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Hampton National Historic Site, United States: what it is and when to go
Hampton National Historic Site is an U.S. National Historic Site in Baltimore County, Maryland; once possibly the largest private home in the U.S. by 1790 in United States (Wildwood), at 117 m above sea level. Interests: History. The best time to visit is March to October. In June there are 14 h 46 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 14. It has articles in 4 Wikipedias, so it is not one of the busiest places in United States: one to enjoy at a calmer pace. Here is what it is, where it lies, when to come, how to get there and what else is nearby to turn it into a trip.
In a nutshell
- What it is
- U.S. National Historic Site in Baltimore County, Maryland; once possibly the largest private home in the U.S. by 1790 · History
- Where
- United States · Hampton Lane 535, 21286, Loch Raven
- Elevation
- 117 m
- Best time
- March to October.
- Nearest airport
- EWR Newark, 250 km as the crow flies
- Coordinates
- 39.41632, -76.58763
What it is and where
Hampton National Historic Site is an U.S. National Historic Site in Baltimore County, Maryland; once possibly the largest private home in the U.S. by 1790 in United States (Wildwood), at 117 m above sea level. It has articles in 4 Wikipedias, so it is not one of the busiest places in United States: one to enjoy at a calmer pace.
It is in Wildwood, where this site lists 17 more places to see, 13 km from the centre.
Its coordinates are 39.41632, -76.58763; the nearest main airport is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR, Newark), 250 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is covered in its country guide.
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It is one of the History places in United States. In Kokai it is already on your trip map next to the places you save yourself, and it goes into a day's plan with one tap.
When to go
The best time to visit Hampton National Historic Site is March to October.
- JanPossible9:31
- FebPossible10:30
- MarBest time11:41
- AprBest time13:03
- MayBest time14:10
- JunBest time14:46
- JulBest time14:31
- AugBest time13:33
- SepBest time12:15
- OctBest time10:56
- NovPossible9:47
- DecPossible9:14
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 46 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 14. Daylight hours are calculated from the site's latitude for the 15th of each month; when planning a full day on foot they matter as much as the weather.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Before you go to United States
To enter United States there are 9 things to sort out before you leave, starting with “Book national parks and cars in advance”: they are all, with their deadlines, in the United States checklist. Currency: US dollar (USD); plugs: Type A and B · 120 V · 60 Hz (you need an adapter, and check your devices' voltage); emergencies: 911 for everything.
In Kokai you tick off the checklist inside your trip, and each item reminds you when it is time to do it.
What is nearby
- Fire Museum of MarylandMuseum in Lutherville, Maryland, US2.2 km
- Ma & Pa Railroad AbutmentHistory2.4 km
- Imam Mahdi Islamic Education Center of BaltimoreMosque in Baltimore County, Maryland, US4.8 km
- Diamondback Brewing CompanyBrewery5.8 km
- Brooklandville HouseBuilding in the United States of America6.9 km
Distances are as the crow flies. Everything else is in the United States guide.
More in United States: History
- Empire State Building: skyscraper located in Midtown Manhattan, New York City, USA
- Golden Gate Bridge: suspension bridge on the San Francisco Bay
- Yellowstone National Park: first national park in the world, located in Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho in the United States
- Mount Rushmore: mountain in South Dakota featuring a sculpture of four US presidents
- Central Park: public park at the center of Manhattan in New York City, New York, United States
- Yosemite National Park: national park in California, United States
Every United States place under History, each with its season, is on its page.
Frequently asked questions
What is Hampton National Historic Site?
It is an U.S. National Historic Site in Baltimore County, Maryland; once possibly the largest private home in the U.S. by 1790 in United States. It has articles in 4 Wikipedias, so it is not one of the busiest places in United States: one to enjoy at a calmer pace.
When is the best time to visit Hampton National Historic Site?
March to October. In June there are 14 h 46 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 14.
How do you get to Hampton National Historic Site?
The nearest main airport is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 250 km as the crow flies. From there, directions opens the route on the map, and how to get around United States is explained in its country guide.
How do I add it to my trip?
With one tap. In Kokai it is already on the United States map, next to the places you save yourself: add it to a day's plan, give it a time and, if you like, get a reminder when you pass nearby.
What else is around here?
Nearby you have Fire Museum of Maryland, Ma & Pa Railroad Abutment, Imam Mahdi Islamic Education Center of Baltimore. The rest is in the United States guide.
Keep reading
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