Family-Friendly Two-Day Road Trip from Pewee Valley, KY to St. Paul, MN with Timed Afternoon Stop

Day 1: Drive & Explore

Pewee Valley, KY to Champaign, IL on May 11, 2025

6:00am

Depart Pewee Valley, KY

Begin your road trip early in the morning to fit family-friendly stops along the route.
Fuel approx USD15, 2h15m

8:15am

Pass through Lafayette, IN

Drive through Lafayette without stopping this time to keep the main family stop at a perfect midday hour.
Free, 0m

11:45am

Drive towards Crawfordsville, IN

Continue the journey, preparing to stop at 1:00pm as planned for lunch and activity.
Fuel approx USD15, 1h15m

1:00pm

Visit Rugged Cross Mini Golf & Lunch at The Gathering Grounds - Crawfordsville, IN

Enjoy a combined fun mini golf experience and have a relaxing family lunch at The Gathering Grounds offering kid-friendly menu items.
Mini Golf USD7 per person, Lunch approx USD12 per person, 2h

3:00pm

Drive to Champaign, IL

Resume your trip westward to Champaign, aiming to explore and have dinner there.
Fuel approx USD25, 2h45m

5:45pm

Visit Hessel Park - Champaign, IL

Arrive to enjoy late afternoon playtime at this large family-friendly park with playgrounds and open areas.
Free, 45m

6:30pm

Dinner at Black Dog Smoke & Ale House - Champaign, IL

Dine on delicious barbecue dishes with plenty of options suitable for all family members.
USD18 per person approx, 1h
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Day 2: Drive & Discover

Champaign, IL to St. Paul, MN on May 12, 2025

6:00am

Depart Champaign, IL

Early start to maximize time for stops during your journey to St. Paul.
Fuel approx USD15, 3h

9:15am

Stop at Moline, IL - Discovery Center Museum

Explore this interactive children's museum from 9 AM to 5 PM, perfect for a family-friendly break.
USD8 per person, 45m

10:00am

Drive to Davenport, IA

Short 20-minute drive to the cultural spot of Davenport for art appreciation with family.
Fuel approx USD5, 20m

10:30am

Visit the Figge Art Museum - Davenport, IA

Enjoy family-friendly art exhibits from 10 AM to 5 PM that engage children and adults alike.
USD10 per person, 1h

11:30am

Lunch at Machine Shed Restaurant - Davenport, IA

Savor classic Midwestern comfort food with diverse family-friendly options.
USD15 per person approx, 1h

12:30pm

Drive to St. Paul, MN

Final leg of the road trip, heading north to St. Paul for your destination arrival.
Fuel approx USD35, 3h30m

4:00pm

Check-in and Rest - St. Paul, MN

Unwind at your accommodation and refresh after the trip.
Varies by hotel, 1h

5:15pm

Dinner at The Malt House - St. Paul, MN

Celebrate the end of your journey with a hearty dinner offering varied family-friendly meals.
USD20 per person approx, 1h
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