If you’re an animal lover, a Pennsylvania getaway is perfect for you. The first zoo in the United States calls Philadelphia home, as well as zoos in Erie, and the zoo and aquarium in Pittsburgh. Of course the animal lover who also loves the open outdoors will find nature in all her splendor at many Pennsylvania vacation destinations with an abundance of activities like camping, hiking, horseback riding, climbing, star gazing and spelunking. The extensive expanse of underground caves throughout Pennsylvania is mind-blowing to the first time cave explorer, and enticing to the experienced spelunker. Or head for higher elevation in the mountains, where at night, the sky is so clear, the constellations shine their magical shapes to light your way as the fresh air relaxes, refreshed and recharges you.

Keep the wind in your hair as you play a few rounds of golf, catch a sporting event, or cheer your favorite car at the [...]

Enjoy the excitement of the times – be it 1859 or today! Listen for the train whistle, hear the sound of an old oil lease barker or enjoy the sights and sounds of a nickelodeon or band organ while you travel through “the valley that changed the world.”

Learn about the history of the oil industry at Drake Well Museum in Titusville or Venango Museum of Art, Science & Industry in Oil City; ride the vintage Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad; mail a post card from the only operating Railway Post Office in the US.

Recreational opportunities include over 60 miles of asphalt-paved trails, perfect for hiking, biking or walking. The Allegheny River is the perfect place for canoeing, kayaking or fishing.

Our towns have many artist studios where you can observe them working or buy a beautiful piece of art for you [...]