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ITINERARY
12h 33m684 miles33 stops
1
Mack Trucks Historical Museum
2
Twin Rivers Tubing
New for 2022 are Cooler Tubes for carrying coolers and personal gear. WE MOVED to EASTON PA from Phillipsburg NJ in 2021. Going on our 9th season. Best in Class Facilities - Over Looking The River Falls It is a breathtaking setting located in Easton, PA overlooking the state of New Jersey. This is where the Lehigh River & Delaware River merge. You and your loved ones will be energized for the fun 2-3 hour water journey ahead of you! We offer Regular, Extra Large and Backrest tubes with cup holders and Cooler tubes. Tube tethers are free for complete connected fun! Facilities include indoor changing rooms and rest rooms. Our ratings speak to our ability to go above & beyond in customer service! We accommodate the single tuber to the largest corporate outing, camp groups, church groups, bachelor/bachorlette parties, fundraisers and of course simple family fun! After tubing there are plenty of places to eat and drink in Downtown Easton all in 5 minute walking distance. We are the only t
3
Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway
Lehigh Gorge trains, a trademark of the Reading and Northern Railroad, take a 70 minute round-trip tour following the Lehigh River over bridges, through Glen Onoko, into the Lehigh Gorge State Park. High-rising cliffs and mountain scenery surround the train along the route to Old Penn Haven. You will see hikers, rafters, mountain bikers, and wildlife along the railroad. You will learn about railroad lore, wildlife, the history of the anthracite coal region, and the people who launched America into the Industrial Age. Seasonal days and hours apply throughout the year. Call for more information or visit our website for current schedules.
4
Reading Rocks
5
Genesius Theatre
Genesius Theatre is a Performance Venue that specializes in Musical Theatre. The theatre doubles as a learning center for kids by providing 2-3 kids / teen performances and 4-6 week kids summer theatre camp every year. The "Genesius Difference" is the up-close atmosphere of the performances. We trust in the power of this inspiring & dynamic medium to transform the artists who create it, the audiences who enjoy it, and the patrons who support it.
6
Big Pocono State Park
7
Mount Airy Casino
8
Steamtown National Historic Site
This small museum is all about steam engines and their contribution to America's economy in the 19th century.
9
Rec Hall
10
Venango Museum of Art, Science and Industry
11
Paladin Brewing
12
Gorge Metro Park
13
Lock 3
14
Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland: Education and Learning Center
Ever wonder how money works or what the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland does as part of the central bank of the US? Visit our Education and Learning Center featuring more than 25 fun, hands-on exhibits that answer these questions and more! We have interactive games, visual exhibits, creative stations, and illuminating films that explain everything about money you can think of, from how we use it, to why it looks the way it looks. Come see our historic lobby, take pictures with our money tree, trade coconuts on Barter Island, identify counterfeit bills, and even make your own money! All this in the heart of Cleveland, just steps away from downtown attractions. Admission is free and photos are welcome.
15
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
16
SouthPark Mall
For shopping near Cleveland, the SouthPark Mall is a favored destination. The mall hosts Dillard's and Macy's department stores, over 175 restaurants and shops and a Cinemark movie theater in Strongsville, OH. Find the shopping center at Royalton and Howe, just west of I-71.
17
Great Northern Mall
Great Northern Mall near Cleveland hosts shopping, Macy's and JCPenney department stores, Dick's Sporting Goods store, and over 120 more shops and restaurants. The mall is twelve miles southwest of Cleveland on I-480. Find convenient family parking near the H&M and Dillard's mall entrances.
18
Decode Ann Arbor
Discover adventures for teams large and small! Our award-winning escape rooms at Decode Ann Arbor take you around the globe and to destinations beyond your wildest imagination. Bring you friends and family and join in the fun!
19
Furstenberg Nature Area
20
Kelsey Museum of Archaeology
The Kelsey Museum houses a collection of nearly 100,000 objects from the civilizations of the Mediterranean.
21
The Ark
This music venue and nonprofit organization is dedicated to the presentation and encouragement of folk, roots and ethnic music through live performances by well-known and up-and-coming entertainers.
22
Hudson Mills Metropark
1,549-acre Park Has An 18-hole Golf Course.
23
West Lake Preserve
24
Moran's Consignment
We’re an upscale consignment boutique located in Downtown Chelsea, Michigan. Visit us Monday-Saturday 10-7 and Sunday 12-5. We sell gently used/new clothing, shoes, handbags, jewels and home decor. Brand name, designer and unique pieces. You're in for a real treat at Moran's!
25
Jiffy Mix Company
26
Ugly Dog Distillery
27
Castaway Play
Laser Tag, Indoor Play Structure, Multiple Bounce Houses, Arcade, Build-A-Pal, Atomic Rush, Full Service Cafe, & Daycare
28
Hunters Ridge Golf Course
The Links at Hunters Ridge, is an 18-hole public golf course on 160 acres of rolling countryside in Howell, Michigan. Meticulous care has been taken to maintain a premium playing experience. Heather frames each fairway and well-placed bunkers surround the greens. Tee-to-green bent grass on every hole makes the Links at Hunters Ridge on par with the best high-end courses around. Conserving the land’s natural beauty, the course was professionally designed by Jerry Matthews. It showcases the serene yet rugged geography of its surroundings and provides a truly unique and ambitious experience for golfers of all skill levels.
29
Owosso Community Players
30
River Trail
31
New Vic Theatre
Kalamazoo's New Vic Theatre was founded in 1966 by Kalamazoo residents Ted & Mary Jo Kistler. For over 45 years, The New Vic Theatre has entertained Southwest Michigan and Northern Indiana audiences carving a unique place for itself in the economy and theatrical tradition of the area.The New Vic's original production of "A Christmas Carol" (recipient of a "Special Tribute" from The State of Michigan in 1999) and the annual Christmas Concerts featuring The New Vic Theatre Chorus are among Kalamazoo's oldest on-going holiday presentations and have become an integral part of the holiday season for thousands of Southwest Michigan theatergoers.Located close to the heart of downtown Kalamazoo, the theatre's comfortable cabaret-style seating and intimate size, enhanced by a concession that serves a variety of hot & cold non-alcoholic beverages, lend to its unique atmosphere.The New Vic's flexible modular auditorium allows for innovative staging ranging from the complete round to conventional proscenium format. Efficient central heating and air conditioning allows for comfortable year-round operation.Of The New Vic's more than 325 productions to date, over 80% have been plays introduced to Kalamazoo audiences for the first time. Several plays ("Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat", "Green Julia" by Paul Abelman, "Are You Now Or Have You Ever Been" and "The Memoirs Of Pontius Pilate" both by Eric Bentley) were presented to New Vic audiences prior to their Broadway premieres.The New Vic Theatre's season of productions begins in early February and runs through December 29 each year. January dates are normally reserved for the New Vic's popular January Concert Series, featuring a variety of musical groups or individual performers.Playing primarily weekends only -- except during the holidays when the performance schedule is greatly expanded -- and with only 100 available seats for each performance, The New Vic plays to over 10,000 theatre patrons annually bringing thousands of dollars to the downtown Kalamazoo area.The New Vic is a non-profit, tax-exempt corporation (New Vic Theatricals, Inc) and owns its own facility at 134 E. Vine St. in Kalamazoo.
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Confections with Convictions
Kalamazoo's only shop making hand crafted truffles and other confections exclusively from Fair Trade, organic certified chocolate. Chocolatier Dale Anderson's original recipes contain fresh local fruits, honey, and maple syrup. Vegan and gluten free options are always available. Closed Sunday and Monday. Open Tuesday thru Saturday 10 a.m. until 6:00 p.m.
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O'Duffy's Pub
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OVERVIEW
Allentown to Grand Rapids
1
Start:Mack Trucks Historical Museum
Allentown, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(95) review
2402 Lehigh Pkwy S, Allentown, PA 18103-2900
2
Start:Twin Rivers Tubing
Easton, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(92) review
New for 2022 are Cooler Tubes for carrying coolers and personal gear. WE MOVED to EASTON PA from Phillipsburg NJ in 2021. Going on our 9th season. Best in Class Facilities - Over Looking The River Falls It is a breathtaking setting located in Easton, PA overlooking the state of New Jersey. This is where the Lehigh River & Delaware River merge. You and your loved ones will be energized for the fun 2-3 hour water journey ahead of you! We offer Regular, Extra Large and Backrest tubes with cup holders and Cooler tubes. Tube tethers are free for complete connected fun! Facilities include indoor changing rooms and rest rooms. Our ratings speak to our ability to go above & beyond in customer service! We accommodate the single tuber to the largest corporate outing, camp groups, church groups, bachelor/bachorlette parties, fundraisers and of course simple family fun! After tubing there are plenty of places to eat and drink in Downtown Easton all in 5 minute walking distance. We are the only t
3
Start:Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway
Jim Thorpe, Pocono Mountains Region, Pennsylvania·
4.0
(955) review
Lehigh Gorge trains, a trademark of the Reading and Northern Railroad, take a 70 minute round-trip tour following the Lehigh River over bridges, through Glen Onoko, into the Lehigh Gorge State Park. High-rising cliffs and mountain scenery surround the train along the route to Old Penn Haven. You will see hikers, rafters, mountain bikers, and wildlife along the railroad. You will learn about railroad lore, wildlife, the history of the anthracite coal region, and the people who launched America into the Industrial Age. Seasonal days and hours apply throughout the year. Call for more information or visit our website for current schedules.
4
Start:Reading Rocks
Reading, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(9) review
George St., Reading, PA
5
Start:Genesius Theatre
Reading, Pennsylvania·
4.0
(9) review
Genesius Theatre is a Performance Venue that specializes in Musical Theatre. The theatre doubles as a learning center for kids by providing 2-3 kids / teen performances and 4-6 week kids summer theatre camp every year. The "Genesius Difference" is the up-close atmosphere of the performances. We trust in the power of this inspiring & dynamic medium to transform the artists who create it, the audiences who enjoy it, and the patrons who support it.
6
Start:Big Pocono State Park
Tannersville, Pocono Mountains Region, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(91) review
980 Camelback Rd, Tannersville, PA 18372
7
Start:Mount Airy Casino
Mount Pocono, Pocono Mountains Region, Pennsylvania·
3.5
(930) review
312 Woodland Rd, Mount Pocono, PA 18344-7172
8
Start:Steamtown National Historic Site
Scranton, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(902) review
This small museum is all about steam engines and their contribution to America's economy in the 19th century.
9
Start:Rec Hall
State College, Pennsylvania·
5.0
(9) review
Rec Hall, State College, PA 16802
10
Start:Venango Museum of Art, Science and Industry
Oil City, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(9) review
270 Seneca St, Oil City, PA 16301-1304
11
Start:Paladin Brewing
Austintown, Youngstown, Ohio·
4.5
(9) review
6520 Mahoning Ave, Austintown, Youngstown, OH 44515-2012
12
Start:Gorge Metro Park
Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio·
4.5
(99) review
1160 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls, OH
13
Start:Lock 3
Akron, Ohio·
4.5
(98) review
200 S Main St, Akron, OH 44308-1315
14
Start:Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland: Education and Learning Center
Cleveland, Ohio·
4.5
(95) review
Ever wonder how money works or what the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland does as part of the central bank of the US? Visit our Education and Learning Center featuring more than 25 fun, hands-on exhibits that answer these questions and more! We have interactive games, visual exhibits, creative stations, and illuminating films that explain everything about money you can think of, from how we use it, to why it looks the way it looks. Come see our historic lobby, take pictures with our money tree, trade coconuts on Barter Island, identify counterfeit bills, and even make your own money! All this in the heart of Cleveland, just steps away from downtown attractions. Admission is free and photos are welcome.
15
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
16
Start:SouthPark Mall
Strongsville, Ohio·
4.0
(94) review
For shopping near Cleveland, the SouthPark Mall is a favored destination. The mall hosts Dillard's and Macy's department stores, over 175 restaurants and shops and a Cinemark movie theater in Strongsville, OH. Find the shopping center at Royalton and Howe, just west of I-71.
17
Start:Great Northern Mall
North Olmsted, Ohio·
4.0
(93) review
Great Northern Mall near Cleveland hosts shopping, Macy's and JCPenney department stores, Dick's Sporting Goods store, and over 120 more shops and restaurants. The mall is twelve miles southwest of Cleveland on I-480. Find convenient family parking near the H&M and Dillard's mall entrances.
18
Start:Decode Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, Michigan·
5.0
(869) review
Discover adventures for teams large and small! Our award-winning escape rooms at Decode Ann Arbor take you around the globe and to destinations beyond your wildest imagination. Bring you friends and family and join in the fun!
19
Start:Furstenberg Nature Area
Ann Arbor, Michigan·
4.5
(9) review
Fuller Road Opposite Huron High School, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
20
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.
21
Start:The Ark
Ann Arbor, Michigan·
4.5
(93) review
This music venue and nonprofit organization is dedicated to the presentation and encouragement of folk, roots and ethnic music through live performances by well-known and up-and-coming entertainers.
22
Start:Hudson Mills Metropark
Ann Arbor, Michigan·
4.5
(95) review
1,549-acre Park Has An 18-hole Golf Course.
23
Start:West Lake Preserve
Chelsea, Michigan·
5.0
(5) review
Waterloo Road east of Werkner Road Preserve is well-marked and easy to find on Waterloo Road, Chelsea, MI 48118
24
Start:Moran's Consignment
Chelsea, Michigan·
5.0
(9) review
We’re an upscale consignment boutique located in Downtown Chelsea, Michigan. Visit us Monday-Saturday 10-7 and Sunday 12-5. We sell gently used/new clothing, shoes, handbags, jewels and home decor. Brand name, designer and unique pieces. You're in for a real treat at Moran's!
25
Start:Jiffy Mix Company
Chelsea, Michigan·
4.5
(96) review
201 W North St, Chelsea, MI 48118-1259
26
Start:Ugly Dog Distillery
Chelsea, Michigan·
3.5
(5) review
14495 N Territorial Rd, Chelsea, MI 48118-9144
27
Start:Castaway Play
Howell, Michigan·
4.0
(63) review
Laser Tag, Indoor Play Structure, Multiple Bounce Houses, Arcade, Build-A-Pal, Atomic Rush, Full Service Cafe, & Daycare
28
Start:Hunters Ridge Golf Course
Howell, Michigan·
4.0
(6) review
The Links at Hunters Ridge, is an 18-hole public golf course on 160 acres of rolling countryside in Howell, Michigan. Meticulous care has been taken to maintain a premium playing experience. Heather frames each fairway and well-placed bunkers surround the greens. Tee-to-green bent grass on every hole makes the Links at Hunters Ridge on par with the best high-end courses around. Conserving the land’s natural beauty, the course was professionally designed by Jerry Matthews. It showcases the serene yet rugged geography of its surroundings and provides a truly unique and ambitious experience for golfers of all skill levels.
29
Start:Owosso Community Players
Owosso, Michigan·
4.5
(9) review
114 E Main St, Owosso, MI 48867-3133
30
Start:River Trail
Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan·
4.5
(96) review
Lansing, MI 48912
31
Start:New Vic Theatre
Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo County, Michigan·
4.5
(9) review
Kalamazoo's New Vic Theatre was founded in 1966 by Kalamazoo residents Ted & Mary Jo Kistler. For over 45 years, The New Vic Theatre has entertained Southwest Michigan and Northern Indiana audiences carving a unique place for itself in the economy and theatrical tradition of the area.The New Vic's original production of "A Christmas Carol" (recipient of a "Special Tribute" from The State of Michigan in 1999) and the annual Christmas Concerts featuring The New Vic Theatre Chorus are among Kalamazoo's oldest on-going holiday presentations and have become an integral part of the holiday season for thousands of Southwest Michigan theatergoers.Located close to the heart of downtown Kalamazoo, the theatre's comfortable cabaret-style seating and intimate size, enhanced by a concession that serves a variety of hot & cold non-alcoholic beverages, lend to its unique atmosphere.The New Vic's flexible modular auditorium allows for innovative staging ranging from the complete round to conventional proscenium format. Efficient central heating and air conditioning allows for comfortable year-round operation.Of The New Vic's more than 325 productions to date, over 80% have been plays introduced to Kalamazoo audiences for the first time. Several plays ("Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat", "Green Julia" by Paul Abelman, "Are You Now Or Have You Ever Been" and "The Memoirs Of Pontius Pilate" both by Eric Bentley) were presented to New Vic audiences prior to their Broadway premieres.The New Vic Theatre's season of productions begins in early February and runs through December 29 each year. January dates are normally reserved for the New Vic's popular January Concert Series, featuring a variety of musical groups or individual performers.Playing primarily weekends only -- except during the holidays when the performance schedule is greatly expanded -- and with only 100 available seats for each performance, The New Vic plays to over 10,000 theatre patrons annually bringing thousands of dollars to the downtown Kalamazoo area.The New Vic is a non-profit, tax-exempt corporation (New Vic Theatricals, Inc) and owns its own facility at 134 E. Vine St. in Kalamazoo.
32
Start:Confections with Convictions
Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo County, Michigan·
5.0
(92) review
Kalamazoo's only shop making hand crafted truffles and other confections exclusively from Fair Trade, organic certified chocolate. Chocolatier Dale Anderson's original recipes contain fresh local fruits, honey, and maple syrup. Vegan and gluten free options are always available. Closed Sunday and Monday. Open Tuesday thru Saturday 10 a.m. until 6:00 p.m.
33
Start:O'Duffy's Pub
Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo County, Michigan·
4.5
(9) review
804 W Vine St, Kalamazoo, MI 49008-1157
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What's the driving distance between Allentown and Grand Rapids?
The distance is 684 miles
What's the travel time between Allentown and Grand Rapids?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 12h 33m mins in normal traffic
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There are plenty! Here are some stops you shouldn’t miss on your way to Grand Rapids
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