre show is now playing! Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it!
33
Start:Celebration Station
Greensboro, North Carolina·
3.0
(74) review
Celebration Station Greensboro, NC offers both indoor and outdoor attractions, two story video arcade, and restaurant. Celebration Station serves pizza, steak burgers, chicken salad, wings, kid meal options, and more. Outside attractions include go-karts, bumper boats, miniature golf, and batting cages. Inside enjoy our two story arcade.
34
Start:Salem Lake
Winston Salem, North Carolina·
4.5
(97) review
1001 Salem Lake Rd, Winston Salem, NC 27107-1571
35
Start:High Point Community Theatre
High Point, North Carolina·
4.5
(8) review
High Point Community Theatre has been bringing quality live theater to the Traid since 1975.
36
Start:Lam Museum of Anthropology, Wake Forest University
Winston Salem, North Carolina·
4.0
(9) review
Discover North Carolina's only museum dedicated to the study of global cultures. Explore stories of humanity, from ancient archaeological sites to the celebrations and struggles of today. Learn about peoples around the world through their everyday and ceremonial objects, and visual arts. Changing exhibits highlight the Museum's collections of nearly 30,000 archaeological and ethnographic artifacts from more than 350 cultures and 90 countries. Admission is free.
37
Start:Twin Deer Antique Mall & Design
High Point, North Carolina·
4.5
(8) review
1100 Surrett Dr, High Point, NC 27260-8822
38
Start:Recreation Billiards
Winston Salem, North Carolina·
4.0
(9) review
412 W 4th St, Winston Salem, NC 27101-2805
39
Start:Holly Ridge Golf Links
Archdale, North Carolina·
3.5
(8) review
Great golf, fantastic food, and superior service! Come and enjoy one of the premier 18 hole public golf courses in the piedmont-triad area of North Carolina. Located on highway 311 in Archdale, NC, we are 0.8miles from interstate 74, 5miles south of interstate 85, and 6miles north of highway 220. Ask about our cash discounts!
40
Start:JDL Fast Track
Winston Salem, North Carolina·
4.0
(9) review
2505 Empire Dr, Winston Salem, NC 27103-6709
41
Start:Bojangles' Coliseum
Charlotte, North Carolina·
4.0
(98) review
Located in Charlotte, NC - Since 1955, Bojangles' Coliseum has hosted concerts, family shows, conferences, sports events, and Charlotte Checkers hockey.
42
Start:President James K. Polk State Historic Site
Pineville, North Carolina·
4.0
(99) review
This site is located on land once owned by the parents of James K. Polk, the 11th U.S. president. The state historic site commemorates significant events in the Polk administration: the Mexican-American War, settlement of the Oregon boundary dispute, and the annexation of California. Reconstructions of typical homestead buildings—a log house, separate kitchen, and barn—are authentically furnished. The visitor center features a film on Polk's life and exhibits on his family and tumultuous presidency.
43
Start:Greenville Zoo
Greenville, South Carolina·
4.0
(996) review
150 Cleveland Park Dr, Greenville, SC 29601-3147
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What's the driving distance between Alexandria and Greenville?
The distance is 488 miles
What's the travel time between Alexandria and Greenville?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 9h 23m mins in normal traffic
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