Quilt Shop and Niagara Falls Road Trip Loop from Murfreesboro, TN to Finger Lakes, NY and Stockbridge, MA

Day 1: Tennessee to Kentucky

Murfreesboro, TN to Louisville, KY on May 28, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Wild Eggs - Murfreesboro

Start your day with hearty Southern breakfast staples and coffee at Wild Eggs, open from 7am to prepare you for travel and shopping.
USD10-15, 1h

9:00am

The Quilted Bear - Nashville, TN

Kick off the quilting adventure at this well-regarded shop offering a wide variety of fabrics and patterns.
USD0, 1h

11:00am

Drive to Louisville, KY

Enjoy a 3.5-hour scenic drive heading northeast to Louisville for the next quilt stop.
USD0, 3h30m

3:00pm

Louisville Sewing Center - Louisville, KY

Explore one of Kentucky’s premier quilt and sewing stores offering extensive fabrics and supplies.
USD0, 1h

6:30pm

Dinner at Doc Crow's Southern Smokehouse & Raw Bar - Louisville, KY

Savor Southern BBQ and fresh seafood in a stylish venue open until 10pm.
USD25-40, 1h30m

Day 2: Kentucky to Ohio and Pennsylvania

Louisville, KY to Pittsburgh, PA on May 29, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Please & Thank You - Louisville

Easy morning coffee and pastries at this relaxed café open from 7am.
USD5-10, 45m

9:00am

Drive to Cincinnati, OH

Travel 1.5 hours northeast to Cincinnati for more quilting stops.
USD0, 1h30m

10:30am

Quiltsville - Cincinnati, OH

A popular local quilt shop that offers fabric, patterns and helpful staff for all skill levels.
USD0, 1h

12:30pm

Lunch at Sotto - Cincinnati, OH

Enjoy rustic Italian dishes in a cozy setting, serving lunch until 2:30pm.
USD20-35, 1h

2:00pm

Femme Fatale Fabrics - Cincinnati, OH

Browse curated selections of designer and quilting fabrics in this boutique.
USD0, 1h

3:30pm

Drive to Pittsburgh, PA

Embark on a 4-hour drive northeast to Pittsburgh, your gateway to Pennsylvania quilting stops.
USD0, 4h

7:30pm

Dinner at The Church Brew Works - Pittsburgh, PA

Enjoy pub fare in a stunning church-converted setting, open until 10pm.
USD20-30, 1h30m

Day 3: Finger Lakes, NY

Pittsburgh, PA to Finger Lakes, NY on May 30, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Square Café - Pittsburgh, PA

Start the day with fresh, local breakfast options at this farm-to-table spot open from 8am.
USD15-20, 1h

9:00am

Stitched Studio & Quilt Shop - Pittsburgh, PA

Visit this popular quilt shop offering diverse fabrics and classes with a friendly vibe.
USD0, 1h

11:00am

Drive to Finger Lakes Region, NY

Set off on a scenic 4.5-hour drive to the Finger Lakes region, known for lakes, vineyards, and artisan shops.
USD0, 4h30m

4:00pm

Hooray Quilt Co. - Rochester, NY

Stop to shop for unique quilting fabrics and kits just north of Finger Lakes.
USD0, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Flask & Field - Geneva, NY

Enjoy farm-to-table dining focused on local ingredients in an inviting atmosphere, open until 9pm.
USD25-35, 1h30m

Day 4: Niagara Falls Visit

Finger Lakes, NY to Niagara Falls, NY on May 31, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at local café in Finger Lakes

Have a quick breakfast at a café near your hotel to fuel up before heading to Niagara Falls.
USD10-15, 1h

9:00am

Drive to Niagara Falls, NY

Approximate 2.5-hour drive northwest to reach the iconic Niagara Falls National Park.
USD0, 2h30m

12:00pm

Visit Niagara Falls State Park

Explore the breathtaking falls with walking trails, observation points, and the famous Maid of the Mist boat tour (seasonal, opens 9am to 5pm).
USD25 Maid of the Mist, 2h

2:30pm

Quilt Shops in Niagara Region

Visit local quilting shops such as The Quilters Cupboard in Lewiston, NY, offering fabrics and local crafts.
USD0, 1h

5:30pm

Dinner at Top of the Falls Restaurant - Niagara Falls, NY

Dine with spectacular views overlooking the falls, perfect for relaxing after a day of sightseeing.
USD25-40, 1h30m

Day 5: Niagara Falls to Stockbridge, MA

Niagara Falls, NY to Stockbridge, MA on June 1, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Niagara Falls café

Enjoy a hearty breakfast locally before the longer drive to Massachusetts.
USD10-15, 1h

8:00am

Drive to Stockbridge, MA

A scenic 6.5-hour drive east into Western Massachusetts, preparing to explore Norman Rockwell’s hometown.
USD0, 6h30m

3:00pm

Norman Rockwell Museum - Stockbridge, MA

Visit this fascinating museum showcasing iconic American art, open 9:30am to 5pm, perfect for art and history lovers.
USD25, 2h

5:30pm

Stockbridge Quilt Shop Visit

Discover local quilt shops in charming Stockbridge offering fabrics and handmade goods in a picturesque New England town.
USD0, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Red Lion Inn - Stockbridge, MA

Dine in historic ambiance with excellent American cuisine, open until 9pm.
USD30-45, 1h30m

Day 6: Return via Quilt Shops

Stockbridge, MA back to Murfreesboro, TN on June 2, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at local café in Stockbridge

Grab a quick breakfast before starting the journey south with stops at quilt shops along the way.
USD10-15, 1h

9:00am

Drive to Lancaster, PA

Drive approximately 3.5 hours southwest to Pennsylvania’s Amish region, known for quilting traditions.
USD0, 3h30m

12:30pm

Lunch at a local Lancaster eatery

Enjoy hearty Pennsylvania Dutch cuisine, fueling up before visiting quilt shops.
USD15-25, 1h

2:00pm

Quilt Shops in Lancaster, PA

Explore several renowned quilt shops in this region, offering traditional and Amish quilting fabrics and patterns.
USD0, 1h30m

3:30pm

Drive to Nashville, TN

Embark on a long approximately 9-hour drive back to Nashville, TN, resting overnight ready for last day drive home.
USD0, 9h

7:00pm

Dinner - en route stops or in Nashville

Stop for dinner at a convenient place along the route or enjoy Nashville’s vibrant dining scene.
USD15-30, 1h

Day 7: Final Leg to Murfreesboro

Nashville, TN to Murfreesboro, TN on June 3, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast in Nashville

Enjoy a classic Nashville breakfast for energy before the final short drive.
USD10-15, 1h

9:30am

Drive to Murfreesboro, TN

Short 40-minute drive back home to Murfreesboro to conclude your quilting road trip filled with inspiration and memories.
USD0, 40m