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Things to see in Ames, Iowa (United States): 9 places and when to go
Ames, Iowa is a town in United States with around 57,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 9 places in and around it, mainly History (4), Architecture (3), With kids (2). The best known are East Indian Creek Bridge, Keigley Branch Bridge and Calamus Creek Bridge. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. 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
- United States · 42.0539, -93.6197
- Population
- About 57,000
- Places
- 9 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (4) · Architecture (3) · With kids (2) · Food and drink (2) · Nature (1) · Museums and art (1)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- ORD Chicago, 473 km as the crow flies
What to see in Ames, Iowa
The places in and around Ames, Iowa, 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.
- East Indian Creek BridgeRoad bridge in Nevada, United States of America21 km
- Keigley Branch BridgeRoad bridge in Gilbert, United States of America9.4 km
- Calamus Creek BridgeBridge in United States of America27 km
- The Farm HouseHistoric house in Iowa, United States3.6 km
- Herschel-Spillman Two-Row Portable Menagerie CarouselWith kids15 km
- Alluvial Brewing CompanyBrewery5.0 km
- Donald and Ruth Furman Aquatic CenterWith kids2.2 km
- Seven OaksSki resort28 km
- Torrent Brewing CompanyBrewery3.1 km
When to go to Ames, Iowa
The best time to visit Ames, Iowa is March to October; also possible: November to February. 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.
- JanPossible9:16
- FebPossible10:22
- MarBest time11:40
- AprBest time13:09
- 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 March, 8 of the 9 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Ames, Iowa
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD, Chicago), 473 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (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
- Polk City6 places32 km
- Des Moines, Iowa30 places53 km
- Grinnell7 places81 km
- Ottumwa, Iowa7 places153 km
- Cedar Rapids, Iowa9 places162 km
- Iowa City, Iowa11 places179 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Ames, Iowa?
The best known: East Indian Creek Bridge, Keigley Branch Bridge, Calamus Creek Bridge, The Farm House, Herschel-Spillman Two-Row Portable Menagerie Carousel. In all, 9 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Ames, Iowa?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 03 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 57.
How do you get to Ames, Iowa?
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 473 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Ames, Iowa as the destination and these 9 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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