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Things to see in Godby (Finland): 24 places and when to go
Godby is a town in Finland, and this site lists 24 places in and around it, mainly Museums and art (6), Temples (5), Hiking (5). The best known are Kastelholm Castle, Orrdalsklint and Åland Maritime Museum. The best time to come is December to March and June to September; also possible: April to May and October. In June there are 18 h 31 of daylight, and in December, 5 h 28. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Finland · 60.2403, 19.9634
- Places
- 24 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Museums and art (6) · Temples (5) · Hiking (5) · Nature (3) · History (2) · Mountains (2)
- Best time
- December to March and June to September.
- Also possible
- April to May and October.
- Nearest airport
- HEL Helsinki (Vantaa), 276 km as the crow flies
What to see in Godby
The places in and around Godby, 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.
- Kastelholm CastleMedieval castle on Åland, Sweden6.5 km
- OrrdalsklintHighest peak of Åland13 km
- Åland Maritime MuseumMuseum in Mariehamn, Åland, Finland16 km
- Pommern1903 museum ship in Mariehamn, Åland16 km
- St. Olaf's Church, JomalaChurch building in Jomala, Åland, Finland9.5 km
- St Michael's Church, FinströmChurch building in Finström, Åland, Finland3.2 km
- Vita Björn Prison MuseumPrison museum in Sund, Åland, Finland6.7 km
- Geta ChurchChurch building in Geta, Åland, Finland16 km
- Jan KarlsgårdenOpen air museum in Åland6.6 km
- Saltvik ChurchChurch building in Saltvik, Åland, Finland6.2 km
- StallhagenFinnish microbrewery3 m
- Sund ChurchChurch building in Sund, Åland, Finland8.4 km
- Önningeby MuseumArt museum in Finland14 km
- Ålands fotografiska museumMuseum in Åland3.9 km
- DegerbergetMountain in Finland12 km
- 4H-GårdenWith kids · Wildlife6.9 km
- Äventyrsbadet MariebadWith kids15 km
- Germundö AlpinSki resort5.2 km
- Jomala VandringsledHiking12 km
- Kyrkleden hiking trailHiking11 km
- Prästgårdsnäset NaturskyddsområdeProtected area in Finland (YSA033435)2.1 km
- SadelinledenHiking9.6 km
- St Olav Waterway ÅlandHiking9.9 km
- St Olav Waterway MariehamnHiking15 km
When to go to Godby
The best time to visit Godby is December to March and June to September; also possible: April to May and October. 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.
- JanBest time6:17
- FebBest time8:45
- MarBest time11:20
- AprPossible14:15
- MayPossible16:52
- JunBest time18:31
- JulBest time17:49
- AugBest time15:23
- SepBest time12:31
- OctPossible9:42
- NovBetter not7:01
- DecBest time5:28
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 18 h 31 of daylight, and in December, 5 h 28. In June, 23 of the 24 places are at their best.
When to go to Finland in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Godby
The nearest main airport is Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL, Helsinki (Vantaa)), 276 km as the crow flies. How to get around Finland (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
- Lumparland7 places21 km
- Eckerö8 places22 km
- Korppoo7 places88 km
- Velkua9 places97 km
- Uusikaupunki14 places105 km
- Vehmaa7 places106 km
And all of Finland, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Godby?
The best known: Kastelholm Castle, Orrdalsklint, Åland Maritime Museum, Pommern, St. Olaf's Church, Jomala. 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 Godby?
December to March and June to September; also possible: April to May and October. In June there are 18 h 31 of daylight, and in December, 5 h 28.
How do you get to Godby?
The nearest main airport is Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL), 276 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Godby 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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