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Things to see in Harrisonburg, Virginia (United States): 10 places and when to go
Harrisonburg, Virginia is a town in United States, and this site lists 10 places in and around it, mainly Food and drink (3), Nature (2), History (2). The best known are Shenandoah Mountain, Mole Hill and Blackrock Springs Site. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 40 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 20. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 38.4494, -78.8692
- Places
- 10 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Food and drink (3) · Nature (2) · History (2) · With kids (2) · Mountains (1) · Architecture (1)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- EWR Newark, 474 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Shenandoah Mountain, at 1,336 m.
What to see in Harrisonburg, Virginia
The places in and around Harrisonburg, Virginia, 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.
- Shenandoah MountainMountain in Virginia and West Virginia, United States28 km
- Mole HillHill and Extinct volcano in Harrisonburg, Virgina7.3 km
- Blackrock Springs SiteArchaeological site in Virginia, United States29 km
- Linville Creek BridgePlace in Virginia listed on National Register of Historic Places18 km
- CrossKeys VineyardsWinery14 km
- John C Wells PlanetariumPlanetarium1.1 km
- Massanutten Resort Ski AreaSki resort11 km
- Massanutten WaterparkWith kids15 km
- Restless Moons Brewing CompanyBrewery314 m
- Three Notch'd BrewingBrewery331 m
When to go to Harrisonburg, Virginia
The best time to visit Harrisonburg, Virginia 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.
- JanPossible9:36
- FebPossible10:34
- MarBest time11:42
- AprBest time13:00
- MayBest time14:05
- JunBest time14:40
- JulBest time14:26
- AugBest time13:30
- SepBest time12:14
- OctBest time10:58
- NovPossible9:52
- DecPossible9:20
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 40 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 20. In April, 9 of the 10 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 Harrisonburg, Virginia
The nearest main airport is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR, Newark), 474 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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- Staunton8 places38 km
- Luray14 places50 km
- Afton21 places50 km
- Charlottesville, Virginia23 places58 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Harrisonburg, Virginia?
The best known: Shenandoah Mountain, Mole Hill, Blackrock Springs Site, Linville Creek Bridge. In all, 10 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Harrisonburg, Virginia?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 40 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 20.
How do you get to Harrisonburg, Virginia?
The nearest main airport is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 474 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Harrisonburg, Virginia as the destination and these 10 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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