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ITINERARY
16h 33m861 miles22 stops
1
Riverside Park
2
Durant Park
3
River Trail
4
Hudson Mills Metropark
1,549-acre Park Has An 18-hole Golf Course.
5
Sombra Museum Cultural Centre
6
Imperial Theatre
Originally built as The Capitol Movie Theatre in 1936, the Capitol was lovingly restored between 1995 and 1997, in all of its Art Deco elegance, as indicated in the pictures of the foyer. It was transformed from the premiere movie-house of the 1930s to 1980s to a modern theatre for live performances and renamed the Imperial Theatre. Every seat in the house provides an excellent view of the stage. In fact, no seat is more than sixty feet from the stage. From Comedians to Classical concerts to Musicals to Rock concerts to Family Friendly entertainment, the Imperial theatre offers something for everyone! The Imperial Theatre is wholly owned and operated by Theatre Sarnia, a Not-for-Profit Charitable Corporation, under the governance of an elected Board of Directors.
7
Victoria Playhouse Petrolia
Nestled in the heart of south western Ontario's Lambton County, and framed by Lake Huron and the St. Clair River, Petrolia is known as "The Greatest Town on Earth". Its unique history as the cradle of the global oil industry is complimented by its countless lush green parks, grand church spires and colourful gardens.Enjoy all the unique shops, restaurants, beautiful bed and breakfasts and of course, the renowned Victoria Playhouse Petrolia. The 400 seat, state of the art theatre is housed in Victoria Hall, one of the most architecturally impressive buildings in the county. About the Victoria Playhouse Petrolia - Victoria Playhouse is a gem of a theatre located in the Victoria Hall in Petrolia, just 3 hours from Toronto, 1 hour from London, 1 1/2 hours from Detroit and 20 minutes from Sarnia in Ontario or Port Huron right across the border in Michigan, USA. The Playhouse, just like the legendary Phoenix, has literally risen from its own ashes after the devastating fire of January 1989. Situated in Ontario's first oil town and after having provided a venue for theatre productions for over 100 years, Victoria Playhouse is now a modern, fully equipped, state-of-the-art, 425 seats, air-conditioned facility.
8
Komoka Provincial Park
9
Gibbons Park
10
Huron Natural Area
11
Doon Heritage Village
Doon Heritage Village is a 60 acre living history village, exploring life in rural Waterloo Region in the year 1914. The village is open daily throughout the summer season; and open weekdays only during the months of September, October and November. The village is open on selected weekends in December - check the museum's website for specific dates and times. The Waterloo Region Museum is the entrance to Doon Heritage Village. One admission price includes entry to the village and museum exhibit galleries. The village comes to life with knowledgeable interpreters dressed in authentic 1914 clothing and features historic buildings, farm animals and fun activities the whole family will enjoy. Learn what was happening locally, provincially, nationally and internationally in the year 1914, the time period Doon Heritage Village is set in, by watching the museum's Orientation Video, available on-line and in the Waterloo Region Museum's Christie® Theatre.
12
The Riverwood Conservancy
13
Port Credit
Mississauga Ontario's entertainment hub for shopping, events, music and dining on the waterfront. Our beautiful community offers something for everyone, with a wide array of restaurants, retail stores, services and cafes, all within easy walking distance from each other. We are only 26 km away from Downtown Toronto. The Port Credit Go Station will drop you off right into the heart of our town. Port Credit is always on and always electric!
14
Kew Vineyards Estate Winery
15
Inniskillin Wines
Many of those who appreciate and collect wine have discovered that a journey to the heart of wine country adds an indescribable dimension to the appreciation of the distinctiveness of each fine wine. In that spirit, Inniskillin invites you to fully experience our full VQA portfolio in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Experience firsthand the full range of our premium wines while enjoying spectacular sights, regional culinary specialties and outstanding hospitality in one of Canada's great natural treasures, the Niagara Peninsula. We look forward to toasting your arrival!
16
The Buffalo History Museum
17
Casa Larga Vineyards
Casa Larga Vineyards – We are now celebrating 45 years of producing award winning Finger Lakes wines. In 1974, Mr. C planted the first two acres in Fairport, NY, naming it Casa Larga after his grandparents' vineyards in Italy. The first harvest came in 1978 and won three awards at the NYS Wine Competition. Estate White (currently Pallido) and Estate Red (currently Tramonto) were those first wines. Mr. C's dream came true and passion, patience and tenderness were his gifts to the vines and the wines they produced. Mr. C's hobby matured into a larger business, and Casa Larga became the 21st licensed winery in New York State. Casa Larga has now entered the golden era of New York State winemaking, becoming an icon, as well as a sparkling jewel of the Finger Lakes and Rochester regions. We are home to the New York State Ice Wine Festival every February and the Purple Foot Grape Stomping Festival every September. Experience the Italian Way of Living, with wine, food and family.
18
DCU Center
19
First Baptist Church in America
The oldest Baptist church in America, gathered by Roger Williams in 1638. Open for tours: Monday - Friday 10AM - Noon and 1PM - 3PM and on Sunday immediately following the Worship Service Worship Service is at 11 AM September - May and at 10 AM June, July and August.
20
Rhode Island School of Design Museum of Art
This innovative and internationally renowned museum showcases more than 80,000 works of art from Paul Revere's silver and caricatures of 18th century Europe, to French Impressionists and the avant-garde works of recent alumni. A 12th-century Japanese Buddha has its own room with benches for meditating.
21
Boston Public Garden
This Frederick Law Olmsted-designed park, famous for its Swan Boats, has over 600 varieties of trees and an ever-changing array of flowers. It is America's first public garden.
22
Boston Children's Museum
Highlights of this interactive museum include the "Science Playground," featuring giant soap bubble-making tools and the "New Balance Climb," which teaches kids the laws of physics while navigating through a two-story-high maze.
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OVERVIEW
1
Start:Riverside Park
Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan·
4.5
(9) review
2001 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49505
2
Start:Durant Park
Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan·
4.0
(9) review
Saginaw Street, Lansing, MI
3
Start:River Trail
Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan·
4.5
(96) review
Lansing, MI 48912
4
Start:Hudson Mills Metropark
Ann Arbor, Michigan·
4.5
(95) review
1,549-acre Park Has An 18-hole Golf Course.
5
Start:Sombra Museum Cultural Centre
Sombra, Ontario·
4.5
(8) review
3470 St. Clair Parkway N0p 2h0, Sombra, Ontario Canada
6
Start:Imperial Theatre
Sarnia, Ontario·
4.5
(65) review
Originally built as The Capitol Movie Theatre in 1936, the Capitol was lovingly restored between 1995 and 1997, in all of its Art Deco elegance, as indicated in the pictures of the foyer. It was transformed from the premiere movie-house of the 1930s to 1980s to a modern theatre for live performances and renamed the Imperial Theatre. Every seat in the house provides an excellent view of the stage. In fact, no seat is more than sixty feet from the stage. From Comedians to Classical concerts to Musicals to Rock concerts to Family Friendly entertainment, the Imperial theatre offers something for everyone! The Imperial Theatre is wholly owned and operated by Theatre Sarnia, a Not-for-Profit Charitable Corporation, under the governance of an elected Board of Directors.
7
Start:Victoria Playhouse Petrolia
Petrolia, Ontario·
5.0
(83) review
Nestled in the heart of south western Ontario's Lambton County, and framed by Lake Huron and the St. Clair River, Petrolia is known as "The Greatest Town on Earth". Its unique history as the cradle of the global oil industry is complimented by its countless lush green parks, grand church spires and colourful gardens.Enjoy all the unique shops, restaurants, beautiful bed and breakfasts and of course, the renowned Victoria Playhouse Petrolia. The 400 seat, state of the art theatre is housed in Victoria Hall, one of the most architecturally impressive buildings in the county. About the Victoria Playhouse Petrolia - Victoria Playhouse is a gem of a theatre located in the Victoria Hall in Petrolia, just 3 hours from Toronto, 1 hour from London, 1 1/2 hours from Detroit and 20 minutes from Sarnia in Ontario or Port Huron right across the border in Michigan, USA. The Playhouse, just like the legendary Phoenix, has literally risen from its own ashes after the devastating fire of January 1989. Situated in Ontario's first oil town and after having provided a venue for theatre productions for over 100 years, Victoria Playhouse is now a modern, fully equipped, state-of-the-art, 425 seats, air-conditioned facility.
8
Start:Komoka Provincial Park
London, Ontario·
4.0
(90) review
503 Gideon Dr, London, Ontario N6K 4N8 Canada
9
Start:Gibbons Park
London, Ontario·
4.5
(94) review
_2A Grosvenor St, London, Ontario Canada
10
Start:Huron Natural Area
Kitchener, Region of Waterloo, Ontario·
4.5
(96) review
801 Trillium Dr, Kitchener, Ontario N2R 1J9 Canada
11
Start:Doon Heritage Village
Kitchener, Region of Waterloo, Ontario·
4.5
(93) review
Doon Heritage Village is a 60 acre living history village, exploring life in rural Waterloo Region in the year 1914. The village is open daily throughout the summer season; and open weekdays only during the months of September, October and November. The village is open on selected weekends in December - check the museum's website for specific dates and times. The Waterloo Region Museum is the entrance to Doon Heritage Village. One admission price includes entry to the village and museum exhibit galleries. The village comes to life with knowledgeable interpreters dressed in authentic 1914 clothing and features historic buildings, farm animals and fun activities the whole family will enjoy. Learn what was happening locally, provincially, nationally and internationally in the year 1914, the time period Doon Heritage Village is set in, by watching the museum's Orientation Video, available on-line and in the Waterloo Region Museum's Christie® Theatre.
12
Start:The Riverwood Conservancy
Mississauga, Ontario·
4.5
(98) review
4300 Riverwood Park Lane, Mississauga, Ontario L5C 2S7 Canada
13
Start:Port Credit
Mississauga, Ontario·
4.5
(960) review
Mississauga Ontario's entertainment hub for shopping, events, music and dining on the waterfront. Our beautiful community offers something for everyone, with a wide array of restaurants, retail stores, services and cafes, all within easy walking distance from each other. We are only 26 km away from Downtown Toronto. The Port Credit Go Station will drop you off right into the heart of our town. Port Credit is always on and always electric!
14
Start:Kew Vineyards Estate Winery
Beamsville, Lincoln, Ontario·
4.5
(96) review
4696 King St, Beamsville, Lincoln, Ontario L0R 1B1 Canada
15
Start:Inniskillin Wines
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario·
4.5
(969) review
Many of those who appreciate and collect wine have discovered that a journey to the heart of wine country adds an indescribable dimension to the appreciation of the distinctiveness of each fine wine. In that spirit, Inniskillin invites you to fully experience our full VQA portfolio in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Experience firsthand the full range of our premium wines while enjoying spectacular sights, regional culinary specialties and outstanding hospitality in one of Canada's great natural treasures, the Niagara Peninsula. We look forward to toasting your arrival!
16
Start:The Buffalo History Museum
Buffalo, Erie County, New York·
4.0
(97) review
1 Museum Ct, Buffalo, NY 14216-3160
17
Start:Casa Larga Vineyards
Rochester, Finger Lakes, New York·
4.5
(98) review
Casa Larga Vineyards – We are now celebrating 45 years of producing award winning Finger Lakes wines. In 1974, Mr. C planted the first two acres in Fairport, NY, naming it Casa Larga after his grandparents' vineyards in Italy. The first harvest came in 1978 and won three awards at the NYS Wine Competition. Estate White (currently Pallido) and Estate Red (currently Tramonto) were those first wines. Mr. C's dream came true and passion, patience and tenderness were his gifts to the vines and the wines they produced. Mr. C's hobby matured into a larger business, and Casa Larga became the 21st licensed winery in New York State. Casa Larga has now entered the golden era of New York State winemaking, becoming an icon, as well as a sparkling jewel of the Finger Lakes and Rochester regions. We are home to the New York State Ice Wine Festival every February and the Purple Foot Grape Stomping Festival every September. Experience the Italian Way of Living, with wine, food and family.
18
Start:DCU Center
Worcester, Massachusetts·
3.5
(93) review
50 Foster Street, Worcester, MA 01608-1305
19
Start:First Baptist Church in America
Providence, Rhode Island·
4.5
(91) review
The oldest Baptist church in America, gathered by Roger Williams in 1638. Open for tours: Monday - Friday 10AM - Noon and 1PM - 3PM and on Sunday immediately following the Worship Service Worship Service is at 11 AM September - May and at 10 AM June, July and August.
20
Start:Rhode Island School of Design Museum of Art
Providence, Rhode Island·
4.5
(981) review
This innovative and internationally renowned museum showcases more than 80,000 works of art from Paul Revere's silver and caricatures of 18th century Europe, to French Impressionists and the avant-garde works of recent alumni. A 12th-century Japanese Buddha has its own room with benches for meditating.
21
Start:Boston Public Garden
Boston, Massachusetts·
4.5
(9979) review
This Frederick Law Olmsted-designed park, famous for its Swan Boats, has over 600 varieties of trees and an ever-changing array of flowers. It is America's first public garden.
22
Start:Boston Children's Museum
Boston, Massachusetts·
4.5
(994) review
Highlights of this interactive museum include the "Science Playground," featuring giant soap bubble-making tools and the "New Balance Climb," which teaches kids the laws of physics while navigating through a two-story-high maze.
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