What to do in Pennsylvania

Activities, attractions and tours

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Things to do

LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia

LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia

£18
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia
Gettysburg: Battlefield Self-Guided Driving Tour

Gettysburg Battlefield Self-Guided Driving Tour

£12
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend
Gettysburg Battlefield Self-Guided Driving Tour
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

£36
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Civil War Ghosts: Echoes of the Fallen Gettysburg Ghost Tour

Civil War Ghosts: Echoes of the Fallen Gettysburg Ghost Tour

£15
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Civil War Ghosts: Echoes of the Fallen Gettysburg Ghost Tour
Lancaster County: Amish Farmlands, Museum Tour, Farm Visit

Lancaster County: Amish Farmlands, Museum Tour, Farm Visit

£29
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Lancaster County: Amish Farmlands, Museum Tour, Farm Visit
Ghosts of the Gettysburg Battlefield Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Ghosts of the Gettysburg Battlefield Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

£11
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Ghosts of the Gettysburg Battlefield Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Philadelphia: The Franklin Institute Entry Ticket

Philadelphia: The Franklin Institute Entry Ticket

£21
per adult
Philadelphia: The Franklin Institute Entry Ticket
Museum of Illusions Philadelphia Admission Ticket

Museum of Illusions Philadelphia Admission Ticket

£21
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Museum of Illusions Philadelphia Admission Ticket
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

£43
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
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What to do in Pennsylvania

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Hersheypark

9.2/10 (3,444 reviews)
Ride roller coasters in this action-packed candy-themed park filled with thrilling water slides, child-friendly rides and opportunities to dine with actors dressed as Hershey products.
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Center City

Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Center City. Check out top attractions like Pennsylvania Convention Center and Reading Terminal Market, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.

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Downtown Pittsburgh

Abundant dining options, interesting museums and live music are just a few top things to explore in Downtown Pittsburgh. A visit to PPG Paints Arena or Benedum Center might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Wood Street Station or Steel Plaza Station to get around town.

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North Shore

Visitors often come to North Shore for its stunning river views, but many stay to explore sights like Acrisure Stadium and PNC Park. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at North Side Station.

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Old City

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Old City. Top attractions like Elfreth's Alley and Betsy Ross House are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 2nd St. Station or 5th St. Station to see more of the city.

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Rittenhouse Square

While you're in Rittenhouse Square, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Liberty Place, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St Station.

 

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