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Things to see in Kalamazoo, Michigan (United States): 14 places and when to go
Kalamazoo, Michigan is a city in United States with around 183,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 14 places in and around it, mainly Food and drink (9), Museums and art (4), Stargazing (1). The best known are Air Zoo, Kalamazoo Institute of Arts and Kalamazoo Valley Museum. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 05 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 55. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 42.2922, -85.5872
- Population
- About 183,000
- Places
- 14 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Food and drink (9) · Museums and art (4) · Stargazing (1)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- ORD Chicago, 194 km as the crow flies
What to see in Kalamazoo, Michigan
The places in and around Kalamazoo, Michigan, 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.
- Air ZooAerospace museum and amusement park in Portage, Michigan, USA7.5 km
- Kalamazoo Institute of ArtsArt school and museum in Kalamazoo, Michigan337 m
- Kalamazoo Valley MuseumMuseum in Kalamazoo, Michigan, US304 m
- Library of MichiganMuseums and art97 km
- American Fifth SpiritsDistillery99 km
- Arcadia Brewing CompanyDefunct brewery in Michigan, U.S1.3 km
- Bell's Eccentric Cafe and General StoreBrewery747 m
- Cody Kresta Vineyard and WineryWinery19 km
- Gonzo’s BiggDogg BrewingBrewery283 m
- Gull Lake Distilling Co.Distillery14 km
- Kalamazoo Valley Bird ObservatoryObservatory8.1 km
- One Trick Pony BreweryBrewery183 km
- One Well BrewingBrewery5.4 km
- Rupert's Brew HouseBrewery605 m
When to go to Kalamazoo, Michigan
The best time to visit Kalamazoo, Michigan 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.
- JanPossible9:14
- FebPossible10:21
- MarBest time11:39
- AprBest time13:09
- MayBest time14:24
- JunBest time15:05
- JulBest time14:48
- AugBest time13:43
- SepBest time12:16
- OctBest time10:49
- NovPossible9:33
- DecPossible8:55
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 05 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 55. In March, 13 of the 14 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 Kalamazoo, Michigan
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD, Chicago), 194 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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And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Kalamazoo, Michigan?
The best known: Air Zoo, Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, Kalamazoo Valley Museum, Library of Michigan. In all, 14 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Kalamazoo, Michigan?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 05 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 55.
How do you get to Kalamazoo, Michigan?
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 194 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Kalamazoo, Michigan as the destination and these 14 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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