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Things to see in Muncie, Indiana (United States): 40 places and when to go
Muncie, Indiana is a town in United States with around 85,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 40 places in and around it, mainly History (14), Food and drink (10), With kids (7). The best known are Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, Illinois State Capitol and Lincoln Tomb. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 51 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 09. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 40.1938, -85.3864
- Population
- About 85,000
- Places
- 40 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (14) · Food and drink (10) · With kids (7) · Museums and art (6) · Wildlife (5) · Nature (4)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- ORD Chicago, 290 km as the crow flies
What to see in Muncie, Indiana
The places in and around Muncie, Indiana, 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.
- Naismith Basketball Hall of FameAmerican history museum and basketball hall of fame1,094 km
- Illinois State CapitolState capitol building of the U.S. state of Illinois367 km
- Lincoln TombTomb of U.S. president Abraham Lincoln in Springfield, Illinois, United States366 km
- Lincoln Home National Historic SiteNational historic site in Illinois, USA366 km
- Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and MuseumPresidential library and museum for U.S. President Abraham Lincoln, located in Springfield, Illinois366 km
- Oak Ridge CemeteryCemetery in Springfield, Illinois, United States367 km
- St. Michael's CathedralSpringfield, Massachusetts1,094 km
- Old State Capitol State Historic SiteMuseum and historic site in Springfield, Illinois, USA366 km
- St. Agnes CathedralChurch in Missouri, United States763 km
- Camp Butler National CemeteryMilitary cemetery in Springfield, Illinois358 km
- Dana–Thomas HouseHistoric house in Illinois, United States366 km
- Washington ParkPark in Springfield, Illinois369 km
- Carpenter ParkPark in Springfield, Illinois USA363 km
- David Owsley Museum of ArtMuseum in Muncie, Indiana2.1 km
- Illinois Governor's MansionGovernor's home in Springfield, Illinois366 km
- Henson Robinson ZooZoo in Springfield, Illinois362 km
- Michele and Donald D'Amour Museum of Fine ArtsArt museum in Springfield, Massachusetts1,094 km
- Strawbridge-Shepherd HouseHistoric house in Illinois, United States365 km
- West Washington Street BridgeArch bridge and road bridge in Muncie, Indiana483 m
- Hartness HouseHouse in Springfield, Vermont1,127 km
- Illinois State FairMain state fair in Springfield, Illinois365 km
- Adams Wildlife SanctuaryWildlife refuge in Springfield, Illinois, United States364 km
- Park Street SchoolSchool building in Springfield, Vermont1,126 km
- ADT - Indiana (North) - G - Seg 1Hiking13 km
And the other 16, by what you come to do:
- Food and drink: Corkscrew Wine Emporium, Ink & Ale, Lost Signal Brewing Company, Mother's Brewing Company, Show-Me Brewing, Territorial Brewing Company, The Guardian Brewery Production, Twin Lions, Vermont Beer Makers, White River Brewery
- With kids: Knight's Action Park, Malibu Jack's, Seymour Planetarium, Super, Awesome & Amazing, The Zoo in Forest Park & Education Center
- Stargazing: Springfield Science Museum Observatory
When to go to Muncie, Indiana
The best time to visit Muncie, Indiana 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.
- JanPossible9:26
- FebPossible10:28
- MarBest time11:41
- AprBest time13:04
- MayBest time14:14
- JunBest time14:51
- JulBest time14:36
- AugBest time13:36
- SepBest time12:15
- OctBest time10:54
- NovPossible9:44
- DecPossible9:09
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 51 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 09. In April, 39 of the 40 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 Muncie, Indiana
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD, Chicago), 290 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
- Noblesville16 places57 km
- Richmond, Indiana10 places59 km
- Kokomo, Indiana5 places71 km
- Indianapolis41 places83 km
- Bowling Green6 places90 km
- Fort Wayne, Indiana11 places101 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Muncie, Indiana?
The best known: Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, Illinois State Capitol, Lincoln Tomb, Lincoln Home National Historic Site, Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. In all, 40 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Muncie, Indiana?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 51 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 09.
How do you get to Muncie, Indiana?
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 290 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Muncie, Indiana as the destination and these 40 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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