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Highest-rated things to do in Pennsylvania by visitors

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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 Aug. 15, 2025.

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.

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#30. The Amish Village

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#30. The Amish Village

- Rating: 4.4/5 (1,177 reviews)
- City: Ronks Lancaster County
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#29. Dutch Wonderland

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#29. Dutch Wonderland

- Rating: 4.3/5 (2,430 reviews)
- City: Lancaster Lancaster County
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#28. Carnegie Museum Of Natural History

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#28. Carnegie Museum Of Natural History

- Rating: 4.7/5 (1,717 reviews)
- City: Pittsburgh
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#27. The Franklin Institute

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#27. The Franklin Institute

- Rating: 4.3/5 (3,209 reviews)
- City: Philadelphia
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#24. Splash Lagoon Indoor Water Park Resort

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#24. Splash Lagoon Indoor Water Park Resort

- Rating: 4.2/5 (3,145 reviews)
- City: Erie
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#23. Philadelphia's Magic Gardens

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#23. Philadelphia's Magic Gardens

- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,173 reviews)
- City: Philadelphia
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#20. Lancaster Central Market

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#20. Lancaster Central Market

- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,077 reviews)
- City: Lancaster Lancaster County
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#18. Bushkill Falls

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#18. Bushkill Falls

- Rating: 4.4/5 (1,940 reviews)
- City: Bushkill Pocono Mountains Region
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#15. Strasburg Rail Road

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#15. Strasburg Rail Road

- Rating: 4.6/5 (5,270 reviews)
- City: Ronks Lancaster County
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#10. Philadelphia Museum of Art

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#10. Philadelphia Museum of Art

- Rating: 4.7/5 (7,501 reviews)
- City: Philadelphia
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#9. Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

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#9. Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

- Rating: 4.8/5 (3,395 reviews)
- City: Pittsburgh
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#8. Gettysburg National Military Park

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#8. Gettysburg National Military Park

- Rating: 4.9/5 (8,518 reviews)
- City: Gettysburg
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#7. Reading Terminal Market

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#7. Reading Terminal Market

- Rating: 4.6/5 (3,954 reviews)
- City: Philadelphia
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#4. Sight & Sound Theatres

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#4. Sight & Sound Theatres

- Rating: 4.9/5 (3,513 reviews)
- City: Ronks Lancaster County
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