10 x Best Places to Visit in Pennsylvania

Even though most of the state is made up of seemingly unending farms and countryside, Pennsylvania is an excellent area to visit with something for everyone. Aside from its two bustling metropolises, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, other attractive small towns, important Civil War sites to visit, and spectacular state parks sprinkled throughout.

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The Keystone State contains many varied cultures and localities for travelers to discover because it crosses not only the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic areas of the United States but also the Appalachian and Northeastern ones. It shares borders with New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, West Virginia, and Ohio, as well as a brief piece of Lake Erie coastline and the Appalachians.

1. Gettysburg National Military Park

The Battle of Gettysburg took place during the American Civil War in 1863. The Gettysburg National Cemetery is part of the nearly 4000-acre park. The National Park Service is working to recreate the battlefield environment as it existed during the Battle of Gettysburg.

The Gettysburg Museum and Visitor Center house artifacts and other exhibits. Escorted Battlefield excursions on a bus or in your automobile with a guide are recommended.

2. Pittsburgh Skyline

3. Hickory Run State Park

4. Delaware River

5. Valley Forge National Historical Park

Valley Forge National Historical Park in Pennsylvania symbolizes the American Revolutionary War's sacrifices, accomplishments, suffering, and final victory. The Continental Army huddled here during the winter of 1777-1778 when they lived in primitive log huts after British forces destroyed their supply hub.

6. Bushkill

The picturesque Bushkill Falls, known as the Niagara of Pennsylvania, is the best reason to visit Bushkill. This area has eight waterfalls in the Pocono Mountains. Spend some time hiking the paths and photographing the beautiful bridges. This is a fun, family-friendly place where you can rent a paddleboat, go fishing, or play a round of miniature golf.

7. Philadelphia

When you visit Philadelphia, you should expect to spend practically every hour on the move, as an infinite variety of sights and activities jostle for your attention. Purchasing a Philadelphia Pass at the famed Liberty Bell grants you entry to more than 30 local attractions.

8.  Hershey Theme Park 

This Hershey theme park has been thrilling tourists with its chocolate-themed rides and attractions since 1906. Look no further than this theme park for family-friendly places to visit in Pennsylvania.

It features not only typical family rides, but also a water park, aquatic entertainment, and thrilling coasters.

9. Ricketts Glen State Park

Ricketts Glen State Park is a famous attraction in Northeast Pennsylvania that was initially meant to be a national park but was converted to a state park owing to the outbreak of WWII in 1942.

The vast park spans many counties in the region and spans over 13,000 acres. It is also designated a National Natural Landmark due to its old-growth forest setting.

10. Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh is simply brimming with activities for people of all ages. You might spend days exploring the city's many outstanding museums, beginning with the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall, the Carnegie Museum of Natural History, and the Carnegie Science Center.