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Things to see in Mankato, Minnesota (United States): 7 places and when to go
Mankato, Minnesota is a town in United States with around 56,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 7 places in and around it, mainly Food and drink (4), History (2), Architecture (2). The best known are Broadway Bridge and Seppman Mill. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 18 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 42. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 44.1636, -93.9992
- Population
- About 56,000
- Places
- 7 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Food and drink (4) · History (2) · Architecture (2) · Snow (1)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- ORD Chicago, 552 km as the crow flies
What to see in Mankato, Minnesota
The places in and around Mankato, Minnesota, 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.
- Broadway BridgeNRHP-listed in Nicollet County and in Le Sueur County18 km
- Seppman MillPlace in Minnesota listed on National Register of Historic Places9.1 km
- Chankaska Creek Ranch and WineryWinery15 km
- Indian Island WineryWinery21 km
- LocAle Brewing CompanyBrewery842 m
- Mankato BreweryBrewery2.4 km
- Mount Kato Ski AreaSki resort4.7 km
When to go to Mankato, Minnesota
The best time to visit Mankato, Minnesota 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.
- JanPossible9:02
- FebPossible10:14
- MarBest time11:38
- AprBest time13:14
- MayBest time14:34
- JunBest time15:18
- JulBest time15:00
- AugBest time13:50
- SepBest time12:17
- OctBest time10:44
- NovPossible9:22
- DecPossible8:42
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 18 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 42. In March, 6 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 Mankato, Minnesota
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD, Chicago), 552 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
- Faribault, Minnesota5 places60 km
- Owatonna5 places62 km
- Waconia7 places77 km
- Shakopee17 places79 km
- Lakeville, Minnesota16 places81 km
- Long Lake9 places98 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Mankato, Minnesota?
The best known: Broadway Bridge, Seppman Mill. 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 Mankato, Minnesota?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 18 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 42.
How do you get to Mankato, Minnesota?
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 552 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Mankato, Minnesota 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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