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Things to see in Augusta, Maine (United States): 12 places and when to go
Augusta, Maine is a town in United States, and this site lists 12 places in and around it, mainly Food and drink (4), Hiking (4), Museums and art (3). The best known are Fort Western, Maine State Museum and Christ Episcopal Church. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 19 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 41. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 44.3106, -69.78
- Places
- 12 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Food and drink (4) · Hiking (4) · Museums and art (3) · History (1) · Temples (1)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- JFK New York, 524 km as the crow flies
What to see in Augusta, Maine
The places in and around Augusta, Maine, 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.
- Fort WesternFort in Augusta, Maine933 m
- Maine State MuseumOfficial musuem of Maine571 m
- Christ Episcopal ChurchChurch building in Gardiner, Maine, United States of America9.2 km
- Guy P. Gannett HouseHouse in Augusta, Maine215 m
- Kresge BuildingHistoric commercial building at 241-249 Water Street, Augusta, Maine748 m
- Cushnoc AnnexBrewery9.5 km
- Hermit HutHiking23 km
- Jokers & Rogues BrewingBrewery5.8 km
- Liberal CupBrewery2.8 km
- North YurtHiking24 km
- Pond CabinHiking24 km
- Two Dog HutHiking24 km
When to go to Augusta, Maine
The best time to visit Augusta, Maine 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.
- JanPossible9:01
- FebPossible10:13
- MarBest time11:38
- AprBest time13:14
- MayBest time14:35
- JunBest time15:19
- JulBest time15:01
- AugBest time13:51
- SepBest time12:17
- OctBest time10:44
- NovPossible9:22
- DecPossible8:41
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 19 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 41. In April, 12 of the 12 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 Augusta, Maine
The nearest main airport is John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK, New York), 524 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
- Waterville, Maine7 places29 km
- Wiscasset17 places36 km
- Lewiston, Maine8 places42 km
- New Gloucester6 places59 km
- Phippsburg12 places63 km
- Vinalhaven5 places80 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Augusta, Maine?
The best known: Fort Western, Maine State Museum, Christ Episcopal Church, Guy P. Gannett House, Kresge Building. In all, 12 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Augusta, Maine?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 19 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 41.
How do you get to Augusta, Maine?
The nearest main airport is John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 524 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Augusta, Maine as the destination and these 12 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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