Pennsylvania hotels
Intro to Pennsylvania hotels and accommodations
Hotels in Pennsylvania
As one of the earliest-settled U.S. states, the imprint of history can be found in many of the hotels in Pennsylvania. There are elegant 19th-century converted townhouses, charming rural bed and breakfasts, and grand luxury premises furnished with an historic refinement. The main cities boast the best in contemporary accommodation too. You’ll enjoy fitness centers, sophisticated dining, and high-tech features at the top class business hotels in Pennsylvania. Or you may prefer to relax and unwind at a Pennsylvania spa resort, nestled among its secluded woodlands.
Things to see in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania, with its vital role in the shaping of America, has many attractions which focus on symbols of its illustrious history. The Liberty Bell is one such icon, hanging right next to Independence Hall in Philadelphia. It was here that the Independence of the U.S. was declared and the Constitution signed. A less hopeful chapter of history is commemorated at the Gettysburg Battlefield, a bloody turning point in the Civil War. Pittsburgh’s Carnegie Museum of Natural History delves somewhat further back—over 60 million years—with its immersive Jurassic dinosaur exhibits. The Heritage Center Museum of Lancaster is a great place for discovering more about the culture of the “Plain Folk,” such as the Amish. Though, of course, you’ll gain much insight from simply watching the Dutch Community at work and play in the surrounding small towns. And for a touch of fun, don’t neglect Hershey Park, an amusement park that combines thrills, spills, and famed candy.
Where to stay in Pennsylvania
The 2 big cities of Pittsburgh and Philadelphia dominate the choice for accommodation in Pennsylvania. Pittsburgh has become the prime destination for many business visitors, as it’s moved beyond its industrial past to become a major commercial center. It also possesses a distinctive patchwork quilt of ethnic and architectural districts. Philadelphia exudes a wonderful colonial charm, and is an excellent base for those families wanting to discover more about the country’s origins. The state capital, Harrisburg, is close to the wild drama of the Appalachian’s forested mountains, while Lancaster is a quiet town that’s at the heart of the Dutch Country.
How to get to Pennsylvania
Sitting in one of the most populous parts of the U.S., Pennsylvania finds itself very well connected by road and air to much of the eastern seaboard. There are interstate links to Philadelphia from both New York to the northeast and Baltimore to the southwest, along I-95. Pittsburgh connects to Midwest via I-70 E, and to West Virginia via I-79. For Harrisburg, the main links are south along I-81. Those wanting to travel to Pennsylvania by air will have to choose between airports in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, while Amtrak has an extensive network of 9 services crisscrossing the state.
Pennsylvania travel guides
Where to Stay in Pittsburgh - From International Chains to Mansion-Style Guesthouses
Pittsburgh's accommodation choices run from centrally located, modern chain hotels to quiet bed and ...
The Essential Guide to Hershey - Chocolate Town, USA
The name says it all: Hershey, PA is dedicated to chocolate and the man who invented the beloved bra...
A Philadelphia Shopping Guide - Independent Boutiques and International Brands
Philadelphia’s shopping scene reflects the diversity and character of each of its neighbourhoods. Wi...
What to See and Do in Philadelphia, the City of Brotherly Love
From the historic landmarks of Old City to the museums and green spaces of Fairmount and the vibrant...
Philly by Moonlight - A Guide to Philadelphia Nightlife
From hipster hangouts serving craft beer to off-the-beaten-path jazz joints and clubs rocking with c...

