Road trip from Macon to Charleston
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ITINERARY
5h 22m273 miles18 stops
1
Coastal Elite Picnic's
Coastal Elite Picnics is here to create the perfect picnic for any occasion. Whether it is a proposal, engagement, bridal shower, birthday, date night, or kids party, we are here to provide a unique experience. We provide everything you can think of that makes the perfect picnic experience, from beautifully decorated tables, blankets and cushions to a spread of delicious food and a cooler filled with ice to keep your drinks cold.
2
Crosswinds Golf Club
3
Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens
A unit of University of Georgia Extension, CGBG is a historic property with trees and farm buildings dating to the 1920s, 30s and 40s, when "the Bamboo Farm" was an active USDA Plant Introduction Station. Today, new gardens and paths are being developed and installed. By increasing the plant diversity on the 51-acre property, CGBG aims to bring people in touch with the wonders and beauty of the plant world. Admission charge, free parking and amenities include a Gift Shop and two public restrooms on site. Among the gardens to enjoy include the Woodland Shade Garden, Whiet Garden, Water Garden, Garden for All Abilities, Orchid House, Mediterranean Garden, Rose Garden and Judge Arthur Solomon Camellia Trail. Numerous cold-hardy palms, bamboo species and camellia species are highlights in our botanical collection.
4
Front Porch Improv
Savannah's finest and funniest comedy group, Front Porch Improv, mixes improv games, improv scenes and stories into a seamless, spontaneous and unscripted theatrical experience. Front Porch Improv is known for fast-paced improv show that feature the best improvisers using the audience's suggestions as fuel. The all-star cast will invent custom-made fun that is guaranteed to make you laugh. Shows are not recommended for those 16 years and older (unless your kid is cool).
5
Cathedral of St. John the Baptist
The oldest Roman Catholic church in Georgia.
6
Chef Joe Randall's Cooking School
Cooking School
7
Magnolia Plantation & Gardens
South Carolina's Most Visited Plantation and Gardens. National Registry of Historic Places. Ancient Oak Avenue. Tours full of History. World Famous Gardens of the 19th Century "Romantic Style". Selected by Travel + Leisure (2014) as the only South Carolina garden deemed one of "America's Most Beautiful Gardens". Reconstruction Period Plantation Home Tour. Award Winning Slave Cabin Tour. Very popular Nature-Train Tour. Rice Field Boat Tour. Family Oriented. Petting Zoo and Nature Center. Audubon Swamp Self-Guided Tour. Amazing Nesting Rookery. If you have only one Plantation to see, don't miss us!
8
Sea Glass Therapeutic Massage
Located in the West Ashley section of Charleston, Sea Glass Therapeutic Massage offers Swedish, therapeutic, deep tissue, couples and hot stone massage. If you prefer massage at your own location, we will be happy to come to you. Travel and setup fee applies for mobile massage.
9
Serenity Tree Yoga
Serenity Tree Yoga offers Weekly Beach Yoga classes on Folly Beach, Sullivan’s Island and in Mount Pleasant. We also offer Bachelorette Yoga, Wedding Day Yoga, Birthday Yoga, Private Yoga and much, much more!! Please reach out to us through our Facebook page or you can email us directly at [email protected]
10
Cellar Experience
Cellar Experience was founded to make the world of wine accessible to everyone. Offering regularly scheduled wine classes and wines by the glass or bottle when classes are not in progress. Cellar Experience is a unique way to share your love of wine with others in a relaxed, fun environment. Seating is limited for classes so reservations are recommended but drop on in during other hours.
11
Defined: Therapeutic Massage
With over 11 years of experience in therapeutic massage, DEFINED: Therapeutic Massage has been helping the LowCountry Move, Feel, & BE Better by taking a personalized approach to YOUR therapeutic massage needs!
12
Break Out Charleston
Three rooms, three unique play styles. Our games are great for all ages. Every room provides you with challenges and fun. Each puzzle is designed for intense cooperation and to inspire people to work together. You have 60 minutes...Can you BREAK OUT?
13
Avery Research Center
ANNOUNCEMENT: The Avery Research Center is Temporarily Closing for Renovations February 1st-October 15th, 2017. The College of Charleston’s Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture will be closed to the public February 1st, 2017 through October 15th, 2017, to implement a major improvement project to replace the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems throughout the building. These crucial renovations will greatly enhance the building’s archival storage conditions. During this renovation phase from Feb. 1st to Oct. 15th, 2017, the Avery building will be closed and there will be NO ACCESS to the Avery Research Center’s archival collections, no new acquisitions of archival materials, and no on-site tours or public or private programs. The Avery Research Center's faculty and staff will be temporarily relocated to the College of Charleston's Addlestone Library. Please continue to contact Avery faculty and staff members via their individual College of Charleston emails throughout the renovation. We are very excited about these renovations and apologize for any inconvenience. Thank you for your support!
14
Sottile Theatre
15
The Black Fedora Comedy Mystery Theatre
Live theatre featuring clean comic whodunit shows, volunteer audience participation, a la carte appetizers, homemade desserts, and drinks -- at the downtown City Market. “Uproarious entertainment” - Thrillist.com
16
French Huguenot Church
This beautiful church dates back to 1844 and is the only French Hugenot church in the country that still gives the liturgy in French.
17
Escape in 60
Located in beautiful downtown Charleston at the heart of the Market on Market Street. In the middle of all of the action, attractions, restaurants, shops and bars. Escape In 60 is a fun, new entertainment concept to the Charleston. Each Escape Room is a real life adventure game designed for groups. Find hidden clues, solve riddles, puzzles, challenges and more. Take a break from all the Charleston history with an hour of interactive mystery!
18
Edmondston-Alston House
Constructed nearly 200 years ago, circa 1825, the Edmondston-Alston House presents a unique history of the people, both free and enslaved, who lived and labored on this property. Its collection of furniture, silver and decorative arts, largely original to those who owned the house, constitutes a rich, complex history of Charleston in the 19th century. Commanding a magnificent view of Charleston Harbor, the Edmondston-Alston House has witnessed many historic moments in the port city’s history. One of the oldest houses along the High Battery, it withstood the American Civil War, the Earthquake of 1886, and numerous hurricanes; it has survived to share a piece of Charleston history.
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Macon to Charleston
1
Start:Coastal Elite Picnic's
Savannah, Georgia·
(0) review
Coastal Elite Picnics is here to create the perfect picnic for any occasion. Whether it is a proposal, engagement, bridal shower, birthday, date night, or kids party, we are here to provide a unique experience. We provide everything you can think of that makes the perfect picnic experience, from beautifully decorated tables, blankets and cushions to a spread of delicious food and a cooler filled with ice to keep your drinks cold.
2
Start:Crosswinds Golf Club
Savannah, Georgia·
4.5
(66) review
232 James B Blackburn Dr, Savannah, GA 31408-8064
3
Start:Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens
Savannah, Georgia·
4.0
(96) review
A unit of University of Georgia Extension, CGBG is a historic property with trees and farm buildings dating to the 1920s, 30s and 40s, when "the Bamboo Farm" was an active USDA Plant Introduction Station. Today, new gardens and paths are being developed and installed. By increasing the plant diversity on the 51-acre property, CGBG aims to bring people in touch with the wonders and beauty of the plant world. Admission charge, free parking and amenities include a Gift Shop and two public restrooms on site. Among the gardens to enjoy include the Woodland Shade Garden, Whiet Garden, Water Garden, Garden for All Abilities, Orchid House, Mediterranean Garden, Rose Garden and Judge Arthur Solomon Camellia Trail. Numerous cold-hardy palms, bamboo species and camellia species are highlights in our botanical collection.
4
Start:Front Porch Improv
Savannah, Georgia·
5.0
(91) review
Savannah's finest and funniest comedy group, Front Porch Improv, mixes improv games, improv scenes and stories into a seamless, spontaneous and unscripted theatrical experience. Front Porch Improv is known for fast-paced improv show that feature the best improvisers using the audience's suggestions as fuel. The all-star cast will invent custom-made fun that is guaranteed to make you laugh. Shows are not recommended for those 16 years and older (unless your kid is cool).
5
Start:Cathedral of St. John the Baptist
Savannah, Georgia·
5.0
(9819) review
The oldest Roman Catholic church in Georgia.
6
Start:Chef Joe Randall's Cooking School
Savannah, Georgia·
4.5
(91) review
Cooking School
7
Start:Magnolia Plantation & Gardens
Charleston, South Carolina·
4.0
(7271) review
South Carolina's Most Visited Plantation and Gardens. National Registry of Historic Places. Ancient Oak Avenue. Tours full of History. World Famous Gardens of the 19th Century "Romantic Style". Selected by Travel + Leisure (2014) as the only South Carolina garden deemed one of "America's Most Beautiful Gardens". Reconstruction Period Plantation Home Tour. Award Winning Slave Cabin Tour. Very popular Nature-Train Tour. Rice Field Boat Tour. Family Oriented. Petting Zoo and Nature Center. Audubon Swamp Self-Guided Tour. Amazing Nesting Rookery. If you have only one Plantation to see, don't miss us!
8
Start:Sea Glass Therapeutic Massage
Charleston, South Carolina·
5.0
(9) review
Located in the West Ashley section of Charleston, Sea Glass Therapeutic Massage offers Swedish, therapeutic, deep tissue, couples and hot stone massage. If you prefer massage at your own location, we will be happy to come to you. Travel and setup fee applies for mobile massage.
9
Start:Serenity Tree Yoga
Charleston, South Carolina·
5.0
(59) review
Serenity Tree Yoga offers Weekly Beach Yoga classes on Folly Beach, Sullivan’s Island and in Mount Pleasant. We also offer Bachelorette Yoga, Wedding Day Yoga, Birthday Yoga, Private Yoga and much, much more!! Please reach out to us through our Facebook page or you can email us directly at [email protected]
10
Start:Cellar Experience
Charleston, South Carolina·
5.0
(5) review
Cellar Experience was founded to make the world of wine accessible to everyone. Offering regularly scheduled wine classes and wines by the glass or bottle when classes are not in progress. Cellar Experience is a unique way to share your love of wine with others in a relaxed, fun environment. Seating is limited for classes so reservations are recommended but drop on in during other hours.
11
Start:Defined: Therapeutic Massage
Charleston, South Carolina·
5.0
(8) review
With over 11 years of experience in therapeutic massage, DEFINED: Therapeutic Massage has been helping the LowCountry Move, Feel, & BE Better by taking a personalized approach to YOUR therapeutic massage needs!
12
Start:Break Out Charleston
Charleston, South Carolina·
5.0
(675) review
Three rooms, three unique play styles. Our games are great for all ages. Every room provides you with challenges and fun. Each puzzle is designed for intense cooperation and to inspire people to work together. You have 60 minutes...Can you BREAK OUT?
13
Start:Avery Research Center
Charleston, South Carolina·
4.5
(9) review
ANNOUNCEMENT: The Avery Research Center is Temporarily Closing for Renovations February 1st-October 15th, 2017. The College of Charleston’s Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture will be closed to the public February 1st, 2017 through October 15th, 2017, to implement a major improvement project to replace the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems throughout the building. These crucial renovations will greatly enhance the building’s archival storage conditions. During this renovation phase from Feb. 1st to Oct. 15th, 2017, the Avery building will be closed and there will be NO ACCESS to the Avery Research Center’s archival collections, no new acquisitions of archival materials, and no on-site tours or public or private programs. The Avery Research Center's faculty and staff will be temporarily relocated to the College of Charleston's Addlestone Library. Please continue to contact Avery faculty and staff members via their individual College of Charleston emails throughout the renovation. We are very excited about these renovations and apologize for any inconvenience. Thank you for your support!
14
Start:Sottile Theatre
Charleston, South Carolina·
4.0
(9) review
44 George St, Charleston, SC 29401-1423
15
Start:The Black Fedora Comedy Mystery Theatre
Charleston, South Carolina·
4.5
(993) review
Live theatre featuring clean comic whodunit shows, volunteer audience participation, a la carte appetizers, homemade desserts, and drinks -- at the downtown City Market. “Uproarious entertainment” - Thrillist.com
16
Start:French Huguenot Church
Charleston, South Carolina·
4.5
(90) review
This beautiful church dates back to 1844 and is the only French Hugenot church in the country that still gives the liturgy in French.
17
Start:Escape in 60
Charleston, South Carolina·
5.0
(975) review
Located in beautiful downtown Charleston at the heart of the Market on Market Street. In the middle of all of the action, attractions, restaurants, shops and bars. Escape In 60 is a fun, new entertainment concept to the Charleston. Each Escape Room is a real life adventure game designed for groups. Find hidden clues, solve riddles, puzzles, challenges and more. Take a break from all the Charleston history with an hour of interactive mystery!
18
Start:Edmondston-Alston House
Charleston, South Carolina·
4.5
(992) review
Constructed nearly 200 years ago, circa 1825, the Edmondston-Alston House presents a unique history of the people, both free and enslaved, who lived and labored on this property. Its collection of furniture, silver and decorative arts, largely original to those who owned the house, constitutes a rich, complex history of Charleston in the 19th century. Commanding a magnificent view of Charleston Harbor, the Edmondston-Alston House has witnessed many historic moments in the port city’s history. One of the oldest houses along the High Battery, it withstood the American Civil War, the Earthquake of 1886, and numerous hurricanes; it has survived to share a piece of Charleston history.
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What's the driving distance between Macon and Charleston?
The distance is 273 miles
What's the travel time between Macon and Charleston?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 5h 22m mins in normal traffic
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The weather in Charleston is generally mild year-round, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. See the links below for more information
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