Total distance: 1,600 miles
Time: 25 hours
Route:
1. Take I-35 N from Texas to Oklahoma.
2. Continue on I-35 N through Kansas and Missouri.
3. Take I-70 E through Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio.
4. Take I-79 S into North Carolina.
5. Take I-40 E to your final destination in North Carolina.
Stops:
- _In Oklahoma:_ Visit the Oklahoma City Zoo and Will Rogers Memorial.
- _In Kansas:_ Visit the Kansas City Zoo and the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art.
- _In Missouri:_ Visit the St. Louis Zoo and the Gateway Arch.
- _In Illinois:_ Visit the Chicago Cultural Center and the Field Museum.
- _In Indiana:_ Visit the Indianapolis Zoo and the Indiana State Museum.
- _In Ohio:_ Visit the Cincinnati Zoo and the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- _In North Carolina:_ Visit the North Carolina Zoo and the North Carolina Museum of Art.
Tips:
- _Start your trip early._ This will give you plenty of time to make stops and avoid traffic.
- _Bring snacks and drinks._ This will help you save money and stay hydrated on your trip.
- _Be prepared for weather conditions._ The weather can vary greatly along your route, so be sure to pack accordingly.
- _Take breaks._ Get out of the car and stretch your legs every few hours to avoid fatigue.
