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Iconic Attractions in Pennsylvania
Independence National Historical Park is one of Iconic Attractions in Pennsylvania.

1. Independence National Historical Park

9.0
143 S 3rd St (btwn Race & Walnut St), Philadelphia, PA
National Park · Center City East · 53 tips and reviews

visitPAvisitPA: Did you know this is where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were signed and the second continental congress was held? Enjoy a guided tour and see the iconic Liberty Bell.

Reading Terminal Market is one of Iconic Attractions in Pennsylvania.

2. Reading Terminal Market

9.3
51 N 12th St (btwn Arch & Filbert St), Philadelphia, PA
Food Court · Chinatown · 676 tips and reviews

visitPAvisitPA: This historic farmer's market in downtown Philadelphia opened in 1892 and is a favorite among locals as well as visitors. Choose among the homemade specialties including produce, seafood, and meat.

3. Carnegie Museum of Art

9.3
4400 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Art Museum · North Oakland · 42 tips and reviews

visitPAvisitPA: The Carnegie Museum of Art is nationally and internationally recognized for its distinguished collection of American and European works from the 16th century to the present.

Carnegie Museum of Natural History is one of Iconic Attractions in Pennsylvania.

4. Carnegie Museum of Natural History

9.0
4400 Forbes Ave (at S Bellefield Ave), Pittsburgh, PA
History Museum · North Oakland · 55 tips and reviews

visitPAvisitPA: Carnegie Museum of Natural History includes more than 20 million specimens, objects, and artifacts. It is the world's third-largest repository of dinosaur fossils.

Gettysburg National Military Park is one of Iconic Attractions in Pennsylvania.

5. Gettysburg National Military Park

8.0
1195 Baltimore Pike (at Hunt Ave), Gettysburg, PA
National Park · 36 tips and reviews

visitPAvisitPA: The Battle of Gettysburg was a turning point in the American Civil War. Today, Gettysburg National Military Park offers a full range of group programs, battlefield tours and other events to explore.

Pennsylvania State Capitol is one of Iconic Attractions in Pennsylvania.

6. Pennsylvania State Capitol

1 Commonwealth Ave, Harrisburg, PA
Capitol Building · Central Business District · 35 tips and reviews

visitPAvisitPA: Enjoy a tour of “the handsomest building” President Theodore Roosevelt ever saw. The Capitol was designed in the American Renaissance with the envision of a Palace of Art.

Pennsylvania's Little Grand Canyon is one of Iconic Attractions in Pennsylvania.

7. Pennsylvania's Little Grand Canyon

8.5
4797 Pennsylvania 660, Wellsboro, PA
Scenic Lookout · 8 tips and reviews

visitPAvisitPA: Pine Creek Gorge, referred to as the Grand Canyon of PA, is surrounded by the Tioga State Forest and offers spectacular views from overlooks, hiking trails, waterfalls and more.

Knoebels Amusement Resort is one of Iconic Attractions in Pennsylvania.

8. Knoebels Amusement Resort

9.2
391 Knoebels Boulevard (at Pine Swamp Rd.\), Elysburg, PA
Amusement Park · 140 tips and reviews

visitPAvisitPA: America's largest free admission amusement park, also offering free parking, free use of picnic facilities and free entertainment. Shuttles run from a second campground, Knoebels Lake Glory.

D.G. Yuengling and Son is one of Iconic Attractions in Pennsylvania.

9. D.G. Yuengling and Son

8.9
501 Mahantongo St (Fifth Street), Pottsville, PA
Brewery · 41 tips and reviews

visitPAvisitPA: Did you know this is the oldest brewery in the U.S.? Traveling through the factory, viewers can examine beer production, get a sneak peek at the cave under the factory and sample this historic brew.

Bushkill Falls is one of Iconic Attractions in Pennsylvania.

10. Bushkill Falls

8.6
Bushkill Falls Road, Bushkill, PA
Park · 40 tips and reviews

visitPAvisitPA: Known as the 'Niagara of Pennsylvania,' Bushkill Falls is one of Pennsylvania’s most famous scenic attractions. The unique waterfalls can be seen through hiking trails and bridges.

Johnstown Inclined Plane is one of Iconic Attractions in Pennsylvania.

11. Johnstown Inclined Plane

8.4
711 Edgehill Dr (btwn Greene & Erie), Johnstown, PA
Scenic Lookout · 18 tips and reviews

visitPAvisitPA: Are you ready to ride the world's steepest vehicular inclined plane railway? Built in 1891 after the Great Johnstown Flood, this plane offers a panoramic view of the valley.

Fallingwater is one of Iconic Attractions in Pennsylvania.

12. Fallingwater

9.3
1491 Mill Run Rd, Mill Run, PA
Historic and Protected Site · 79 tips and reviews

visitPAvisitPA: This Frank Lloyd Wright masterpiece is known as a 20th century architectural milestone, celebrated worldwide and named 'Best American Building of the Last 125 Years.'

Little League World Series is one of Iconic Attractions in Pennsylvania.

13. Little League World Series

8.8
520 Montgomery Pike, Williamsport, PA
Baseball Field · 17 tips and reviews

visitPAvisitPA: From its small beginnings in 1939 as a three-team league, to today’s millions of participants around the globe, the Peter J. McGovern Little League Museum is a tribute to Little League.

Presque Isle State Park is one of Iconic Attractions in Pennsylvania.

14. Presque Isle State Park

9.4
301 Peninsula Dr, Erie, PA
State or Provincial Park · 47 tips and reviews

visitPAvisitPA: Presque Isle State Park is a 3,200-acre sandy peninsula that arches into Lake Erie. As Pennsylvania's only shore, Presque Isle offers its visitors a beautiful coastline and many activities.

Philadelphia Museum of Art is one of Iconic Attractions in Pennsylvania.

15. Philadelphia Museum of Art

9.3
2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA
Art Museum · West Philadelphia · 304 tips and reviews

visitPAvisitPA: The Philadelphia Museum of Art is one of the largest art museums in the United States. From world-class collections, exhibitions, programs, and some pretty well-known steps.

The Andy Warhol Museum is one of Iconic Attractions in Pennsylvania.

16. The Andy Warhol Museum

9.0
117 Sandusky St, Pittsburgh, PA
Art Museum · Northshore · 134 tips and reviews

visitPAvisitPA: The Andy Warhol Museum is a place in which diverse audiences are astounded by the art and life of Andy Warhol. This is the largest museum in the country dedicated to an artist.

Hershey's Chocolate World is one of Iconic Attractions in Pennsylvania.

17. Hershey's Chocolate World

9.1
251 Park Blvd (at Hersheypark), Hershey, PA
Candy Store · 213 tips and reviews

visitPAvisitPA: Hershey's Chocolate World is the most visited corporate center in the world and just celebrated its 40th anniversary. Visitors can tour the museum to learn more about the history of this area.

Crayola Experience is one of Iconic Attractions in Pennsylvania.

18. Crayola Experience

8.0
30 Centre Sq (at Northampton & 3rd), Easton, PA
Museum · 83 tips and reviews

visitPAvisitPA: Get ready to be immersed in color and creativity! You can color, draw, paint and create with the latest Crayola products without the worry of cleanup afterwards.

Gobblers Knob is one of Iconic Attractions in Pennsylvania.

19. Gobblers Knob

1548 Woodland Ave, Punxsutawney, PA
Other Great Outdoors · 75 tips and reviews

visitPAvisitPA: Visit Punxsutawney Phil, the town’s resident groundhog who has achieved worldwide fame for his winter weather predictions each year on February 2.

20. Elk Country Visitor Center

8.5
134 Homestead Dr, Benezette, PA
Tourist Information and Service · 7 tips and reviews

visitPAvisitPA: Situated on 245 acres within the heart of Pennsylvania's elk range and within the Elk State Forest, the Elk Country Visitor Center is the premier elk watching and conservation education facility.

Mount Washington is one of Iconic Attractions in Pennsylvania.

21. Mount Washington

Pittsburgh, PA
Neighborhood · 39 tips and reviews

visitPAvisitPA: Named one of the top 10 most beautiful views in the country by USA Weekend magazine, Mount Washington features a sweeping panorama of downtown Pittsburgh and the surrounding countryside.