Road trip from Kansas City to Louisville
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9h 50m516 miles13 stops
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Howl at the Moon Kansas City
Howl at the Moon Kansas City is the hottest spot in the Power and Light District! Our high-energy dueling pianos and amazing events make us the coolest spot for Kansas City nightlife! From company functions to happy hour with friends to bachelorette parties in Kansas City, the party is always at Howl at the Moon come and see us.
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Museum of Illusions
Enter the fascinating world of illusion which will trick your confidence in senses, but amaze you by doing so; the world that will both: educate and confuse you completely. Visit us and you will be thrilled because nothing is what it seems, especially not in the Museum of Illusions! Are you ready for a fascinating adventure? We offer you an intriguing visual, sensual and educational experience.
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Line Creek Trail
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Game Show Battle Rooms
You're IN the Game Show! Game Show Battle Rooms is one of the nation's only immersive game show experiences for everyone to enjoy. Face-off against your friends, family, or coworkers in our custom arenas playing classic game shows! All hosted by our entertaining and engaging hosts. Perfect for your next birthday party, friend or family outing, or your next corporate team-building event!
5
Dave & Buster's - Arcade
At Dave & Buster's you can play hundreds of the hottest new arcade games in our Million Dollar Midway and win tickets for epic prizes. Try our mouth-watering, chef-crafted creations in our American restaurant. From wings to steaks, we've got whatever suits your appetite. Our premium sports bar features innovative cocktails, impressive wine selection, and 20+ beers to assure we're stocked to satisfy! Watch your team on one of our massive HDTVs with epic stadium sound that surrounds you from every direction in the sports bar that crushes the competition. Invite all your friends or coworkers for an unforgettable party or event! We work with every size and budget to make planning easy so you can focus on the FUN!
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The Dinner Detective
America's largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner show! Solve a hilarious crime while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The killer is hiding somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect! The Dinner Detective also offers private events & shows that are customized to your group. Join us for a private event that your guests will talk about for months!
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Trust
In the shadow of the St. Louis Arch, the Missisippi Valley Trust Company has proudly stood at the corner of 4th and Pine since 1896. While the city transformed around it, within these walls time stood still. Today we invite you back, to old-fashioned charm, timeless hospitality, and a modern twist.
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Burdette Park
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Willard Library
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Evansville Brewhouse
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Masterpiece Mixers Paint and Party Studio
Get out and get creative! Unleash your inner artist at our upbeat painting parties. Join a regular class or book a private party and our super fun instructors will walk you step-by-step in creating your masterpiece. Great for birthday parties, girls night out, date night, bridal showers, company events and more.
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Angel's Envy Distillery
Built in the heart of Louisville, the ANGEL’S ENVY Distillery is downtown’s first fully operational whiskey production facility. Co-founded in 2010 by the late Master Distiller Lincoln Henderson, ANGEL’S ENVY began as a passion project that combined their family’s deep-rooted passion for and knowledge of the industry with an innovative outlook on bourbon making and finishing. ANGEL’S ENVY opened the doors in 2016 and puts you in the center of our distilling process for a unique tour experience.
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Cooking at the Cottage
Cooking at the Cottage, opened November 1, 2010 as a cooking school and offer a number of different and unique classes as well as series of classes each semester. Our classroom is open for corporate and team building events, private parties and much. We have a retail store adjacent that, specializing in quality cookware, bakeware, textiles, decorating supplies, gadgets, coffee/tea/chocolate.
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OVERVIEW
Kansas City to Louisville
1
Start:Howl at the Moon Kansas City
Kansas City, Missouri·
4.5
(96) review
Howl at the Moon Kansas City is the hottest spot in the Power and Light District! Our high-energy dueling pianos and amazing events make us the coolest spot for Kansas City nightlife! From company functions to happy hour with friends to bachelorette parties in Kansas City, the party is always at Howl at the Moon come and see us.
2
Start:Museum of Illusions
Kansas City, Missouri·
4.5
(88) review
Enter the fascinating world of illusion which will trick your confidence in senses, but amaze you by doing so; the world that will both: educate and confuse you completely. Visit us and you will be thrilled because nothing is what it seems, especially not in the Museum of Illusions! Are you ready for a fascinating adventure? We offer you an intriguing visual, sensual and educational experience.
3
Start:Line Creek Trail
Kansas City, Missouri·
5.0
(9) review
2699 NW 60th St, Kansas City, MO 64151
4
Start:Game Show Battle Rooms
Overland Park, Kansas·
4.5
(9) review
You're IN the Game Show! Game Show Battle Rooms is one of the nation's only immersive game show experiences for everyone to enjoy. Face-off against your friends, family, or coworkers in our custom arenas playing classic game shows! All hosted by our entertaining and engaging hosts. Perfect for your next birthday party, friend or family outing, or your next corporate team-building event!
5
Start:Dave & Buster's - Arcade
Saint Louis, Missouri·
4.0
(9) review
At Dave & Buster's you can play hundreds of the hottest new arcade games in our Million Dollar Midway and win tickets for epic prizes. Try our mouth-watering, chef-crafted creations in our American restaurant. From wings to steaks, we've got whatever suits your appetite. Our premium sports bar features innovative cocktails, impressive wine selection, and 20+ beers to assure we're stocked to satisfy! Watch your team on one of our massive HDTVs with epic stadium sound that surrounds you from every direction in the sports bar that crushes the competition. Invite all your friends or coworkers for an unforgettable party or event! We work with every size and budget to make planning easy so you can focus on the FUN!
6
Start:The Dinner Detective
Saint Louis, Missouri·
4.5
(9) review
America's largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner show! Solve a hilarious crime while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The killer is hiding somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect! The Dinner Detective also offers private events & shows that are customized to your group. Join us for a private event that your guests will talk about for months!
7
Start:Trust
Saint Louis, Missouri·
4.5
(9) review
In the shadow of the St. Louis Arch, the Missisippi Valley Trust Company has proudly stood at the corner of 4th and Pine since 1896. While the city transformed around it, within these walls time stood still. Today we invite you back, to old-fashioned charm, timeless hospitality, and a modern twist.
8
Start:Burdette Park
Evansville, Indiana·
4.0
(95) review
5301 Nurrenbern Rd, Evansville, IN 47712-9368
9
Start:Willard Library
Evansville, Indiana·
4.5
(97) review
21 N 1st Ave, Evansville, IN 47710-1294
10
Start:Evansville Brewhouse
Evansville, Indiana·
4.5
(9) review
56 Adams Ave, Evansville, IN 47713-1310
11
Start:Masterpiece Mixers Paint and Party Studio
Louisville, Kentucky·
5.0
(9) review
Get out and get creative! Unleash your inner artist at our upbeat painting parties. Join a regular class or book a private party and our super fun instructors will walk you step-by-step in creating your masterpiece. Great for birthday parties, girls night out, date night, bridal showers, company events and more.
12
Start:Angel's Envy Distillery
Louisville, Kentucky·
4.5
(967) review
Built in the heart of Louisville, the ANGEL’S ENVY Distillery is downtown’s first fully operational whiskey production facility. Co-founded in 2010 by the late Master Distiller Lincoln Henderson, ANGEL’S ENVY began as a passion project that combined their family’s deep-rooted passion for and knowledge of the industry with an innovative outlook on bourbon making and finishing. ANGEL’S ENVY opened the doors in 2016 and puts you in the center of our distilling process for a unique tour experience.
13
Start:Cooking at the Cottage
Louisville, Kentucky·
5.0
(9) review
Cooking at the Cottage, opened November 1, 2010 as a cooking school and offer a number of different and unique classes as well as series of classes each semester. Our classroom is open for corporate and team building events, private parties and much. We have a retail store adjacent that, specializing in quality cookware, bakeware, textiles, decorating supplies, gadgets, coffee/tea/chocolate.
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What's the driving distance between Kansas City and Louisville?
The distance is 516 miles
What's the travel time between Kansas City and Louisville?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 9h 50m mins in normal traffic
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