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Things to see in Ottumwa, Iowa (United States): 7 places and when to go
Ottumwa, Iowa is a town in United States, and this site lists 7 places in and around it, mainly History (6), Nature (1), Wildlife (1). The best known are Wapello County Courthouse, Fifth Street Bluff Historic District and Greater Second Street Historic District. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 56 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 04. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 41.0129, -92.4148
- Places
- 7 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- ORD Chicago, 391 km as the crow flies
What to see in Ottumwa, Iowa
The places in and around Ottumwa, Iowa, 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.
- Wapello County CourthouseCounty courthouse in Iowa, United States of America858 m
- Fifth Street Bluff Historic DistrictHistoric district in Iowa, United States915 m
- Greater Second Street Historic DistrictHistoric district in Iowa, United States659 m
- James B. Weaver HouseBloomfield, IA, listed on the NRHP in Iowa29 km
- Ottumwa City HallRathaus in Iowa, United States of America759 m
- Jay Funeral HomeHistoric building in Wapello County, Iowa, US929 m
- The Beach OttumwaWith kids376 m
When to go to Ottumwa, Iowa
The best time to visit Ottumwa, Iowa 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.
- JanPossible9:22
- FebPossible10:25
- MarBest time11:40
- AprBest time13:06
- MayBest time14:18
- JunBest time14:56
- JulBest time14:40
- AugBest time13:39
- SepBest time12:15
- OctBest time10:52
- NovPossible9:39
- DecPossible9:04
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 56 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 04. In March, 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 Ottumwa, Iowa
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD, Chicago), 391 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
- Grinnell7 places86 km
- Iowa City, Iowa11 places103 km
- Burlington, Iowa5 places112 km
- Des Moines, Iowa30 places119 km
- Cedar Rapids, Iowa9 places124 km
- Polk City6 places137 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Ottumwa, Iowa?
The best known: Wapello County Courthouse, Fifth Street Bluff Historic District, Greater Second Street Historic District, James B. Weaver House, Ottumwa City Hall. 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 Ottumwa, Iowa?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 56 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 04.
How do you get to Ottumwa, Iowa?
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 391 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Ottumwa, Iowa 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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