Highest-rated things to do in Pennsylvania, according to Tripadvisor
Highest-rated things to do in Pennsylvania, according to Tripadvisor
When planning your next holiday, you might feel an instinctual pull toward destinations that would take you across oceans, like Tokyo or Paris, but there are experiences closer to home that will have you thinking twice before booking a trip abroad ever again.
If you're craving a burst of adrenaline, why not reserve a spot in Michigan's famed Saugatuck Dune Rides? The activity's charmingly dated website is a great indication of its word-of-mouth notoriety and timeless appeal. Over in Arizona, you might be surprised to find that it's not just the Grand Canyon that tempts travelers to its desert landscape—it's also one-of-a-kind venues like the Musical Instrument Museum, where music enthusiasts can find over 7,500 instruments from 200 countries around the world.
Indeed, even if you've lived in Pennsylvania your whole life, you might be surprised by just how many top-rated things you've yet to cross off your list. From architectural wonders and picturesque views to historical museums and other must-see sights, you'll find your appreciation for Pennsylvania reignited just by reading through this list of top-rated things to do.
Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated things to do in Pennsylvania using data from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor ranks places using a combination of metrics, including overall rating, reviews, and number of page views. As a result, an activity with a 5 out of 5 overall rating might rank lower than one with a 4 out of 5. Data is as of June 3, 2024.
Whether you're a family of five traveling in a recreational vehicle or a duo of friends looking for a quick getaway in Pennsylvania, read on for a list of sights you could easily plan a trip around.
#30. Bushkill Falls
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,900 reviews)
- Address: 138 Bushkill Falls Trail Bushkill, Pennsylvania
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#29. Citizens Bank Park
- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,347 reviews)
- Address: One Citizens Bank Way Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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#28. The Franklin Institute
- Rating: 4.5/5 (3,193 reviews)
- Address: 222 North 20th St. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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#27. Senator John Heinz History Center
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,501 reviews)
- Address: 1212 Smallman St. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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#26. Bicycle Heaven
- Rating: 5/5 (1,011 reviews)
- Address: 1800 Preble Ave. RJ Casey Industrial Park Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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#25. Independence National Historical Park
- Rating: 4.5/5 (3,009 reviews)
- Address: 143 S. 3rd St. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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#24. Rocky Statue
- Rating: 4/5 (3,261 reviews)
- Address: 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy Center City Phila Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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#23. Carnegie Museum of Natural History
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,703 reviews)
- Address: 4400 Forbes Ave. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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#22. Splash Lagoon Indoor Water Park Resort
- Rating: 4/5 (3,112 reviews)
- Address: 8091 Peach St. Erie, Pennsylvania
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#21. Strip District
- Rating: 4.5/5 (3,024 reviews)
- Address: between 11th & 33rd Streets Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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#20. Acrisure Stadium Tours
- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,263 reviews)
- Address: 100 Art Rooney Ave. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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#19. Mount Washington
- Rating: 4.5/5 (3,034 reviews)
- Address: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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#18. Flight 93 National Memorial
- Rating: 5/5 (2,075 reviews)
- Address: 6424 Lincoln Hwy Stoystown, Pennsylvania
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#17. Liberty Bell Center
- Rating: 4.5/5 (4,915 reviews)
- Address: 526 Market St. Between Market and Chestnut Streets Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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#16. Presque Isle State Park
- Rating: 4.5/5 (3,227 reviews)
- Address: 301 Peninsula Drive Suite 1 Erie, Pennsylvania
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#15. Barnes
- Rating: 4.5/5 (5,433 reviews)
- Address: 2025 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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#14. The Amish Farm and House
- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,351 reviews)
- Address: 2395 Covered Bridge Drive Lancaster, Pennsylvania
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#13. Knoebels Amusement Resort
- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,527 reviews)
- Address: 391 Knoebels Blvd. Elysburg, Pennsylvania
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#12. Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center
- Rating: 5/5 (5,825 reviews)
- Address: 1195 Baltimore Pike Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
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#11. Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
- Rating: 5/5 (3,367 reviews)
- Address: 1 Schenley Drive Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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#10. Fallingwater
- Rating: 5/5 (2,833 reviews)
- Address: 1491 Mill Run Road Mill Run, Pennsylvania
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#9. Duquesne Incline
- Rating: 4.5/5 (4,377 reviews)
- Address: 1197 West Carson St. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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#8. Philadelphia Museum of Art
- Rating: 4.5/5 (7,450 reviews)
- Address: 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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#7. Sight & Sound Theatres
- Rating: 5/5 (3,450 reviews)
- Address: 300 Hartman Bridge Road Ronks, Pennsylvania
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#6. Longwood Gardens
- Rating: 5/5 (4,463 reviews)
- Address: 1001 Longwood Road Kennett Square, Pennsylvania
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#5. Reading Terminal Market
- Rating: 4.5/5 (4,884 reviews)
- Address: 1136 Arch St. #400 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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#4. PNC Park
- Rating: 5/5 (6,164 reviews)
- Address: 115 Federal St. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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#3. Independence Hall
- Rating: 4.5/5 (9,138 reviews)
- Address: Chestnut St. between 5th and 6th Streets Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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#2. Eastern State Penitentiary
- Rating: 4.5/5 (6,522 reviews)
- Address: 2124 Fairmount Ave. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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#1. Gettysburg National Military Park
- Rating: 5/5 (8,480 reviews)
- Address: 1195 Baltimore Pike Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
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This story features data reporting by Karim Noorani, writing by Michelle No, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 50 states.
