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Things to see in Amherstburg (Canada): 8 places and when to go
Amherstburg is a town in Canada, and this site lists 8 places in and around it, mainly Temples (3), Museums and art (2), Nature (1). The best known are Pointe Mouillee State Game Area, Amherstburg First Baptist Church and Christ Church, Amherstburg. The best time to come is February and May to October; also possible: November to January and March to April. In June there are 15 h 03 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 57. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Canada · 42.102, -83.1058
- Places
- 8 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Temples (3) · Museums and art (2) · Nature (1) · Wildlife (1) · History (1) · Architecture (1)
- Best time
- February and May to October.
- Also possible
- November to January and March to April.
- Nearest airport
- YYZ Toronto, 333 km as the crow flies
What to see in Amherstburg
The places in and around Amherstburg, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Pointe Mouillee State Game AreaProtected area in Michigan, U.S3.1 km
- Amherstburg First Baptist ChurchChurch building in Amherstburg, Ontario, Canada75 m
- Christ Church, AmherstburgChurch building in Amherstburg, Ontario, Canada436 m
- Detroit River LightLighthouse in Michigan, United States12 km
- White SandsBeach in Ontario, Canada2.7 km
- Amherstburg Freedom MuseumHouse in Amherstburg, Ontario, Canada84 m
- St. John the Baptist ChurchChurch building in Amherstburg, Ontario, Canada202 m
- Essex County Steam & Gas Engine MuseumMuseum13 km
When to go to Amherstburg
The best time to visit Amherstburg is February and May to October; also possible: November to January and March to April. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:15
- FebBest time10:21
- MarPossible11:40
- AprPossible13:09
- MayBest time14:23
- JunBest time15:03
- JulBest time14:47
- AugBest time13:42
- SepBest time12:16
- OctBest time10:50
- NovPossible9:34
- DecPossible8:57
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 03 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 57. In June, 8 of the 8 places are at their best.
When to go to Canada in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Amherstburg
The nearest main airport is Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ, Toronto), 333 km as the crow flies. How to get around Canada (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Harrow16 places22 km
- Windsor, Ontario8 places24 km
- Pelee Island7 places51 km
- Ridgetown6 places107 km
- Fingal5 places157 km
- Grand Bend5 places171 km
And all of Canada, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Amherstburg?
The best known: Pointe Mouillee State Game Area, Amherstburg First Baptist Church, Christ Church, Amherstburg, Detroit River Light, White Sands. In all, 8 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Amherstburg?
February and May to October; also possible: November to January and March to April. In June there are 15 h 03 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 57.
How do you get to Amherstburg?
The nearest main airport is Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), 333 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Amherstburg as the destination and these 8 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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