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Things to see in Lancaster, Ohio (United States): 7 places and when to go
Lancaster, Ohio is a town in United States, and this site lists 7 places in and around it, mainly Nature (2), Wildlife (2), History (2). The best known are Basilica of St. Mary of the Assumption, Slate Run Metro Park and Hizey Covered Bridge. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 48 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 12. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 39.7192, -82.6053
- Places
- 7 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (2) · Wildlife (2) · History (2) · Architecture (2) · Food and drink (2) · Temples (1)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- ORD Chicago, 512 km as the crow flies
What to see in Lancaster, Ohio
The places in and around Lancaster, Ohio, 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.
- Basilica of St. Mary of the AssumptionChurch in Ohio, United States902 m
- Slate Run Metro ParkPark in the United States of America22 km
- Hizey Covered BridgeCovered bridge in Violet Township, Fairfield County, Ohio23 km
- Rock Mill Covered BridgeHistory · Architecture9.8 km
- Wahkeena Nature PreservePark in the United States of America10 km
- Brewery 33 Hocking HillsBrewery24 km
- Mirabelle Farm and VineyardWinery19 km
When to go to Lancaster, Ohio
The best time to visit Lancaster, Ohio 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.
- JanPossible9:29
- FebPossible10:30
- MarBest time11:41
- AprBest time13:03
- MayBest time14:11
- JunBest time14:48
- JulBest time14:33
- AugBest time13:34
- SepBest time12:15
- OctBest time10:55
- NovPossible9:46
- DecPossible9:12
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 48 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 12. In April, 7 of the 7 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 Lancaster, Ohio
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD, Chicago), 512 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
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- Mount Gilead9 places95 km
- Sterling6 places100 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Lancaster, Ohio?
The best known: Basilica of St. Mary of the Assumption, Slate Run Metro Park, Hizey Covered Bridge, Rock Mill Covered Bridge, Wahkeena Nature Preserve. In all, 7 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Lancaster, Ohio?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 48 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 12.
How do you get to Lancaster, Ohio?
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 512 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Lancaster, Ohio as the destination and these 7 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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