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Things to see in Waukesha, Wisconsin (United States): 18 places and when to go
Waukesha, Wisconsin is a city in United States with around 250,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 18 places in and around it, mainly Stargazing (9), Temples (3), History (2). The best known are Elmbrook Church - Lake Country, First German Reformed Church and Hindu Temple of Wisconsin. In June there are 15 h 10 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 50. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 43.0117, -88.2314
- Population
- About 250,000
- Places
- 18 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Stargazing (9) · Temples (3) · History (2) · Hiking (2) · Snow (1) · Food and drink (1)
- Also possible
- All year round.
- Nearest airport
- ORD Chicago, 118 km as the crow flies
What to see in Waukesha, Wisconsin
The places in and around Waukesha, Wisconsin, 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.
- Elmbrook Church - Lake CountryChurch in WI, United States12 km
- First German Reformed ChurchChurch building in Wisconsin, United States of America388 m
- Hindu Temple of WisconsinHindu temple in Pewaukee, Wisconsin8.9 km
- Camillia Smith HouseHistoric house in Wisconsin, United States507 m
- Albrecht Observatory (C Shed)Observatory8.3 km
- Armfield Observatory (A Dome)Observatory8.3 km
- Buckstaff Observatory (B Dome)Observatory8.3 km
- D ShedObservatory8.3 km
- IAT - Hartland connectionHiking12 km
- IAT - Hartland SegmentHiking13 km
- Jim Toeller ObservatoryObservatory8.3 km
- Minooka ParkSki area4.7 km
- Ray Zit ObservatoryObservatory8.3 km
- Solar ObservatoryObservatory8.3 km
- Tangney ObservatoryObservatory8.3 km
- Vennture Brew Co - BrookfieldBrewery9.8 km
- Wiberg Aquatic CenterWith kids11 km
- Z DomeObservatory8.2 km
When to go to Waukesha, Wisconsin
Months when you can visit Waukesha, Wisconsin: all year round. Its places do not agree on a single best time, so check each one.
- JanPossible9:10
- FebPossible10:18
- MarPossible11:39
- AprPossible13:11
- MayPossible14:28
- JunPossible15:10
- JulPossible14:53
- AugPossible13:46
- SepPossible12:17
- OctPossible10:47
- NovPossible9:29
- DecPossible8:50
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 10 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 50. In April, 8 of the 18 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 Waukesha, Wisconsin
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD, Chicago), 118 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
- Mukwonago9 places23 km
- Newport13 places23 km
- Milwaukee55 places26 km
- Hubertus15 places27 km
- New Berlin5 places42 km
- West Bend, Wisconsin17 places46 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Waukesha, Wisconsin?
The best known: Elmbrook Church - Lake Country, First German Reformed Church, Hindu Temple of Wisconsin, Camillia Smith House. In all, 18 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
How do you get to Waukesha, Wisconsin?
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 118 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Waukesha, Wisconsin as the destination and these 18 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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