Somerset

Somerset is situated 55 miles (89 kilometers) southeast of Pittsburgh and about 130 miles (209 kilometers) northwest of the national capital, Washington.

Try not to limit yourself to Somerset, because Central Pennsylvania has been blessed with a wealth of cultural and scenic attractions just waiting to be explored. Confluence, lays 20 miles (32 kilometers) to the northeast, while Grantsville is situated 20 miles (32 kilometers) to the north.

Pittsburgh, is another interesting place to discover. It is approximately 55 miles (89 kilometers) from Somerset and offers a number of interesting visitor attractions, for example Carnegie Mellon University, Heinz Hall and Clayton. Don't return to Somerset until you've visited Pittsburgh's Duquesne Incline, Senator John Heinz Regional History Centre and Sandcastle Water Park.

The area around Somerset is popular for its range of traditional villages; these are wonderful testaments to the region's rich past.

If you're are lucky to have good weather while here, explore Central Pennsylvania's watery side. Rafting and canoeing are just two of the well-established watersports here.

When it's time to say farewell to Somerset, head to the nearest major airport situated in Johnstown, 25 miles (40 kilometers) away.