Road trip from New Bedford to Columbia
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18h 14m915 miles21 stops
1
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.
2
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.
3
DCU Center
4
New Haven Railroad Station
5
The Blue Bar, Algonquin Hotel
Comfortable and classic, the lounge of the Algonquin Hotel is a New York landmark.
6
BrainXcape
7
Old City Hall
8
Baltimore Spirits Company
Be the master blender for the day! Blend your own bottle of Epoch Maryland Rye, Baltimore's first Maryland Rye to be produced in the city since the 1970s. In this unforgettable experience, your tour and blending experience will take between 1.5 and 2 hours. The highlight of the afternoon will be to taste and evaluate four of our barrel-finished Maryland Rye whiskeys, and then to create your own custom blended bottle of the spirits. Epoch Rye won Double-Gold Medals at both the 2018 and 2020 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. We take care of you from the time you walk in the door to ensure your perfect date, afternoon with friends, or a great gift for a whiskey fan. In addition to creating your own custom blend of our award-winning Pot-Distilled Maryland Rye, attendees also receive: • One delicious welcome cocktail • A compelling history lesson of Maryland Rye (15 minutes) • An up-close and personal distillery tour of our production facility and 650+ barrel rickhouse.
9
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
10
Rockwood Park
11
Possum Trot Golf Club
Recommended course noted for exceptional service and playing conditions.
12
Meher Spiritual Center
Meher Spiritual Center is a spiritual retreat and place of pilgrimage, dedicated to Avatar Meher Baba, for rest, meditation, and renewal of the spiritual life, for those who love and follow Meher Baba, and those who know of him and want to know more.
13
Tanger Outlets Myrtle Beach Hwy 17
Find great savings on merchandise from your favorite designer and name-brands direct from the manufacturer at stores like: Polo Ralph Lauren, Old Navy, Calvin Klein, Gap, Banana Republic, Ann Taylor, Kate Spade, Lucky Brand Jeans, Coach, Tommy Hilfiger and many more. Before you travel, check out the Tanger Outlet website to find the latest Coupons & Sales Offers for Tanger Outlets in Myrtle Beach. Or, when you arrive at the outlets, make your first stop Shopper Services to learn about the benefits of joining TangerClub (Tanger Club information is also available online). In Shopper Services you can purchase a coupon book full of great savings or if you are already a TangerClub member pick up a coupon book for free! Think Outlets, Think Tanger.
14
Studio Cellar
15
The Raleigh Market
Located on the historic N.C. State Fairgrounds, The Raleigh Market is recognized as one of the Top 10 flea markets in the U.S. Each weekend, indoor and outdoor vendors showcase vintage goods and antiques, collectibles, new items, thrift items, crafts, art, jewelry and so much more. Food trucks, farm stands and fair food ensure customers do not leave hungry! The Raleigh Market is open Saturdays and Sundays, 9 am - 5 pm. Admission and parking are free.
16
Game On Escapes & More
We offer family friendly escape games and a game show appealing to a variety of ages. Great for corporate events, team outings, and just a fun night out with friends and family.
17
Yale University Art Gallery
Yale University Art Gallery is the oldest college art museum in America. The Gallery’s encyclopedic holdings of more than 250,000 objects range from ancient times to the present day and represent civilizations from around the globe. Spanning a block and a half of the city of New Haven, Connecticut, the Gallery comprises three architecturally distinct buildings, including a masterpiece of modern architecture from 1953 designed by Louis Kahn through which visitors enter. The museum is free and open to the public.
18
Precision NY Chauffeur & Airport Transportation Services
Here at Precision NY Chauffeur & Airport Transportation Service, we offer limousine service and point to point transportation NYC. You can always depend on us for reliable transportation New York, New Jersey, Westchester, Connecticut, Washington DC, Pennsylvania, and Boston. Along with equitable rates and attentive service, we offer transfer services anywhere within the country. For your convenience, you may reserve any vehicle from our fleet vehicles up to 24 hours in advance, including the Lincoln MKT, Lincoln Town Car and Cadillac XTS. For larger parties or a more comfortable ride, we have Cadillac™ Escalades, Lincoln™ Navigators, and Chevy™ Suburbans. We also carry New 2023 and 2024 Mercedes S560s.
19
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!
20
Cylburn Arboretum
21
Howard Peters Rawlings Conservatory and Botanic Gardens of Baltimore
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OVERVIEW
New Bedford to Columbia
1
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.
2
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.
3
Start:DCU Center
Worcester, Massachusetts·
3.5
(93) review
50 Foster Street, Worcester, MA 01608-1305
4
Start:New Haven Railroad Station
New Haven, Connecticut·
4.0
(97) review
50 Union Ave, New Haven, CT 06519-1754
5
Start:The Blue Bar, Algonquin Hotel
New York City, New York·
4.0
(99) review
Comfortable and classic, the lounge of the Algonquin Hotel is a New York landmark.
6
Start:BrainXcape
New York City, New York·
5.0
(99) review
160 Broadway 3rd Fl, New York City, NY 10038
7
Start:Old City Hall
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(99) review
Independence Mall, Philadelphia, PA 19106
8
Start:Baltimore Spirits Company
Baltimore, Maryland·
5.0
(9) review
Be the master blender for the day! Blend your own bottle of Epoch Maryland Rye, Baltimore's first Maryland Rye to be produced in the city since the 1970s. In this unforgettable experience, your tour and blending experience will take between 1.5 and 2 hours. The highlight of the afternoon will be to taste and evaluate four of our barrel-finished Maryland Rye whiskeys, and then to create your own custom blended bottle of the spirits. Epoch Rye won Double-Gold Medals at both the 2018 and 2020 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. We take care of you from the time you walk in the door to ensure your perfect date, afternoon with friends, or a great gift for a whiskey fan. In addition to creating your own custom blend of our award-winning Pot-Distilled Maryland Rye, attendees also receive: • One delicious welcome cocktail • A compelling history lesson of Maryland Rye (15 minutes) • An up-close and personal distillery tour of our production facility and 650+ barrel rickhouse.
9
Start:St. Paul's Episcopal Church
Richmond, Virginia·
4.5
(94) review
815 E Grace St, Richmond, VA 23219-3409
10
Start:Rockwood Park
Richmond, Virginia·
5.0
(9) review
3401 Courthouse Rd, Richmond, VA 23236-1438
11
Start:Possum Trot Golf Club
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina·
3.5
(93) review
Recommended course noted for exceptional service and playing conditions.
12
Start:Meher Spiritual Center
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina·
5.0
(9) review
Meher Spiritual Center is a spiritual retreat and place of pilgrimage, dedicated to Avatar Meher Baba, for rest, meditation, and renewal of the spiritual life, for those who love and follow Meher Baba, and those who know of him and want to know more.
13
Start:Tanger Outlets Myrtle Beach Hwy 17
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina·
4.0
(929) review
Find great savings on merchandise from your favorite designer and name-brands direct from the manufacturer at stores like: Polo Ralph Lauren, Old Navy, Calvin Klein, Gap, Banana Republic, Ann Taylor, Kate Spade, Lucky Brand Jeans, Coach, Tommy Hilfiger and many more. Before you travel, check out the Tanger Outlet website to find the latest Coupons & Sales Offers for Tanger Outlets in Myrtle Beach. Or, when you arrive at the outlets, make your first stop Shopper Services to learn about the benefits of joining TangerClub (Tanger Club information is also available online). In Shopper Services you can purchase a coupon book full of great savings or if you are already a TangerClub member pick up a coupon book for free! Think Outlets, Think Tanger.
14
Start:Studio Cellar
Columbia, South Carolina·
5.0
(9) review
912 Lady St The Vista, Columbia, SC 29201-3106
15
Start:The Raleigh Market
Raleigh, North Carolina·
4.0
(96) review
Located on the historic N.C. State Fairgrounds, The Raleigh Market is recognized as one of the Top 10 flea markets in the U.S. Each weekend, indoor and outdoor vendors showcase vintage goods and antiques, collectibles, new items, thrift items, crafts, art, jewelry and so much more. Food trucks, farm stands and fair food ensure customers do not leave hungry! The Raleigh Market is open Saturdays and Sundays, 9 am - 5 pm. Admission and parking are free.
16
Start:Game On Escapes & More
Cary, North Carolina·
5.0
(98) review
We offer family friendly escape games and a game show appealing to a variety of ages. Great for corporate events, team outings, and just a fun night out with friends and family.
17
Start:Yale University Art Gallery
New Haven, Connecticut·
5.0
(984) review
Yale University Art Gallery is the oldest college art museum in America. The Gallery’s encyclopedic holdings of more than 250,000 objects range from ancient times to the present day and represent civilizations from around the globe. Spanning a block and a half of the city of New Haven, Connecticut, the Gallery comprises three architecturally distinct buildings, including a masterpiece of modern architecture from 1953 designed by Louis Kahn through which visitors enter. The museum is free and open to the public.
18
Start:Precision NY Chauffeur & Airport Transportation Services
New York City, New York·
5.0
(99) review
Here at Precision NY Chauffeur & Airport Transportation Service, we offer limousine service and point to point transportation NYC. You can always depend on us for reliable transportation New York, New Jersey, Westchester, Connecticut, Washington DC, Pennsylvania, and Boston. Along with equitable rates and attentive service, we offer transfer services anywhere within the country. For your convenience, you may reserve any vehicle from our fleet vehicles up to 24 hours in advance, including the Lincoln MKT, Lincoln Town Car and Cadillac XTS. For larger parties or a more comfortable ride, we have Cadillac™ Escalades, Lincoln™ Navigators, and Chevy™ Suburbans. We also carry New 2023 and 2024 Mercedes S560s.
19
Start:Dave & Buster's - Arcade
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania·
3.0
(98) 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!
20
Start:Cylburn Arboretum
Baltimore, Maryland·
4.5
(91) review
4915 Greenspring Ave, Baltimore, MD 21209-4698
21
Start:Howard Peters Rawlings Conservatory and Botanic Gardens of Baltimore
Baltimore, Maryland·
4.5
(99) review
3100 Swann Dr Druid Hill Park, Baltimore, MD 21217
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What's the driving distance between New Bedford and Columbia?
The distance is 915 miles
What's the travel time between New Bedford and Columbia?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 18h 14m mins in normal traffic
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The weather in Columbia is generally mild year-round, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. See the links below for more information
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