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Things to see in Pontiac, Michigan (United States): 8 places and when to go
Pontiac, Michigan is a town in United States with around 68,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 8 places in and around it, mainly Temples (2), Snow (2), Stargazing (1). The best known are McMath–Hulbert Observatory, Apple Island and Kirk in the Hills. The best time to come is April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 07 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 53. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 42.6519, -83.2902
- Population
- About 68,000
- Places
- 8 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Temples (2) · Snow (2) · Stargazing (1) · History (1) · Nature (1) · Mountains (1)
- Best time
- April to October.
- Also possible
- November to March.
- Nearest airport
- ORD Chicago, 387 km as the crow flies
What to see in Pontiac, Michigan
The places in and around Pontiac, 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.
- McMath–Hulbert ObservatoryObservatory5.5 km
- Apple IslandIsland in the United States of America9.6 km
- Kirk in the HillsChurch7.9 km
- Waterford HillMountain in Oakland County, Michigan, United States of America12 km
- Congregation Shaarey ZedekSynagogue in Detroit, Michigan18 km
- Chief Pontiac Trail Conventional HikeHiking25 km
- Pine Knob Ski & Snowboard ResortSki resort12 km
- Stony Creek MetroparkSki area16 km
When to go to Pontiac, Michigan
The best time to visit Pontiac, Michigan is April to October; also possible: November to March. 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.
- JanPossible9:12
- FebPossible10:20
- MarPossible11:39
- AprBest time13:10
- MayBest time14:26
- JunBest time15:07
- JulBest time14:50
- AugBest time13:44
- SepBest time12:16
- OctBest time10:48
- NovPossible9:31
- DecPossible8:53
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 07 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 53. In April, 5 of the 8 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 Pontiac, Michigan
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD, Chicago), 387 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
- Northville6 places28 km
- Detroit40 places40 km
- Ridgefield5 places53 km
- Ann Arbor, Michigan20 places53 km
- Erie8 places93 km
- Saginaw, Michigan6 places101 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Pontiac, Michigan?
The best known: McMath–Hulbert Observatory, Apple Island, Kirk in the Hills, Waterford Hill, Congregation Shaarey Zedek. In all, 8 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Pontiac, Michigan?
April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 07 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 53.
How do you get to Pontiac, Michigan?
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 387 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Pontiac, Michigan as the destination and these 8 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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