Road trip from Lakeland to College Station
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ITINERARY
19h 20m1,045 miles27 stops
1
Island H2O Water Park
Island H2O Water Park is your place for family fun! Tube slides, raft riding & splash zones, plus luxury cabana rentals at a sprawling water park.
2
The Legends Walk Course
3
University of South Florida Botanical Gardens, Tampa
4
Corpus Christi Catholic Church
5
Al Lopez Park
Two popular flat loops, .8 and 1.2-miles, through the woods.
6
Bayshore Boulevard
Home of the world's longest sidewalk.
7
Marion Theatre
8
Ocala Palms Golf & Country Club
9
Young's Paso Fino Ranch
10
Depot Park
Depot Park is a signature city park in downtown Gainesville providing a space for unique public outdoor enjoyment. Depot features a children's adventure play area with a custom splash pad of waterfalls, water soakers, and ground jets. A water's edge promenade hosts special events like food truck rallies, art festivals, and musical performances. The park is fully staffed and free of charge.
11
Palm Court Jazz Cafe
A stylish jazz spot in the French Quarter, which serves Cajun and Creole dishes.
12
The Presbytere
The Presbytere was designed in 1791 to match the Cabildo, alongside St. Louis Cathedral in the French Quarter. It stands today as a beautiful reminder of both Louisiana's singular past and its vibrant present.The Presbytere, originally called Casa Curial or "Ecclesiastical House," was built on the site of the residence, or presbytere, of the Capuchin monks. The building was used for commercial purposes until 1834 when it became a courthouse. In 1911, it became part of the Louisiana State Museum. Two exhibitions are on display-"Living with Hurricanes: Katrina and Beyond" tells of rescue, rebuilding and renewal, and "Mardi Gras: It's Carnival Time in Louisiana" captures the fun and fantasy of the annual celebration.
13
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
Nature reserve, consisting of several sections, preserves significant examples of the natural and cultural resources of the Mississippi Delta region.
14
Lafayette Science Museum
Step into the vibrant world of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette Science Museum, where curiosity knows no bounds!
15
Houston Botanic Garden
16
Escape Artist Kingwood
Escape Artist Texas invites you to enter a world of your choosing. Be prepared for an exciting and challenging adventure of solving puzzles, cracking codes, and unraveling mysteries from within. Enjoy an escape from reality with 4-10 friends in 60 minutes while testing your wits. Book now to see if you have what it takes to become and Escape Artist or are you just another chump?!
17
Smither Park
18
Houston Police Stables
19
Houston Grand Opera
Opera house in Houston that features opera presentations throughout the year.
20
Lillie and Hugh Roy Cullen Sculpture Garden
21
The Menil Collection
Houston philanthropists and art patrons John and Dominique de Menil established the Menil Foundation in 1954 to foster greater public understanding and appreciation of art, architecture, culture, religion, and philosophy. In 1987, the Menil Collection’s main museum building opened to the public. Today, the Menil Collection consists of a group of five art buildings and green spaces located within a residential neighborhood. The Menil remains committed to its founders’ belief that art is essential to human experience and fosters direct personal encounters with works of art. The museum welcomes all visitors free of charge to its buildings and surrounding green spaces.
22
Reliant Park
23
Jersey Meadow Golf Course
24
Klaus Brewing
25
Museum of the American GI
The Museum of the American G.I is a living history museum dedicated to preserving the equipment, uniforms and memories of all American Servicemen and women.
26
Grand Station Entertainment
Grand Station is the largest entertainment venue in Bryan/College Station offering a unique experience to BOWL, PLAY, and PARTY. Come BOWL on one of our 40 state of the art bowling lanes, PLAY with our Virtual Reality gaming system, incredible Laser Tag arena, mini-golf, or challenge your skills in our interactive arcade. Come PARTY with us! We will help you have a fun and exciting experience with any celebration. Private birthday party rooms and large corporate meeting rooms make your meeting or party complete.
27
Benjamin Knox Gallery & Wine Depot
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OVERVIEW
Lakeland to College Station
1
Start:Island H2O Water Park
Kissimmee, Florida·
3.5
(96) review
Island H2O Water Park is your place for family fun! Tube slides, raft riding & splash zones, plus luxury cabana rentals at a sprawling water park.
2
Start:The Legends Walk Course
Kissimmee, Florida·
4.0
(96) review
8505 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy Orange Lake Resort, Kissimmee, FL 34747-8217
3
Start:University of South Florida Botanical Gardens, Tampa
Tampa, Florida·
3.5
(98) review
4202 E Fowler Ave, Tampa, FL 33620-5150
4
Start:Corpus Christi Catholic Church
Celebration, Orlando, Florida·
5.0
(99) review
1050 Celebration Ave, Celebration, Orlando, FL 34747-4867
5
Start:Al Lopez Park
Tampa, Florida·
4.0
(97) review
Two popular flat loops, .8 and 1.2-miles, through the woods.
6
Start:Bayshore Boulevard
Tampa, Florida·
4.5
(972) review
Home of the world's longest sidewalk.
7
Start:Marion Theatre
Ocala, Florida·
4.5
(90) review
50 S Magnolia Ave, Ocala, FL 34471-1153
8
Start:Ocala Palms Golf & Country Club
Ocala, Florida·
4.5
(9) review
5174 NW 26th St, Ocala, FL 34482-3250
9
Start:Young's Paso Fino Ranch
Ocala, Florida·
4.0
(9) review
7950 NW 80th Ave, Ocala, FL 34482-1112
10
Start:Depot Park
Gainesville, Florida·
5.0
(94) review
Depot Park is a signature city park in downtown Gainesville providing a space for unique public outdoor enjoyment. Depot features a children's adventure play area with a custom splash pad of waterfalls, water soakers, and ground jets. A water's edge promenade hosts special events like food truck rallies, art festivals, and musical performances. The park is fully staffed and free of charge.
11
Start:Palm Court Jazz Cafe
New Orleans, Louisiana·
4.5
(99) review
A stylish jazz spot in the French Quarter, which serves Cajun and Creole dishes.
12
Start:The Presbytere
New Orleans, Louisiana·
4.5
(999) review
The Presbytere was designed in 1791 to match the Cabildo, alongside St. Louis Cathedral in the French Quarter. It stands today as a beautiful reminder of both Louisiana's singular past and its vibrant present.The Presbytere, originally called Casa Curial or "Ecclesiastical House," was built on the site of the residence, or presbytere, of the Capuchin monks. The building was used for commercial purposes until 1834 when it became a courthouse. In 1911, it became part of the Louisiana State Museum. Two exhibitions are on display-"Living with Hurricanes: Katrina and Beyond" tells of rescue, rebuilding and renewal, and "Mardi Gras: It's Carnival Time in Louisiana" captures the fun and fantasy of the annual celebration.
13
Start:Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
New Orleans, Louisiana·
4.5
(999) review
Nature reserve, consisting of several sections, preserves significant examples of the natural and cultural resources of the Mississippi Delta region.
14
Start:Lafayette Science Museum
Lafayette, Lafayette Parish, Louisiana·
4.5
(96) review
Step into the vibrant world of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette Science Museum, where curiosity knows no bounds!
15
Start:Houston Botanic Garden
Houston, Texas·
3.0
(9) review
8210 Park Place Blvd One Botanic Lane, Houston, TX 77017-3105
16
Start:Escape Artist Kingwood
Houston, Texas·
5.0
(84) review
Escape Artist Texas invites you to enter a world of your choosing. Be prepared for an exciting and challenging adventure of solving puzzles, cracking codes, and unraveling mysteries from within. Enjoy an escape from reality with 4-10 friends in 60 minutes while testing your wits. Book now to see if you have what it takes to become and Escape Artist or are you just another chump?!
17
Start:Smither Park
Houston, Texas·
4.5
(70) review
2402 Munger St, Houston, TX 77023-5140
18
Start:Houston Police Stables
Houston, Texas·
5.0
(8) review
5005 Little York Rd, Houston, TX 77016-2547
19
Start:Houston Grand Opera
Houston, Texas·
4.5
(94) review
Opera house in Houston that features opera presentations throughout the year.
20
Start:Lillie and Hugh Roy Cullen Sculpture Garden
Houston, Texas·
4.5
(96) review
900 Bissonnet St, Houston, TX 77005
21
Start:The Menil Collection
Houston, Texas·
4.5
(970) review
Houston philanthropists and art patrons John and Dominique de Menil established the Menil Foundation in 1954 to foster greater public understanding and appreciation of art, architecture, culture, religion, and philosophy. In 1987, the Menil Collection’s main museum building opened to the public. Today, the Menil Collection consists of a group of five art buildings and green spaces located within a residential neighborhood. The Menil remains committed to its founders’ belief that art is essential to human experience and fosters direct personal encounters with works of art. The museum welcomes all visitors free of charge to its buildings and surrounding green spaces.
22
Start:Reliant Park
Houston, Texas·
4.0
(99) review
1 Nrg Park, Houston, TX 77054-1574
23
Start:Jersey Meadow Golf Course
Houston, Texas·
4.0
(8) review
8502 Rio Grande St, Houston, TX 77040-1100
24
Start:Klaus Brewing
Houston, Texas·
4.0
(9) review
10142 Jones Rd, Houston, TX 77065-5680
25
Start:Museum of the American GI
College Station, Texas·
5.0
(72) review
The Museum of the American G.I is a living history museum dedicated to preserving the equipment, uniforms and memories of all American Servicemen and women.
26
Start:Grand Station Entertainment
College Station, Texas·
4.0
(62) review
Grand Station is the largest entertainment venue in Bryan/College Station offering a unique experience to BOWL, PLAY, and PARTY. Come BOWL on one of our 40 state of the art bowling lanes, PLAY with our Virtual Reality gaming system, incredible Laser Tag arena, mini-golf, or challenge your skills in our interactive arcade. Come PARTY with us! We will help you have a fun and exciting experience with any celebration. Private birthday party rooms and large corporate meeting rooms make your meeting or party complete.
27
Start:Benjamin Knox Gallery & Wine Depot
College Station, Texas·
4.5
(8) review
405 University Dr E, College Station, TX 77840-1731
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What's the driving distance between Lakeland and College Station?
The distance is 1,045 miles
What's the travel time between Lakeland and College Station?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 19h 20m mins in normal traffic
What are some of the best cities to visit between Lakeland and College Station?
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Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to College Station?
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The weather in College Station is generally mild year-round, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. See the links below for more information
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