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ITINERARY
26h 43m1,413 miles16 stops
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Arizona Science Center
Located in the heart of Downtown Phoenix, Arizona Science Center has been a hub for science and discovery for the community and visitors. Featuring more than 300 hands-on exhibits, live demonstrations, a range of interactive online science content, the state-of-the-art Dorrance Planetarium, and the five-story Irene P. Flinn Giant Screen Theater– Arizona Science Center offers programs for all ages. For further details, please visit azscience.org.
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Saint James Cathedral
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Cowiche Canyon Trail
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Single Hill Brewing
SINGLE HILL BREWING COMPANY is a social space and brewery located in the heart of Cascadian hop country. Outdoor patio seating. Food trucks. Family friendly. We offer familiar daily beers as well as experimental beers. Located in the heart of downtown Yakima, WA.
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Majestic Theatre
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Section 37 Axe Room
7
Ann Morrison Park
8
Boise State University
Idaho's metropolitan college is located one mile from the downtown area.
9
The Docksiders
America's Favorite Yacht Rock band has now become Las Vegas' first Yacht Rock residency. Every THURSDAY - 7pm at Notoriety (on the corner of Fremont St & Las Vegas Blvd). This is Las Vegas' most exciting new show!
10
The Toy Shack
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Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament
12
The Rat Pack is Back
The number 1 Rat Pack show in the world, now in its' 24th year. The only show of its' kind with an award from the Congress of the United States of America, a full time show running in Las Vegas and national and international touring companies, appearances in over 40 states, 8000 performances and over 3 million satisfied customers.
13
Troon North Golf Club Monument Course
The Monument Course, which opened in 1990, was conceived by legendary golfer Tom Weiskopf and Architect Jay Morrish. In 2007, the course underwent a major renovation project, led by Tom Weiskopf. An entirely new playing experience was created by exchanging its front nine holes with the front nine of its sibling course, the Pinnacle Course, and changing the sequence in which the holes are played. Hallmarks of the course include balance, variety and immaculate course conditions.
14
Wild West Horse Adventures
Experience the Sonoran Desert the way it was intended, on horseback. We offer private trail rides in the Sonoran Preserve. They are maintained to provide the most exceptional experience that you'll remember for a lifetime. Let's hit the trails!
15
Lucky Peak State Park
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Gas Works Park
From industrial sludge to family fun: this urban park features an industrial plant-turned kiddie play area as well as a beautiful lake and picnic area.
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OVERVIEW
1
Start:Arizona Science Center
Phoenix, Arizona·
4.0
(967) review
Located in the heart of Downtown Phoenix, Arizona Science Center has been a hub for science and discovery for the community and visitors. Featuring more than 300 hands-on exhibits, live demonstrations, a range of interactive online science content, the state-of-the-art Dorrance Planetarium, and the five-story Irene P. Flinn Giant Screen Theater– Arizona Science Center offers programs for all ages. For further details, please visit azscience.org.
2
Start:Saint James Cathedral
Seattle, Washington·
4.5
(99) review
804 9th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104-1296
3
Start:Cowiche Canyon Trail
Yakima, Washington·
4.5
(80) review
Cowiche Canyon Road, Yakima, WA
4
Start:Single Hill Brewing
Yakima, Washington·
5.0
(9) review
SINGLE HILL BREWING COMPANY is a social space and brewery located in the heart of Cascadian hop country. Outdoor patio seating. Food trucks. Family friendly. We offer familiar daily beers as well as experimental beers. Located in the heart of downtown Yakima, WA.
5
Start:Majestic Theatre
Yakima, Washington·
4.0
(9) review
1919 S 14th St, Yakima, WA 98903-1282
6
Start:Section 37 Axe Room
Boise, Idaho·
4.5
(9) review
10535 W Overland Rd, Boise, ID 83709-1436
7
Start:Ann Morrison Park
Boise, Idaho·
4.5
(96) review
1000 S Americana Blvd near Capitol and Americana boulevards, Boise, ID 83702
8
Start:Boise State University
Boise, Idaho·
4.5
(91) review
Idaho's metropolitan college is located one mile from the downtown area.
9
Start:The Docksiders
Las Vegas, Nevada·
5.0
(9) review
America's Favorite Yacht Rock band has now become Las Vegas' first Yacht Rock residency. Every THURSDAY - 7pm at Notoriety (on the corner of Fremont St & Las Vegas Blvd). This is Las Vegas' most exciting new show!
10
Start:The Toy Shack
Las Vegas, Nevada·
4.0
(99) review
450 Fremont St Ste 117, Las Vegas, NV 89101-5623
11
Start:Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament
Scottsdale, Arizona·
4.0
(95) review
9051 East Via De Ventura, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
12
Start:The Rat Pack is Back
Las Vegas, Nevada·
4.0
(999) review
The number 1 Rat Pack show in the world, now in its' 24th year. The only show of its' kind with an award from the Congress of the United States of America, a full time show running in Las Vegas and national and international touring companies, appearances in over 40 states, 8000 performances and over 3 million satisfied customers.
13
Start:Troon North Golf Club Monument Course
Scottsdale, Arizona·
4.5
(96) review
The Monument Course, which opened in 1990, was conceived by legendary golfer Tom Weiskopf and Architect Jay Morrish. In 2007, the course underwent a major renovation project, led by Tom Weiskopf. An entirely new playing experience was created by exchanging its front nine holes with the front nine of its sibling course, the Pinnacle Course, and changing the sequence in which the holes are played. Hallmarks of the course include balance, variety and immaculate course conditions.
14
Start:Wild West Horse Adventures
Scottsdale, Arizona·
5.0
(97) review
Experience the Sonoran Desert the way it was intended, on horseback. We offer private trail rides in the Sonoran Preserve. They are maintained to provide the most exceptional experience that you'll remember for a lifetime. Let's hit the trails!
15
Start:Lucky Peak State Park
Boise, Idaho·
4.5
(95) review
74 Arrowrock Rd, Boise, ID 83716-5050
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Start:Gas Works Park
Seattle, Washington·
4.5
(995) review
From industrial sludge to family fun: this urban park features an industrial plant-turned kiddie play area as well as a beautiful lake and picnic area.
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What's the driving distance between Seattle and Tempe?
The distance is 1,413 miles
What's the travel time between Seattle and Tempe?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 26h 43m mins in normal traffic
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