Place to visit
Ark Encounter, United States: what it is and when to go
Ark Encounter is a Christian theme park located in northern Kentucky in United States (Williamstown). Interests: With kids. The best time to visit is March to October. In June there are 14 h 41 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 19. It has articles in 8 Wikipedias, so it is not one of the busiest places in United States: one to enjoy at a calmer pace. Here is what it is, where it lies, when to come, how to get there and what else is nearby to turn it into a trip.
In a nutshell
- What it is
- Christian theme park located in northern Kentucky · With kids
- Where
- United States · Ark Encounter Drive 1, 41097, Williamstown
- Best time
- March to October.
- Nearest airport
- ORD Chicago, 468 km as the crow flies
- Opening hours
- Jan 04-Mar 07 We-Sa 10:00-17:00; Mar 08-May 23 Mo-Sa 09:00-17:30; May 24-Sep 12 Mo-Sa 09:00-18:30; May 24-Sep 12 Su 13:00-18:30; Sep 13-Oct 24 Mo-Sa 09:00-17:30; Oct 25-Nov 26 Mo-Sa 09:00-17:00; Nov 27-Jan 03 Mo-Sa 10:00-17:00; Dec 25-Dec 25 closed ""
- Website
- arkencounter.com
- Run by
- Answers In Genesis (AiG)
- Coordinates
- 38.6227, -84.58806
What it is and where
Ark Encounter is a Christian theme park located in northern Kentucky in United States (Williamstown). It has articles in 8 Wikipedias, so it is not one of the busiest places in United States: one to enjoy at a calmer pace.
Ark Encounter is a one-of-a-kind themed attraction with a life-size Noah’s Ark for the whole family.
Its coordinates are 38.6227, -84.58806; the nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD, Chicago), 468 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is covered in its country guide.
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- Run by
- Answers In Genesis (AiG)
It is one of the With kids places in United States. In Kokai it is already on your trip map next to the places you save yourself, and it goes into a day's plan with one tap.
When to go
The best time to visit Ark Encounter is March to October.
- JanPossible9:35
- FebPossible10:33
- MarBest time11:42
- AprBest time13:01
- MayBest time14:06
- JunBest time14:41
- JulBest time14:27
- AugBest time13:30
- SepBest time12:14
- OctBest time10:58
- NovPossible9:51
- DecPossible9:19
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 41 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 19. Daylight hours are calculated from the site's latitude for the 15th of each month; when planning a full day on foot they matter as much as the weather.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Before you go to United States
To enter United States there are 9 things to sort out before you leave, starting with “Book national parks and cars in advance”: they are all, with their deadlines, in the United States checklist. Currency: US dollar (USD); plugs: Type A and B · 120 V · 60 Hz (you need an adapter, and check your devices' voltage); emergencies: 911 for everything.
In Kokai you tick off the checklist inside your trip, and each item reminds you when it is time to do it.
What is nearby
- Leslie T. Applegate HouseUnited States historic place23 km
- Fryer HouseHistoric house in Kentucky, United States28 km
- Big Bone Lick State ParkGeographical object32 km
- Neeley Family DistilleryDistillery32 km
- Boone County Distilling Co.Distillery36 km
Distances are as the crow flies. Everything else is in the United States guide.
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- The Strat: hotel, casino, and tower located in Las Vegas
- National Zoological Park: zoological park in Washington, D.C., United States
Every United States place under With kids, each with its season, is on its page.
Frequently asked questions
What is Ark Encounter?
It is a Christian theme park located in northern Kentucky in United States. It has articles in 8 Wikipedias, so it is not one of the busiest places in United States: one to enjoy at a calmer pace.
When is the best time to visit Ark Encounter?
March to October. In June there are 14 h 41 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 19.
How do you get to Ark Encounter?
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 468 km as the crow flies. From there, directions opens the route on the map, and how to get around United States is explained in its country guide.
How do I add it to my trip?
With one tap. In Kokai it is already on the United States map, next to the places you save yourself: add it to a day's plan, give it a time and, if you like, get a reminder when you pass nearby.
What else is around here?
Nearby you have Leslie T. Applegate House, Fryer House, Big Bone Lick State Park. The rest is in the United States guide.
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