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Things to see in Wiscasset (United States): 17 places and when to go
Wiscasset is a town in United States, and this site lists 17 places in and around it, mainly Food and drink (6), Museums and art (4), Nature (3). The best known are Wiscasset Jail and Museum, Castle Tucker and Dodge Point Preserve. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 17 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 43. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 43.9999, -69.6723
- Places
- 17 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Food and drink (6) · Museums and art (4) · Nature (3) · History (2) · Wildlife (1) · Temples (1)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- JFK New York, 504 km as the crow flies
What to see in Wiscasset
The places in and around Wiscasset, 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.
- Wiscasset Jail and MuseumMuseum1.5 km
- Castle TuckerBuilding in Maine, United States305 m
- Dodge Point PreservePark in the United States of America8.4 km
- Hockomock BayBay in Maine, United States of America13 km
- Montsweag BayBay in Sagadahoc County, Maine, United States of America8.9 km
- Nickels-Sortwell HouseHistoric house in Maine, United States643 m
- Chapman-Hall HouseDamariscotta, Maine, NRHP-listed12 km
- Damariscove Lifesaving StationMaritime heritage28 km
- Red Brick SchoolListed on the National Register of Historic Places in Lincoln County, Maine809 m
- Second Congregational Church of NewcastleChurch building in Maine, United States of America11 km
- Ækeir BrewingBrewery651 m
- Bath Ale WorksBrewery4.3 km
- Boothbay Craft BreweryBrewery14 km
- Boothbay Railway Village MuseumWith kids12 km
- Chadwick's Craft SpiritsDistillery16 km
- In a Silent WayWinery729 m
- Oxbow Brewing Company Tasting RoomBrewery13 km
When to go to Wiscasset
The best time to visit Wiscasset 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.
- JanPossible9:03
- FebPossible10:15
- MarBest time11:38
- AprBest time13:14
- MayBest time14:33
- JunBest time15:17
- JulBest time14:59
- AugBest time13:50
- SepBest time12:17
- OctBest time10:45
- NovPossible9:23
- DecPossible8:43
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 17 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 43. In April, 17 of the 17 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 Wiscasset
The nearest main airport is John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK, New York), 504 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
- Phippsburg12 places31 km
- Augusta, Maine12 places36 km
- Lewiston, Maine8 places45 km
- New Gloucester6 places48 km
- Portland, Maine42 places59 km
- Waterville, Maine7 places61 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Wiscasset?
The best known: Wiscasset Jail and Museum, Castle Tucker, Dodge Point Preserve, Hockomock Bay, Montsweag Bay. In all, 17 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Wiscasset?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 17 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 43.
How do you get to Wiscasset?
The nearest main airport is John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 504 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Wiscasset as the destination and these 17 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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