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Road Trip: The Best Route to Drive from Columbus to New York City - Incredible Stops

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Road Trip: The Best Route to Drive from Columbus to New York City - Incredible Stops

I-80 or I-70 and I-76 to drive to New York City from Columbus, Ohio? I think you can take the both. Take I-80 to set out and take I-70 and I-76 to come back. The one part of 80 that is interesting is between Brookville and Bellefonte, it is a very scenic, mountainous drive. And 70/76 is a nice drive but most of it is a toll road, there are many things to do along this way (details as below). Here, we collected best routes, fun attractions, and best ways that help you plan a memorable road trip from Columbus to New York City.

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Road Trip from Columbus to New York City

Routes

Columbus - Akron - Brookville - Bellefonte - New York City - Reading - Harrisburg - Wheeling - Columbus

Road Trip from Columbus to New York

Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens (Akron)

A real gem in Akron, Ohio! Historically fascinating as well as a horticultural masterpiece. This is one of the largest mansions in the US. Built for the Seiberling family that founded The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company. It is an excellent example of how the wealthy lived in those days. The grounds are exquisite. Expect to spend several hours. Spring summer or fall, it is great place to visit. The conservatory and gift shop are gems too. They also offer play areas for little visitors.

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Brookville to Bellefonte

The one part of 80 that is interesting is between Brookville and Bellefonte, it is a very scenic, mountainous drive.

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New York City

Conquering New York in one visit is impossible. Instead, hit the must-sees – the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, the Metropolitan Museum of Art – and then explore off the beaten path with visits to The Cloisters or one of the city’s libraries. Indulge in the bohemian shops of the West Village or the fine dining of the Upper West Side. The bustling marketplace inside of Grand Central Station gives you a literal taste of the best the city has to offer.

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Things to do in New York

New York City Explorer Pass: 90+ Tours & Attractions: $64 per adult

Early Access Statue of Liberty with Pedestal & Ellis Island: $59 per adult

Skip-the-Line Metropolitan Museum of Art Tickets: $25 per adult

Empire State Building 86th Floor Observation Deck Ticket: from $30.51

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Pagoda (Reading)

You get a great view of the city of Reading. There is a little snack area on the bottom floor with a gift shop about halfway up is a little museum with an object related to berks history. The gift shop offers any number of pagoda souvenirs including the beautiful pagoda, sterling silver charm, suitable for addition to Pandora and Chamilia bracelets, made by local jeweler Justin Bortz. The mini-museum, found on the way to the top of the structure, was really interesting; detailing how the Pagoda came to be. The view is incredible and well worth the trip to the top.

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Pennsylvania State Capitol (Harrisburg)

Pennsylvania State Capitol, with its vaulted dome and grand staircase and the murals and painted floors inside, is thing to behold. Outstanding architecture, priceless artwork, and a breathtaking Rotunda as you enter the Capital. Truly a landmark and must-see for the beauty inside and out that make this building a great architectural marvel and an impressive place for the state's legislature to work.

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Suspension Bridge (Wheeling)

The bridge actually rises as you head toward Wheeling Island as the Ohio River is frequently used to transports good up and down the river including large coal barges. The bridge built to complete the National Road, and the world's longest suspension bridge when it was constructed in the 1850s. It is a must-see in Wheeling West Virginia, one of the oldest and most majestic bridges in America.