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Things to see in Hampton, Virginia (United States): 17 places and when to go
Hampton, Virginia is a city in United States with around 367,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 17 places in and around it, mainly History (5), Museums and art (5), Food and drink (4). The best known are Fort Monroe, James River Bridge and Mariners' Museum and Park. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 32 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 28. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 37.03, -76.35
- Population
- About 367,000
- Places
- 17 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (5) · Museums and art (5) · Food and drink (4) · Nature (3) · Architecture (3) · Wildlife (2)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- EWR Newark, 449 km as the crow flies
What to see in Hampton, Virginia
The places in and around Hampton, Virginia, 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 MonroeFormer military installation in Hampton, Virginia, United States4.3 km
- James River BridgeBridge across the James River in Virginia, United States13 km
- Mariners' Museum and ParkMuseums and art13 km
- Lunar Landing Research FacilityFacility at Langley Research Center used for aircraft and spacecraft testing8.7 km
- Mobjack BayBay on the western shore of Chesapeake Bay29 km
- Old Point Comfort LightLighthouse in Virginia, United States5.0 km
- St. Vincent de Paul Catholic ChurchChurch in Newport News, Virginia9.0 km
- Smithfield Historic DistrictHistoric district in Smithfield, Virginia26 km
- Thimble Shoal LightLighthouse in Virginia, United States9.9 km
- Isle of Wight County MuseumMuseum in Smithfield, Virginia covering colonial history, the Smithfield ham industry, the Blackwater River, the Civil War and the Cold War26 km
- Lee Hall stationFormer railway station in Newport News, Virginia27 km
- J. Thomas Newsome HouseHistoric home, museum, and cultural center6.6 km
- Virginia War MuseumMilitary museum in Newport News, Virginia9.3 km
- Capstan Bar Brewing CompanyBrewery7.6 km
- Serendipity MeadworksWinery25 km
- St. George Brewing CompanyBrewery8.7 km
- Tradition Brewing CompanyBrewery13 km
When to go to Hampton, Virginia
The best time to visit Hampton, Virginia 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.
- JanPossible9:43
- FebPossible10:38
- MarBest time11:43
- AprBest time12:57
- MayBest time13:59
- JunBest time14:32
- JulBest time14:18
- AugBest time13:25
- SepBest time12:13
- OctBest time11:01
- NovPossible9:59
- DecPossible9:28
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 32 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 28. In April, 17 of the 17 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 Hampton, Virginia
The nearest main airport is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR, Newark), 449 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
- Norfolk, Virginia20 places21 km
- Hayes5 places37 km
- Virginia Beach, Virginia27 places38 km
- Durham9 places95 km
- Richmond, Virginia38 places114 km
- Kitty Hawk, North Carolina11 places121 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Hampton, Virginia?
The best known: Fort Monroe, James River Bridge, Mariners' Museum and Park, Lunar Landing Research Facility, Mobjack Bay. In all, 17 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Hampton, Virginia?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 32 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 28.
How do you get to Hampton, Virginia?
The nearest main airport is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 449 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Hampton, Virginia as the destination and these 17 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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