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Things to see in Urbana, Illinois (United States): 24 places and when to go
Urbana, Illinois is a city in United States with around 144,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 24 places in and around it, mainly Food and drink (12), With kids (7), History (3). The best known are Krannert Art Museum, Kenney Gym and Kenney Gym Annex and Staerkel Planetarium. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 50 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 10. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 40.11, -88.2042
- Population
- About 144,000
- Places
- 24 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Food and drink (12) · With kids (7) · History (3) · Stargazing (2) · Museums and art (1)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- ORD Chicago, 210 km as the crow flies
What to see in Urbana, Illinois
The places in and around Urbana, Illinois, 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.
- Krannert Art MuseumArt museum in Champaign, Illinois2.4 km
- Kenney Gym and Kenney Gym AnnexBuilding in Illinois, United States2.1 km
- Staerkel PlanetariumPlanetarium at Parkland College in Champaign, Illinois, United States7.8 km
- Inman HotelHotel in Illinois, United States of America3.3 km
- 25 O'Clock Brewing CompanyBrewery693 m
- Alto Vineyards ChampaignWinery10 km
- Battle Creek WaterworksWith kids667 km
- Blind Pig BreweryBrewery3.3 km
- Cloud Mountain KombuchaBrewery703 m
- Crystal Lake Park Family Aquatic CenterWith kids1.8 km
- Douglass Park Splash PadWith kids2.8 km
- Hessel Splash PadWith kids4.0 km
- Hotel RoyerHistory337 m
- Pallet Brewing CompanyBrewpub in Maplewood, New Jersey1,184 km
- Riggs Beer CompanyBrewery3.9 km
- Schaflay BottleworksBrewery247 km
- Schlafly BottleworksBrewery247 km
- Shared BrewingBrewery247 km
- Sholem Aquatic CenterWith kids6.8 km
- Side Project BrewingBrewery247 km
- The Land of OzWith kids9.2 km
- Triptych BrewingBrewery5.3 km
- University of Illinois ObservatoryObservatory1.9 km
- Wyldewood CellarsWinery14 km
When to go to Urbana, Illinois
The best time to visit Urbana, Illinois 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.
- JanPossible9:27
- FebPossible10:28
- MarBest time11:41
- AprBest time13:04
- MayBest time14:13
- JunBest time14:50
- JulBest time14:35
- AugBest time13:35
- SepBest time12:15
- OctBest time10:55
- NovPossible9:44
- DecPossible9:10
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 50 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 10. In March, 23 of the 24 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 Urbana, Illinois
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD, Chicago), 210 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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- Terre Haute, Indiana13 places98 km
- Lafayette, Indiana7 places118 km
- Springfield, Illinois8 places128 km
- Peoria, Illinois14 places141 km
- Joliet, Illinois14 places158 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Urbana, Illinois?
The best known: Krannert Art Museum, Kenney Gym and Kenney Gym Annex, Staerkel Planetarium, Inman Hotel. In all, 24 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Urbana, Illinois?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 50 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 10.
How do you get to Urbana, Illinois?
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 210 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Urbana, Illinois as the destination and these 24 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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