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Things to see in Muskegon, Michigan (United States): 13 places and when to go
Muskegon, Michigan is a city in United States with around 101,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 13 places in and around it, mainly History (5), Architecture (3), Museums and art (2). The best known are USS Silversides, Michigan's Adventure and SS Milwaukee Clipper. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 11 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 49. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 43.2346, -86.2484
- Population
- About 101,000
- Places
- 13 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (5) · Architecture (3) · Museums and art (2) · Snow (2) · Food and drink (2) · With kids (1)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- ORD Chicago, 195 km as the crow flies
What to see in Muskegon, Michigan
The places in and around Muskegon, 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.
- USS Silversides1941 Gato-class submarine6.9 km
- Michigan's AdventureAmusement park in Muskegon County, Michigan12 km
- SS Milwaukee ClipperCar transport ship4.1 km
- USS LST-3931942 LST-1-class tank landing ship859 m
- Grand Haven South Pierhead Entrance LightLighthouse in Michigan, United States20 km
- Muskegon Breakwater LightLighthouse in Michigan, United States8.1 km
- Grand Haven South Pierhead Inner LightLighthouse in Michigan, United States20 km
- Muskegon Museum of ArtArt museum in Muskegon, Michigan209 m
- Pere Marquette 1223Preserved PM N-1 class 2-8-4 locomotive19 km
- Mulligan's HollowSki area20 km
- Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports ComplexSki area8.7 km
- Odd Side Social BrewsBrewery14 km
- Salty Pecker Brewing CompanyBrewery5.1 km
When to go to Muskegon, Michigan
The best time to visit Muskegon, 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.
- JanPossible9:08
- FebPossible10:17
- MarBest time11:39
- AprBest time13:12
- MayBest time14:29
- JunBest time15:11
- JulBest time14:54
- AugBest time13:47
- SepBest time12:17
- OctBest time10:47
- NovPossible9:28
- DecPossible8:49
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 11 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 49. In March, 11 of the 13 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 Muskegon, Michigan
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD, Chicago), 195 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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- Mears5 places52 km
- Grand Rapids, Michigan20 places56 km
- Corners7 places111 km
- Kalamazoo, Michigan14 places118 km
- Benton Harbor, Michigan5 places126 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Muskegon, Michigan?
The best known: USS Silversides, Michigan's Adventure, SS Milwaukee Clipper, USS LST-393, Grand Haven South Pierhead Entrance Light. In all, 13 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Muskegon, Michigan?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 11 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 49.
How do you get to Muskegon, Michigan?
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 195 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Muskegon, Michigan as the destination and these 13 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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