Pennsylvania has fun for the whole family.
From historic landmarks to fun amusement parks, this state has something for everyone on vacation.
While in Pennsylvania, visit entertainment venues like Hersheypark and Sesame Place, climb the Rocky Steps like Sylvester Stallone's fictional boxer, and visit the prison where Al Capone was once held. can do.
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Below are the stops you can make during your trip.
Be sure to try an authentic Philadelphia cheesesteak at least once during your stay.
The “Rocky Steps” and the statue are two popular tourist attractions in the state. (Jumping Rocks/UIG via Getty Images)
- hershey park
- Gettysburg National Military Park
- eastern state prison
- Independence Hall
- Rocky statue and stairs
- sesame place
1. Hersheypark
Hersheypark is an amusement park that the whole family can enjoy. This amusement park in Hershey has something for everyone.
With more than 40 rides for little ones, including crazy coasters like Fahrenheit, Great Bear and Skyrush, and the newest Wildcats Revenge for older families, spend a fulfilling day at Hersheypark. I can.
If you only want to visit the main amusement park, one day is enough to see everything you want to see, but depending on the time of year you visit, the wait may be long.
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There are other things to do outside of the main park, including a visit to Hershey's Chocolate World where you can make your own candy bar. You can also take a free tour ride here.
Hersheypark also has a water park, which is included with all admission tickets.
Hersheypark has thrilling rides and attractions for young families. (Lauren A. Little/Media News Group/Reading Eagle via Getty Images)
Plus, make your trip even more fun by checking to see if there's a concert happening while you're at Hersheypark Stadium. If you want to add a concert or a trip to Hershey's Chocolate World to your vacation, you may want to consider multiple stays as it can be difficult to cram everything in.
For easy access to the park, stay at one of the three official Hershey resorts: Hershey Lodge, The Hotel Hershey, or Hersheypark Camping Resort.
2. Gettysburg National Military Park
The largest battle that occurred during the Civil War was the Battle of Gettysburg.
This battle is often cited as a major turning point in the Civil War. It is also the location where President Abraham Lincoln gave his famous Gettysburg Address.
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Battlefields can be explored on foot, carriage, bus, or horseback.
Visit the Gettysburg Battlefield while in Pennsylvania. (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
3. Eastern State Prison
Eastern State Prison is located near the Philadelphia Museum of Art. At the time it was in operation, it was the most expensive prison in the world.
Although it currently houses no prisoners, it has opened its doors to the public for tours of the eerie building where criminals like Al Capone were once confined.
4. Independence Hall
Independence Hall is a historic landmark in American history. It was in this building that the Declaration of Independence was adopted and the Constitution was written and signed.
You can take a tour of this building in Philadelphia to learn about and explore the birth of the nation. Be sure to book your tickets to this historic site in advance.
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While you're here, you can also visit the historic Liberty Bell.
Independence Hall is a popular historical landmark in the United States. (Jan Collard/AFP via Getty Images)
5. Rocky statue and stairs
The steps at the Philadelphia Museum of Art may look familiar from pop culture.
Rocky Steps is a popular tourist attraction in Philadelphia. People from all over the world climb each staircase, just as the fictional boxer Rocky Balboa climbed in the original movie Rocky.
There is also a Rocky statue made for “Rocky III” here.
If you want to get into the spirit of the movie, listen to Bill Conti's “Gonna Fly Now.” The song is used in the Training Her montage, which ends with Balboa climbing the now famous stairs on his own.
Once you're done climbing, try to throw your arms up into the air like Balboa.
6. Sesame Place
If you're visiting Philadelphia with a family with young children, Sesame Place is a must-see.
Sesame Place is the perfect first amusement park for young children. (Dania Maxwell/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
Sesame Place is an amusement park filled with family-friendly rides themed after Sesame Street characters.
If you've never taken your kids to an amusement park before, Sesame Place is a great introduction to rides and attractions.
You can also ride it on your first coaster.
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In addition to the rides, there are many other experiences you can take with your family, such as eating with Elmo and his friends, taking photos with characters, and watching shows and parades.
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